Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms

Louisiana Firm to Construct New Polar Icebreaker for Coast Guard Operations

The US Coast Guard has awarded Offshore Service Vessels LLC, a maritime transportation company, a $125-million contract to provide a commercially available icebreaker ship for missions in polar regions....

November 27, 2024
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Air Platforms

L3Harris Joins Effort to Establish F-35 Sustainment Center in Canada

Canada has collaborated with L3Harris’ Quebec-based segment to assess the requirements for establishing an F-35 sustainment facility for its air force. This proposed depot is integral to Ottawa’s ongoing...

November 27, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

New Russian Flamethrower Drone Unveiled to Counter Ukraine’s Dragon UAV

Russian engineers have developed a novel “flamethrower drone” capable of incinerating nearby targets with a stream of fire. This unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is equipped with a small tank...

November 27, 2024
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Israeli Government Greenlights Purchase of Next-Generation Corvettes and JLTVs

The Israeli government has approved the acquisition of next-generation corvettes and “hundreds” of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) to bolster its armed forces. As per a Ministry of Defense...

November 26, 2024
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UK’s First XL-Class Autonomous Submarine Unveiled by BAE Systems

BAE Systems has successfully demonstrated “Herne,” an extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XLAUV) built for military applications. This vessel is designed for a range of missions, including monitoring and protecting...

November 26, 2024
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NVL Group Kicks Off Build of Reconnaissance Ship for German Navy

NVL Group has commenced construction of the German Navy’s first reconnaissance ship, the new Type 424 intelligence-gathering vessel (AGI), by cutting its steel. This initiates the fulfillment of an...

November 26, 2024
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Air Platforms

Russian Tu-160M Bombers May Join Indian Air Force Fleet

Russia has reportedly presented India with an offer to acquire its Tu-160M strategic bombers, famously known as the “White Swan,” a move that could significantly enhance the Indian Air...

November 26, 2024
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US Air Force Awards $2.4 Billion Deal to Boeing for KC-46 Aerial Refuelers

The Air Force has awarded Boeing a $2.4 billion contract for an additional 15 KC-46A Pegasus refueling tankers. This award, covering the 11th lot of tankers, increases Boeing’s worldwide...

November 26, 2024
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Handshake Deal Reached Between Pentagon and Lockheed for Upcoming F-35 Jets

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a preliminary agreement for the production of two additional lots (18 and 19) of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter air vehicles. While a...

November 22, 2024
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Romania Signs F-35 Procurement Deal with United States

Romania, a NATO member, has signed an agreement with Washington to acquire 32 F-35 jets, marking an unprecedented expenditure for the country bordering Ukraine. This acquisition makes Romania the...