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February 18, 2026
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US Army Tactical Fleet to Receive 120-kW Power Upgrade

The US Army is set to enhance its battlefield power capacity as Michigan Technological University develops a vehicle-mounted system capable of producing more than 120 kilowatts of electricity. Built...

February 17, 2026
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New APS Boosts Korean Tank Defense

South Korea’s Hanwha Systems has showcased an advanced active protection system aimed at neutralizing anti-armor threats in real time. Displayed at the World Defense Show 2026, the technology is...

February 16, 2026
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Rheinmetall Wins $237M NATO Contract

NATO’s procurement agency has initiated deliveries of 120mm tank ammunition from Rheinmetall valued at roughly €200 million. The order falls under a Basic Contractual Instrument signed in 2025 that...

February 16, 2026
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Guide to Europe’s Akeron Strike Missile

MBDA’s Akeron series represents a shift from traditional anti-tank missiles to connected, multi-role precision weapons. The medium-range Akeron MP and extended-range Akeron LP combine infrared and TV seekers with...

February 13, 2026
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Inside the Marines’ Next-Gen ACV

Slovakia has concluded a framework agreement to supply its domestically developed SAM-120 self-propelled mortar systems to Azerbaijan, according to Slovak media reports. The agreement was signed during the World...

February 12, 2026
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Kodiak Enables Driverless ROGUE-Fires

The US Marine Corps is adopting Kodiak AI’s autonomous driving system for its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle fleet, including the ROGUE-Fires carrier. The move introduces self-driving capability to support...

February 12, 2026
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K9 Support Hub Launched by Hanwha

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace is establishing a European armored vehicle production center in Romania to manufacture K9 howitzers and K10 support vehicles. The expansive facility will support assembly, integration,...

February 11, 2026
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CV90 Upgrade Program Announced by Sweden

Stockholm has initiated a long-term modernization effort for its CV90 armored vehicles under a contract with HB Utveckling AB. The initiative supports upgrade package development and production readiness, aligning...

February 10, 2026
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$185M US Military Parts Deal for Kyiv

Washington has cleared a prospective $185-million defense sale to Ukraine focused on spare parts and sustainment equipment for US-origin systems already in service. The Class IX components will support...

February 10, 2026
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UK, Norway Sign CAV R&D Agreement

The UK and Norway have formalized their participation in the CAVS program by signing its R&D agreement, strengthening multinational collaboration on a common 6×6 armored vehicle platform. The move...