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March 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

U-2 Spy Plane Gets EW Modernization

BAE Systems has been selected by the US Air Force to enhance the electronic warfare suite of the U-2 Dragon Lady, reinforcing its ability to operate in high-threat environments....

March 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Taiwan Eyes Low-Cost Air Defense

Taiwan is advancing the development of economical air defense systems to counter the growing use of inexpensive attack weapons by potential adversaries. The program focuses on introducing lower-cost interceptors...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Japan, PNG Included in Defense Talks

Indonesia and Australia are deepening their strategic defense ties through new cooperative frameworks that include Japan and Papua New Guinea. The agreement emphasizes enhanced intelligence sharing and expanded joint...

March 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

US Army Drone Output Boosted by Orqa

Orqa has signed an agreement with a US Army facility to scale up production of small unmanned aerial systems, supporting growing demand for drone capabilities. The partnership will see...

March 17, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Military Transport JV Formed

German defense firm Rheinmetall has partnered with Dutch trailer manufacturer Nooteboom to develop next-generation heavy transport systems for military applications. The agreement focuses on creating integrated Heavy Equipment Trailer...

EOS Secures Anti-Drone System Contract

Australian defense company EOS has been awarded a major contract to supply its Slinger counter-UAS system to a Middle Eastern client, reflecting the increasing importance of affordable drone defense...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

K2 Swarm Munition Hits 2,000 km Range

Baykar has unveiled its latest unmanned combat innovation with the successful testing of the K2 kamikaze drone, designed for swarm-based operations. During trials, multiple drones operated in coordinated formations,...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts