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March 2, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Italy Begins Construction of U212 Sub

Construction of Italy’s next-generation U212 NFS submarine fleet has progressed with the keel-laying of the first vessel at Fincantieri’s La Spezia facility. Designed to modernize the Italian Navy’s underwater...

Macron Outlines Nuclear

At France’s Ile Longue naval base, Emmanuel Macron will detail plans for strengthening Europe’s nuclear deterrence posture. Discussions include closer coordination with allies and possible deployment arrangements involving French...

February 28, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

UK to Grant $1.3B Helo Deal to Leonardo

Britain is poised to sign a £1 billion deal with Leonardo for 23 support helicopters, ensuring continued operations at the Yeovil production site. With Airbus and Lockheed Martin exiting...

Textron Wins Army Loitering Drone Deal

Under a US Army prototype deal, Textron Systems will supply its Damocles loitering munition for assessment within the LASSO initiative. The VTOL-enabled system integrates a GEN2 penetrator warhead and...

Norway Debuts Mobile C2 in Container

The US defense sector remains active in expanding autonomous strike effects. AeroVironment continued fielding Switchblade systems, enhancing small-unit precision fire capabilities. At the same time, Shield AI progressed testing...

February 27, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Babcock Starts 4th Type 31 Build

Babcock International advanced the Type 31 frigate build schedule by cutting steel for HMS Bulldog and finalizing assembly of HMS Active. The modular shipbuilding approach allows systems installation before...

FlyFocus Gets $5.3M for EU Drone Push

FlyFocus raised fresh capital to build a new manufacturing site and accelerate development of additional drone platforms. The firm emphasizes European supply chain independence by sourcing from NATO-aligned vendors....

US OKs $280M Radar Sale to Jordan

Washington cleared a possible $280 million sale of KuMRFS radars to Jordan, with RTX Missile Defense Technologies serving as prime contractor. The high-resolution radar system enables real-time airspace monitoring...

February 27, 2026
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

Rheinmetall Unveils Linked Combat Concept

Rheinmetall unveiled an integrated networking architecture combining the Gladius Light soldier ensemble with a mobile observation kit. The solution digitally connects frontline troops with reconnaissance assets, enabling faster decision-making...

February 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Fincantieri, Navantia Form Corvette JV

Fincantieri and Navantia plan to form a joint venture for the European Patrol Corvette program, aiming to deliver next-generation modular warships by 2030. The collaboration will oversee detailed design...