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March 17, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

100,000 M-Code GPS Units Delivered

L3Harris has achieved a key milestone by supplying 100,000 advanced M-Code GPS receivers designed to enhance secure positioning and navigation for military operations. These systems offer protection against jamming...

March 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

$200M ESAero Deal Boosts UAS

AeroVironment has expanded its position in the unmanned systems market through the acquisition of ESAero, a California-based aerospace firm specializing in advanced propulsion and prototyping. The deal, valued at...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Thales RMS Chosen for PC-7 Aircraft

Pilatus has partnered with French defense company Thales to equip its PC-7 training aircraft with a new radio management system tailored for modern military requirements. The system enables seamless...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

K2 Swarm Munition Hits 2,000 km Range

Baykar has unveiled its latest unmanned combat innovation with the successful testing of the K2 kamikaze drone, designed for swarm-based operations. During trials, multiple drones operated in coordinated formations,...

March 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

EOS Secures Anti-Drone System Contract

Australian defense company EOS has been awarded a major contract to supply its Slinger counter-UAS system to a Middle Eastern client, reflecting the increasing importance of affordable drone defense...

March 17, 2026
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Land Platforms

Military Transport JV Formed

German defense firm Rheinmetall has partnered with Dutch trailer manufacturer Nooteboom to develop next-generation heavy transport systems for military applications. The agreement focuses on creating integrated Heavy Equipment Trailer...

March 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Army Drone Output Boosted by Orqa

Orqa has signed an agreement with a US Army facility to scale up production of small unmanned aerial systems, supporting growing demand for drone capabilities. The partnership will see...

March 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Japan, PNG Included in Defense Talks

Indonesia and Australia are deepening their strategic defense ties through new cooperative frameworks that include Japan and Papua New Guinea. The agreement emphasizes enhanced intelligence sharing and expanded joint...

March 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Eyes Low-Cost Air Defense

Taiwan is advancing the development of economical air defense systems to counter the growing use of inexpensive attack weapons by potential adversaries. The program focuses on introducing lower-cost interceptors...

March 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tejas Mk2 Built for Long Service Life

India’s Tejas Mark 2 fighter represents a major evolution of the Tejas aircraft family and is designed to serve as a medium-weight fighter with improved endurance and combat capability....