Procurement & Contracts - Weeklydefencenews

April 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

$904M Army Contract for LTAMDS

The US Army has expanded procurement of Raytheon’s LTAMDS radar with a new $904.6 million order covering production systems and support equipment. Developed as the next-generation Patriot sensor, LTAMDS...

April 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

$617M Air Defense Contract Awarded

Dynetics has received a $617-million US Army contract to continue fielding the IFPC Increment 2 air defense system. The deal covers launcher production, retrofit prototypes, ammunition magazines, training systems,...

April 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

British Army Orders GEREON Vehicles

The British Army has selected ARX Robotics’ GEREON uncrewed ground vehicle to help test robotic capabilities in land operations. The vehicle is designed for multiple military roles including resupply,...

April 16, 2026
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Air Platforms

Apache, Chinook Fleet Support Deal

Boeing Defence UK has secured a major 879-million-pound support contract covering Britain’s AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and Chinook transport aircraft. The agreement includes maintenance services, engineering support, logistics, and...

April 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Orders Four Landing Ships

Fincantieri’s US subsidiary has received a $30-million Navy contract to launch development of the new Medium Landing Ship fleet. The initial phase includes procurement of long-lead components plus engineering...

April 15, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Indra upgrades 6 Type 212CD subs with EW systems

Indra has secured an expanded contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to equip six additional Type 212CD submarines with advanced electronic warfare (EW) and radar systems, doubling its involvement...

April 15, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Italian Navy receives new Tritone support ship

The Italian Navy has received its upgraded multi-purpose support vessel “Tritone,” built by Fincantieri, marking a key step in enhancing underwater operational capabilities. Designed with a modular architecture, Tritone...

April 15, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Babcock to support UK naval ships technical work

Babcock International’s extension of its Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) contract underscores the importance of sustainment and lifecycle support in modern naval operations. The two-year agreement ensures continued technical...

April 15, 2026
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Air Platforms

GE Aerospace to set up Tejas engine depot in India

The Indian Air Force’s collaboration with GE Aerospace to establish a domestic support facility for F404-IN20 engines marks a significant step toward self-reliance in aerospace sustainment. The facility will...

April 15, 2026
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Training and Simulation

South Korea to buy 11,000 drones for training

South Korea’s plan to procure 11,000 drones reflects a large-scale effort to integrate unmanned systems into military training and operations. The initiative supports the “500,000 drone warrior” program, aimed...