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September 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

India, TKMS Join Forces for Naval Capability Growth

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has strengthened its footprint in India through a series of agreements with local defense companies to jointly produce naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems. The...

September 5, 2025
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Land Platforms

Trio Bids UK Army Light Mobility Vehicle

A GM Defense-led consortium, including BAE Systems and NP Aerospace, is competing for the UK’s Light Mobility Vehicle program. Their solution, derived from the Infantry Squad Vehicle, offers mobility,...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Korea Shipbuilders Unite for Global Defense

HD KSOE has approved merging Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Heavy Industries to consolidate expertise and competitiveness. Launching in 2025, the unified company will expand naval shipbuilding, pursue Arctic-specialized vessels,...

September 4, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

NOMAD UGV Unveiled With Scout AI Autonomy

The NOMAD UGV, developed by Scout AI in collaboration with Hendrick Motorsports Technical Solutions, introduces cutting-edge autonomy into unmanned ground systems. It is the second ground vehicle to feature...

August 26, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Copperhead ‘Plug-and-Launch’ Weapon Unveiled by UK, Australia

Canberra and London are deepening defense ties through the Copperhead project, a collaborative effort to design a field-adaptable missile system. Combining Australia’s Sharktooth small missile with the UK’s modular...

August 26, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

$1B Defense Industry Partnership by Bulgaria, Germany

A defense collaboration between Bulgaria and Germany, valued at over $1.1 billion, is set to transform the Balkan defense sector. Under the partnership, Bulgaria will host advanced production facilities...

August 25, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Korea Eyes First Homegrown Electronic Warfare Jet

South Korean defense contractors Korean Air and LIG Nex1 have partnered in a bid for the Block-I EW aircraft program, a government initiative worth $1.31 billion. Their joint plan...

August 25, 2025
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Naval Platforms

36-Meter Warship with Frigate Roles Revealed

A new 36-meter modular surface effect vessel, the Aircat Bengal MC, is under development by Eureka Naval Craft in partnership with Singapore’s Strategic Marine. Designed to perform frigate-class missions...

August 25, 2025
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Training and Simulation

US, Indonesia, Allies Begin Major Military Drills

The annual Super Garuda Shield joint exercises are underway in Indonesia, led by the US and Indonesian armed forces with participation from 11 partner countries. More than 5,400 troops...

August 20, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US, German Firms Team Up on Stinger Production

Raytheon and Diehl Defence signed an agreement to co-produce Stinger missile components in Europe. Following surging demand amid drone threats and the Ukraine war, the collaboration enhances regional supply....