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June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Drone Innovators Invited to Compete in Project G.I.

The U.S. military is taking a new approach to drone innovation with the rollout of Project G.I., a defense initiative designed to stimulate the rapid deployment of small and...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Ukrainian Recon Drone Avoids GPS to Defeat Disruptions

The Ukrainian defense tech sector has rolled out the Buntar-3, an electric reconnaissance drone designed for high-efficiency missions in electronic warfare zones. Its key advantage lies in the ability...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

France’s Naval Group Unveils New Ship for Greece

The Hellenic Navy’s naval modernization effort progressed further with the launch of its third Kimon-class frigate, the HS Formion, by Naval Group at the Lorient shipyard in western France....

June 3, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Enhancing Soldier Focus: Pentagon’s New Health Program

Aiming to prioritize mental resilience, the US Department of Defense has initiated the Cognitive Monitoring Program to evaluate and support the cognitive health of its personnel. The initiative examines...

June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Precision Rifle Scopes From Norway Ready for Deployment

The Norwegian military is enhancing its sniper capabilities with a newly signed $9 million contract awarded to Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security. The deal will provide forces with...

June 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

Italian Military May Acquire New BvS10 Platforms

Iveco Defence Vehicles and BAE Systems Hägglunds have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the BvS10 all-terrain armored vehicle for service with the Italian Armed Forces. The agreement...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Airbus Completes Helicopter Delivery to Spanish Fleet

The Spanish Navy has added two NH90 MSPT helicopters to its fleet, delivered by Airbus Helicopters as part of a multi-phase modernization initiative. These are the first deliveries from...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Modern Landing Vessel Unveiled by Yantar USC

The Russian Navy has taken delivery of the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, the third ship in the Ivan Gren-class series, at a ceremony conducted by Yantar USC in Kaliningrad. This...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

South Korea and Portugal Eye Submarine Collaboration

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a new cooperation deal with the Portuguese Navy aimed at the joint development of next-generation small submarines. The signing took place during the...

June 2, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Forces Integrate New Liner Tech in Helmets

The Gentex LX9™ Liner System is a drop-in helmet upgrade designed to elevate comfort and performance for military users. Compatible with ACH, ECH, and NG-IHPS helmets, it features a...