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February 18, 2026
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Air Platforms

TTTECH Selected to Provide Network Systems for Army HADES Aircraft

The US Army has chosen TTTECH North America to deliver an advanced networking system for its High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) aircraft program. The company will supply...

February 18, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Rheinmetall Wins Deal to Arm Sweden’s CB90 Fleet With Seasnake Guns

German defense firm Rheinmetall has secured a contract to supply Seasnake 30 light naval gun systems for the Swedish Navy’s Combat Boat 90 fast assault craft. The initial order...

February 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Britain Invests $16M to Push Hypersonic Missile Development

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded £12 million ($16.2 million) to Amentum UK to advance development of a hypersonic missile system, reinforcing Britain’s ambition to establish a sovereign...

February 18, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Autonomous Guard Secures $1.9M Contract, Expands Into India

Israeli defense firm Autonomous Guard has entered the Indian market after signing a memorandum of understanding with a local security customer—its first agreement in South Asia. The deal outlines...

February 18, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Turkey Demonstrates Dual-Strike Capability With Carrier-Based TB3

The Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle demonstrated its ability to conduct dual-salvo strikes on maritime targets during a live-fire exercise over the Baltic Sea, achieving direct hits. Launching...

February 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Sofia Considers 100 Centauros C-UAS

Sofia is exploring the acquisition of over 100 Greek-made Centauros anti-drone systems through the EU’s SAFE defense initiative. Produced by Hellenic Aerospace Industry, the platform has already been deployed...

February 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Orders New Bunker Buster Bombs

The US Air Force has contracted Boeing to replenish its inventory of GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators in a deal valued at over $100 million. The procurement comes after the...

February 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Berlin Eyes Poland’s Piorun Missiles

Berlin has expressed preliminary interest in acquiring Poland’s Piorun MANPADS, a portable air defense weapon designed to counter aircraft, helicopters, and drones. Produced by Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and its...

February 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Babcock Wins French Training Contract

Babcock International has secured a fresh agreement to deliver comprehensive pilot training for France’s air and naval forces. The program includes classroom teaching and live-flight instruction across two major...

February 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Leonardo to Supply Saudi C-27J MPA

Riyadh has signed a deal with Leonardo for four weaponized C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, expanding its naval aviation capabilities. Scheduled for delivery from 2029, the aircraft will feature a...