Procurement & Contracts - Weeklydefencenews

April 30, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Army buys Thor multi-mission drones

The US Army has awarded a $20-million contract to Mistral Inc. for the delivery of Thor mini unmanned aerial systems. Developed in collaboration with Elbit Systems subsidiary Fuse, the...

April 30, 2026
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Naval Platforms

10 European allies form joint naval force

Ten European nations have agreed to strengthen cooperation under the Joint Expeditionary Force to address rising security threats in northern maritime regions. Led by the United Kingdom, the JEF...

April 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Raytheon secures $833M ESSM Block 2 deal

The US Navy has awarded Raytheon an $833 million contract to produce additional Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2 systems for 12 allied nations under the NATO SEASPARROW consortium....

April 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Lockheed lands $1B HIMARS production deal

Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.13 billion contract to produce M142 HIMARS for the US and allied nations, including Australia, Canada, Estonia, Sweden, and Taiwan. Known for its precision...

April 30, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Leidos secures $456M support deal

Leidos has secured a $456-million contract to continue managing Military OneSource, a critical platform serving US military personnel and their families. Awarded via the General Services Administration, the four-year...

April 29, 2026
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Land Platforms

$3B Lynx IFV Deal Secured by Romania

Romania has moved forward with plans to modernize its land forces by selecting Rheinmetall’s Lynx infantry fighting vehicle in a procurement program valued at €2.6 billion. The agreement covers...

April 29, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Waveguide Display System for Defense

Vuzix has entered into a new customer-funded agreement to develop an advanced waveguide display system for military use. The contract supports the continued development of a head-mounted display that...

April 29, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Ingalls Wins $283M Frigate Contract

Ingalls Shipbuilding has secured a contract to initiate early-stage development for the US Navy’s FF(X) frigate. The effort focuses on reducing delays by advancing design and material preparation ahead...

April 28, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Maldives Gets Last Guardian Boat

Australia has completed a major maritime assistance program after Austal handed over the last Guardian-class patrol vessel to the Maldives. The delivery of the 24th boat concludes the Pacific...

April 28, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Germany Orders Infantry Kits

Rheinmetall has secured a major German contract to expand the Bundeswehr’s Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System program. Valued at over 1 billion euros, the award covers...