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April 7, 2026
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CAESAR Howitzer: Mobility Redefines Artillery

The CAESAR self-propelled howitzer represents a shift in artillery doctrine toward mobility, speed, and operational flexibility. Developed by France, this 155mm truck-mounted system combines long-range precision firepower with rapid...

April 6, 2026
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Honeywell, Odys Build Airborne Anti-Drone System

Honeywell has collaborated with Odys Aviation to create an airborne counter-drone defense system, expanding protection beyond ground-based setups. The system integrates Honeywell’s SAMURAI counter-UAS technology with the Laila hybrid-electric...

April 6, 2026
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BAE Wins $145M to Boost M777 Barrel Production

The US Army has awarded BAE Systems a major contract to produce M776 cannon tubes for the M777A2 howitzer, increasing total contract value significantly. This move aims to boost...

April 6, 2026
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India Studies Supersonic Loitering Munition

The Indian Army is developing a new category of supersonic loitering munitions designed to overcome advanced air defense systems. Powered by a ramjet engine, the drone maintains high speeds...

April 6, 2026
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Sheshnag20 Signals India’s Entry Into Drone Swarms

India’s defense sector has advanced with the Sheshnag20 swarm drone system, designed for coordinated, AI-driven operations. Developed by NewSpace Research & Technologies, the system enables multiple drones to function...

April 3, 2026
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Sweden to Spend $900M on Counter-Drone Systems

Sweden has announced a significant investment exceeding $900 million to enhance its air and drone defense capabilities. The funding will support the acquisition of advanced radar systems, anti-aircraft weapons,...

April 2, 2026
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Hanwha Offers K9 for US Army Cannon Program

Hanwha Defense USA has positioned its K9 mobile howitzer as a candidate for the US Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) program, which seeks to modernize artillery capabilities by replacing...

March 31, 2026
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India Plans Large-Scale Gun Production

India’s Adani Defence and Aerospace is scaling up indigenous arms production with a capacity of 100,000 guns per year. Following the delivery of Prahar machine guns, the firm aims...

March 25, 2026
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Counter-Drone System Production Ramps Up

Responding to the surge in drone warfare, L3Harris Technologies has ramped up production of its VAMPIRE counter-unmanned system. Designed as a plug-and-play solution, VAMPIRE can be mounted on diverse...

March 24, 2026
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Canada to Replace C7, C8 With New Rifles

Colt Canada has secured a major contract to supply over 65,000 rifles under Canada’s Modular Assault Rifle program. The initiative will replace legacy C7 and C8 systems with modern...