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December 29, 2025
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Dutch Army Grows CV90 Infantry Vehicle Fleet

The Netherlands is expanding its armored capabilities with plans to acquire additional CV90 infantry fighting vehicles through a joint European procurement effort involving five partner nations. The initiative seeks...

December 29, 2025
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Tatra Adds Croatia to Military Truck Buyers

Croatia’s decision to enter a multinational procurement framework with Tatra marks a significant step in modernizing its military vehicle fleet while deepening regional defense collaboration. Under the agreement, the...

December 28, 2025
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UK, Germany Agree RCH 155 Howitzer Trials

Britain and Germany have taken a major step toward closer defense integration by signing a £52 million contract to jointly acquire and test the RCH 155 155mm self-propelled artillery...

December 26, 2025
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MHI Launches Japan’s Final Mogami-Class Frigate

Japan has completed the physical build phase of its Mogami-class frigate program with the launch of JS Yoshii, the twelfth ship in the series. Constructed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries,...

December 23, 2025
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New Ratel IFV Signals Poland Armor Upgrade

Poland’s new Ratel infantry fighting vehicle highlights a shift toward heavier, more survivable armored platforms. Designed to withstand direct hits from 30 mm cannons at combat distances, the IFV...

December 23, 2025
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Greece Takes Delivery of First FDI Frigate

Greece has taken delivery of its first FDI frigate, HS Kimon, from Naval Group, marking a milestone in the Hellenic Navy’s modernization. The vessel will undergo weapons integration in...

December 22, 2025
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Babcock Launches Jackal 3 Extenda for Army

Babcock has unveiled the first Jackal 3 Extenda High Mobility Transporters from the second production tranche for the British Army. The contract, signed in 2024, covers up to 53...

December 20, 2025
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Germany Upgrades Puma IFV Fleet to 200 Units

Germany’s Bundeswehr has signed a major amendment to its Puma infantry fighting vehicle program, commissioning joint venture PSM to deliver 200 additional vehicles starting in 2028. Valued at €4.2...

December 20, 2025
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Luxembourg Orders Jaguar, Griffon Combat Vehicles

Luxembourg and Belgium have finalized a joint purchase of 54 French armored vehicles—38 Jaguar EBRCs and 16 Griffon VBMRs—to equip a new binational reconnaissance battalion. Developed under France’s Scorpion...

December 19, 2025
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Finland to Build Military Vehicles at Auto Plant

Finnish firms Sisu Auto and Valmet Automotive have partnered to expand defense vehicle production at Valmet’s Uusikaupunki plant, supporting Finland’s military modernization. The facility will assemble Sisu’s GT vehicle...