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March 25, 2026
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AI Tool Aids US Forces in Expeditionary Ops

In an effort to address one of the most persistent operational challenges—language barriers—the US Army and Navy are collaborating to create ULTRA-MAR, an advanced AI-powered translation device capable of...

March 20, 2026
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$71M Deal for AI Fleet Maintenance

Gecko Robotics has secured a major contract with the US Navy to deploy advanced robotic and AI-driven solutions for ship maintenance and inspection. The initiative aims to improve fleet...

March 19, 2026
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Element, Leonardo Partner on Navy EM Testing

Element US Space & Defense has partnered with Leonardo DRS to support the US Navy’s electromagnetic testing needs. A specialized EMI chamber is being developed to simulate real-world conditions,...

March 19, 2026
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Mitsubishi Demos AI UAV Autonomy in Japan

Shield AI and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are advancing drone autonomy by integrating intelligent software with rapid-prototyping drone platforms. In a recent test, drones demonstrated the ability to operate independently...

March 19, 2026
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DroneShield Integrates Robin Radar Systems

DroneShield has partnered with Robin Radar Systems to strengthen its counter-drone solutions by incorporating 3D radar technology. This integration enhances the ability to detect and track low-flying drones across...

March 17, 2026
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100,000 M-Code GPS Units Delivered

L3Harris has achieved a key milestone by supplying 100,000 advanced M-Code GPS receivers designed to enhance secure positioning and navigation for military operations. These systems offer protection against jamming...

March 13, 2026
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Leidos Wins $454M Cloud One Upgrade Deal

Leidos has been awarded a contract worth approximately 454.9 million dollars to support the modernization of the US Air Force’s Cloud One digital platform. The system is responsible for...

March 13, 2026
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Japan Receives Second SPY-7 Radar Shipset

Lockheed Martin has delivered the second shipset of the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar system for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessels. Before shipment, the radar package will undergo full system integration and...

March 12, 2026
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Babcock to Maintain Army Power Generators

Babcock International has received a contract to maintain the British Army’s portable power generators used during military deployments. The agreement, valued at up to £36 million, could run for...

March 10, 2026
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Spain Boosts Defense Electronics With Indra

Spain’s Indra Group is leading a new research initiative aimed at establishing the country’s first domestic ecosystem for gallium nitride technology, a key semiconductor material used in advanced defense...