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March 2, 2026
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First Australia-Built AS9 Huntsman Debuts

Australia has taken another step toward sovereign artillery capability with the rollout of locally manufactured AS9 Huntsman howitzers produced by Hanwha Defence in Victoria. Part of the LAND 8116...

March 2, 2026
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Dutch Consider Multi-Billion Vehicle Buy

Dutch defense planners are moving toward a major modernization decision involving the acquisition of hundreds of armored combat support vehicles. Van Halteren Technologies has reportedly emerged as a leading...

February 27, 2026
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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...

February 26, 2026
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New Arctic Battery Built by South 8, 3ME

American and Australian firms have joined forces to address the growing demand for resilient power systems in extreme cold-weather military operations. By combining South 8’s liquefied gas electrolyte battery...

February 25, 2026
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New German Defense Stops Close Drones

Mehler Protection is advancing battlefield survivability with SCILT, a compact counter-UAS solution mounted on vehicles. The system merges onboard detection sensors with integrated effectors capable of engaging approaching drones...

February 25, 2026
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BAE Teams Up on Counter-Drone Systems

In response to the growing scale of unmanned threats, BAE Systems is partnering with Frankenburg Technologies to develop economical, rapidly producible counter-drone munitions. The effort will initially focus on...

February 24, 2026
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$73.5M Contract for Tank Engine Systems

Rolls-Royce Solutions America’s agreement to supply power-pack kits for Israel’s Merkava tanks strengthens the sustainment infrastructure of Israel’s armored forces. The modular design enables rapid replacement of major propulsion...

February 20, 2026
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Lithuania Largest JLTV User Outside US

Lithuania’s acquisition of 500 JLTVs marks a significant milestone in its NATO-aligned modernization drive. The expanded fleet strengthens mobility and protection as Vilnius increases defense spending and develops a...

February 18, 2026
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Elbit Secures $277M Contract for Remote Turrets and Ammunition

Elbit Systems has secured a contract worth approximately $277 million from an undisclosed international client to deliver UT30 MK2 remotely operated turrets along with related munitions. The agreement will...

February 18, 2026
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France Procures Advanced AP Rounds to Sustain Leclerc Tank Edge

France has selected KNDS Ammo France to provide several thousand Shard next-generation kinetic-energy rounds for its upgraded Leclerc main battle tanks. The contract, valued at over 100 million euros...