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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...

January 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Horstman Wins USMC ACV Suspension Contract

Defense contractor V2X Inc. has teamed with RENK’s Horstman Group to supply advanced suspension systems for the US Marine Corps’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle program. Horstman will deliver its Hydrostrut...

January 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Hanwha, HavocAI Partner on Autonomous Warship

Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Defense USA have partnered with HavocAI to develop a 200-foot autonomous surface vessel for the US military. The uncrewed ship is designed to operate in...

January 8, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Babcock Targets Low-Cost Maritime Counter-Drones

British defense firm Babcock has partnered with Latvia-based Frankenburg Technologies to explore the development of a cost-effective maritime counter-drone system aimed at addressing the growing threat posed by one-way...

January 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Laser Weapons JV Set for 2026 Launch

German defense firms Rheinmetall and MBDA Deutschland are preparing to establish a joint venture in early 2026 focused on developing laser weapon systems, initially targeting naval applications. Structured as...