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January 15, 2026
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UNAC Secures French Army EOD Robot Contract

UNAC has been contracted by the French DGA to supply up to 34 heavy explosive ordnance disposal robots to the French Army under the ROBIN program. The program is...

January 15, 2026
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Trust Automation Wins $490M USAF Drone & C-UAS Contract

Under a contract valued at up to $490 million, the US Air Force has tasked Trust Automation with accelerating the development of unmanned and counter‑drone technologies. The agreement enables...

January 14, 2026
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Textron Reveals Fifth-Gen USV With Increased Payload & Range

Textron Systems has unveiled a fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV), expanding the capabilities of its autonomous naval fleet with greater payload, extended range, and broader mission applicability. Built...

January 13, 2026
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Cyprus Takes Delivery of H-10 Poseidon Drones

Cyprus has inducted two H-10 Poseidon unmanned aerial systems into National Guard service, marking a boost to indigenous defense capabilities alongside broader military modernization efforts. Developed by Cypriot firm...

January 13, 2026
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HII Doubles UK Facility for UUV Production

HII has significantly expanded its UK unmanned systems facility, underscoring growing demand for autonomous maritime platforms across Europe. The enlarged Portchester site will provide comprehensive support for REMUS underwater...

January 13, 2026
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Germany Buys Eight MQ-9B Maritime Drones

Germany is expanding its maritime intelligence and anti-submarine warfare posture through the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones, a move designed to complement its existing fleet of P-8A Poseidon...

January 9, 2026
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HII Wraps Initial Lionfish UUV Production

HII has completed base-year production of the Lionfish small unmanned underwater vehicle for the US Navy, delivering 42 hulls by the end of 2025. The program supports undersea warfare...

January 9, 2026
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Marines Move to Field Loyal Wingman Drone

The US Marine Corps has formally entered the loyal wingman arena, selecting Northrop Grumman and Kratos to develop its first Collaborative Combat Aircraft. The program leverages the XQ-58 Valkyrie...

January 9, 2026
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Mach Unveils Dart Anti-Drone Interceptor

Mach Industries has unveiled Dart, a scalable counter-drone system designed to defeat Group 1–3 unmanned aerial threats, including coordinated swarms. The solution integrates ground-based radar, autonomous sensors, and interceptors...

January 8, 2026
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Exail Secures Two DriX H-9 USV Orders

Exail has secured two new contracts for its DriX H-9 autonomous surface vessel, expanding its role in maritime defense and hydrographic operations. One contract involves integrating counter-drone capabilities for...