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November 21, 2024
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Land Platforms

US Marine Corps Awards $200M MADIS C-UAS Contract to Anduril

Anduril Industries has secured a $200-million contract to enhance the US Marine Corps’ Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) with its Anvil counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) solution. The company...

November 20, 2024
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

US Army Enhances Ground Combat Vehicle Defense with BAE’s New Electronic Warfare System

BAE Systems has been awarded a follow-on contract by the U.S. Army for the continued development of its Multi-Class Soft Kill System (MCSKS). This advanced electronic warfare technology is...

November 20, 2024
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Air Platforms

Fourth C-130J-30 Super Hercules Delivered to New Zealand to Enhance Air Transport Fleet

The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) recently expanded its fleet with the arrival of its fourth C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft, registered as NZ7014, at RNZAF Base Auckland, Whenuapai,...

November 20, 2024
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Air Platforms

NV.17 Hybrid Helicopter Unveiled by Russia to Bridge Light and Heavy Classes

The development of Russia’s new NV.17 hybrid helicopter has progressed to the technical design phase, having successfully completed its preliminary and draft design stages. This medium-class helicopter, developed by...

November 20, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

First Two SIRTAP UAV Prototypes from Airbus Set for Unveiling by 2025

Airbus has reported substantial progress in the development of the initial high-performance SIRTAP drones intended for the Spanish Armed Forces. Currently, two SIRTAP prototypes are in the final assembly...

November 20, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

US Air Force Takes Delivery of Northrop’s Stand-in Attack Weapon Test Round

Northrop Grumman has delivered its Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to the US Air Force, a weapon specifically designed to engage rapidly relocatable threats. This test missile will...

November 20, 2024
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Soldier Systems

Pennsylvania-Based Firm Awarded Contract to Provide Respiratory Gear to US Coast Guard

MSA Safety has been awarded a $33-million contract to provide new respiratory protective solutions to the US Coast Guard. Under this agreement, the Pennsylvania-based company will supply its proprietary...

November 20, 2024
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Naval Platforms

14th Freedom-Variant Littoral Combat Ship Joins US Navy Fleet

The US Navy has officially commissioned its 14th Freedom-class littoral combat ship, the USS Nantucket (LCS 27), during a ceremony in Boston, Massachusetts. This commissioning follows the vessel’s acceptance...

November 19, 2024
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Air Platforms

German Armed Forces Receive First of Potential 82 H145M Helicopters from Airbus

Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145M helicopters to Germany from its Donauwörth site. The Bundeswehr,...

November 19, 2024
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Air Platforms

Greece to Receive F-16 Engine Support Under $160 Million US Deal

The US State Department has given its approval for a $160 million foreign military sale to Greece, providing F-16 engine support services. This comprehensive package is designed to ensure...