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May 19, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Saab to supply mobile radars to France

The French Armed Forces are set to receive 17 Saab Giraffe 1X radar systems under a new contract aimed at improving mobile air defense operations. Mounted on tactical vehicles,...

May 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

France to build frigates for Sweden

The Swedish government has announced plans to procure four advanced frigates from France’s Naval Group to modernize its naval fleet and strengthen regional maritime security. After reviewing competing bids...

May 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

KC-130J survivability upgrade awarded

The US Navy has awarded V2X a contract to enhance the survivability of Marine Corps KC-130J aircraft through the integration of advanced infrared countermeasure systems. The Large Aircraft Infrared...

May 19, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Patriot Air Defense Heads to Turkey

Berlin has announced the deployment of a Patriot missile defense unit to Turkey under a NATO rotation program intended to reinforce allied air defense coverage. The mission will involve...

May 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

Additional JSMs Bought for F-35 Fleet

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has secured a major German order for additional Joint Strike Missiles intended for integration with the Luftwaffe’s upcoming F-35 fleet. The stealthy precision-guided missile is...

May 19, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Saab to Deliver Mobile Radars to France

Saab will supply France with 17 Giraffe 1X air defense radars under a new contract aimed at improving the French Armed Forces’ ability to detect drones and other aerial...

May 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Philippines May Get Type 88 Missiles

The Japanese government is evaluating a potential export of its Type 88 coastal anti-ship missile system to the Philippines as part of growing bilateral defense ties in the Indo-Pacific...

May 18, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Faster Delivery Drives UK Reforms

Britain is planning major changes to its defense procurement framework that would financially reward contractors for timely performance and innovation while lowering profit protections for low-risk projects. The reforms...

May 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

IAF may accept Tejas with limited EW suite

Deliveries of the Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited may face further delays beyond June, according to reports citing defence sources. Discussions are reportedly ongoing between...

May 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

HAL expects GE F404 engines by year-end

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has announced that the supply situation for GE F404-IN20 engines used in the Tejas Mk1A fighter jet program is expected to improve considerably over the coming...