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June 5, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Ukraine Expands Air Defense With New IRIS-T Systems From Germany

Ukraine is set to receive four advanced IRIS-T missile systems from Germany’s Diehl Defence under a contract worth $2.5 billion, strengthening its defensive posture in the ongoing conflict. The...

June 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

EDGE Secures Multibillion-Dollar Patrol Vessel Deal With Kuwait Navy

EDGE, a leading UAE state-owned defense firm, has announced a $2.45 billion deal with Kuwait for the supply of eight Falaj-3 patrol vessels, along with full lifecycle services. The...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Rolls-Royce Secures Contract to Equip Korea’s Ulsan Frigates with Hybrid Propulsion

The Republic of Korea Navy will equip its future Ulsan-class warships with propulsion systems from Rolls-Royce, including its signature MT30 turbine, as well as diesel generators and propeller systems....

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

RNZAF NH90 Helicopters Get Full Fleet Overhaul for Greater Precision and Safety

New Zealand’s Air Force has delivered a fleet-wide NH90 modernization, focusing on software architecture, identification systems, and flight automation. The project was conducted at Base Ohakea, one of the...

June 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

$536 Million Navy Deal Puts Raytheon’s SPY-6 Radars on Track for 60+ Ships

Under a newly awarded $536 million contract, Raytheon will continue to deliver SPY-6 radar systems and associated services to the U.S. Navy, including system integration, training, and engineering support....

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thailand Commits to Saab Gripen Fighters, Rejecting F-16s in Defense Overhaul

Thailand has announced the decision to buy four Gripen E/F jets from Sweden’s Saab, prioritizing advanced features and long-term compatibility over the U.S.-made F-16, in a deal estimated at...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Philippines Signs Second FA-50 Fighter Jet Deal Amid Fleet Modernization Drive

The Philippines has reportedly entered into a $700 million agreement with Korea Aerospace Industries to acquire 12 FA-50 fighter jets, boosting its air force amid rising regional and internal...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

$5B Deal Signed to Accelerate Virginia Submarine Builds

To speed up submarine delivery schedules, the Defense Logistics Agency has tapped six vendors through a $5-billion procurement contract for the Virginia-class submarine fleet. The focus is on enhancing...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Hungary Expands Air Capabilities With L-39 Acquisition

At Kecskemét Air Base, Hungary has welcomed its first delivery of L-39 Skyfox aircraft, three of which were provided by Aero Vodochody as part of a larger 12-aircraft procurement....

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Canada Partners With Rolls-Royce for Naval Power Needs

The Royal Canadian Navy has tapped Rolls-Royce to deliver essential propulsion equipment for its upcoming River-class destroyers, currently under construction. The deal covers three ships in the initial production...