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February 2, 2026
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

Belgium Establishes Industry Consortium for Army Vehicle Modernisation

Belgium has launched a comprehensive 20-year industrial initiative aimed at transforming the sustainment, support, and readiness of the Belgian Army’s vehicle and weapons fleets. At the core of the...

January 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Quantum Tech Targets Air, Missile Defense

U.S. defense firms are testing the potential of quantum computing to transform missile defense decision-making. By combining quantum optimization tools with defense simulations, early trials reportedly showed faster engagement...

January 28, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

New HENSOLDT-TYTAN C-UAS Partnership Formed

HENSOLDT and TYTAN Technologies are joining forces to develop an integrated counter-drone system that combines detection, tracking, and interception into a unified operational solution. The concept links TYTAN’s rapidly...

January 28, 2026
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

UAE Taps Industry Team for Autonomous Supply Tech

The UAE is modernizing its military logistics operations with the launch of an Autonomous Logistics Platform developed by a coalition of EDGE, TII, Micropolis, and SteerAI. The platform combines...

January 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Navantia Begins UK Fleet Support Ship Modules

The UK’s Fleet Solid Support program has entered the production phase with Navantia commencing module construction in Spain. The collaborative shipbuilding effort spans facilities in Spain, England, and Northern...

January 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Orqa, Barzan Sign Drone Production Deal

Orqa’s agreement with Qatar’s Barzan Holdings highlights the accelerating global demand for unmanned systems and the strategic value of localized defense production. Signed on the margins of the DIMDEX...

January 21, 2026
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Air Platforms

GA, Calidus to Co-Produce MQ-9B in UAE

The GA-ASI–Calidus Aerospace agreement marks a significant step in expanding unmanned aircraft production and integration capabilities in the Middle East. By establishing a framework for co-production of MQ-9B and...

January 19, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Spain Gets Local Rocket Launcher Bid

Spain is seeking to revive its long-range rocket artillery capability through an indigenous SILAM solution proposed by EM&E Group and Rheinmetall Expal Munitions. Designed as a fully national program,...

January 15, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

EDGE & Indra Partner to Establish Defense Hub in Spain

EDGE Group of the UAE and Spain’s Indra Group will jointly establish a defense manufacturing company in Spain, focused on loitering munitions and smart weapons, aiming to strengthen European...

January 15, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Taiwan, US Collaborate on 155mm Shell Production

Taiwan has begun groundwork for co-producing 155mm artillery shells with the US, according to Lt. Gen. Lin Wen-hsiang, head of the Armaments Bureau. Lin explained that the shells are...