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March 17, 2026
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New Small Arms Barrels in Development

The US Army is advancing small arms technology through a partnership with industry leaders to develop more durable and efficient weapon barrels. The initiative combines new material science innovations...

March 17, 2026
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EOS Secures Anti-Drone System Contract

Australian defense company EOS has been awarded a major contract to supply its Slinger counter-UAS system to a Middle Eastern client, reflecting the increasing importance of affordable drone defense...

March 12, 2026
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Rheinmetall Turns Berlin Plant Into Shell Factory

German defense company Rheinmetall is converting a former automotive components factory in Berlin to produce casings for 155-millimeter artillery shells. The facility, previously operated by Pierburg, will transition from...

March 12, 2026
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TKMS, VEM to Produce Torpedoes in India

German naval manufacturer thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has signed a partnership agreement with India’s VEM Technologies to jointly produce heavyweight torpedoes in India. The program will initially support the Indian...

March 11, 2026
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Hanwha Expands 155mm Ammo Production in US

Hanwha Defense USA and Texas-based UNION Technologies have formed a strategic partnership to expand manufacturing capacity for 155-millimeter artillery ammunition in the United States. The collaboration aims to strengthen...

March 11, 2026
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France Launches Angola’s First Corvette

UAE-based EDGE Group and French shipbuilder CMN Naval have launched the first BR71 MK II Combattante-class corvette for the Angolan Navy in Cherbourg, France. The ship, named NRA Ekuikui...

March 11, 2026
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US Approves $930M HIMARS Sale to Sweden

The US government has approved a $930-million foreign military sale of M142 HIMARS launchers produced by Lockheed Martin to Sweden. The package includes 20 rocket launchers along with guided...

March 10, 2026
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Investment Boost for Aerodrome Loitering Munitions

EagleNXT, a US defense technology firm specializing in unmanned systems and advanced sensors, has revealed a new strategic investment in Israeli defense startup Aerodrome aimed at strengthening its position...

March 10, 2026
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Rifle Laser Weapon Targets Enemy Drones

Lyocon, a subsidiary of technology firm Nuburu, has completed early testing of a portable directed-energy weapon designed to counter hostile drones in contested airspace. The system uses laser technology...

March 9, 2026
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Ukraine Moves Bohdana Production to Poland

A new defense cooperation agreement between Poland and Ukraine will lead to the joint production of the Bohdana 155-millimeter artillery system in Poland. The partnership involves Polish manufacturer Ponar...