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January 15, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Trust Automation Wins $490M USAF Drone & C-UAS Contract

Under a contract valued at up to $490 million, the US Air Force has tasked Trust Automation with accelerating the development of unmanned and counter‑drone technologies. The agreement enables...

January 14, 2026
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Air Platforms

Lockheed Delivers 350th MH-60R to US Navy

The US Navy has added its 350th MH‑60R Seahawk helicopter to the fleet, receiving it from Lockheed Martin’s Owego, New York facility and assigning it to HSM-41. HSM-41 trains...

January 14, 2026
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Naval Platforms

CACI Secures $416M US Navy IT Upgrade Contract

CACI International has won a five-year, $416-million task order to upgrade and maintain the US Navy’s IT systems through Naval Sea Systems Command, advancing the Navy’s mission to modernize...

January 14, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Blackhawk Secures German Modular Holster System Contract

Blackhawk has been awarded a significant contract to provide the German military with its modular Holster Carry System, offering flexible and reliable holster placement options for soldiers. The system...

January 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Hawkeye EOSS Chosen for Mobile Air Defense

Chess Dynamics has won a new £1.4-million order to deliver its Hawkeye Electro-Optical Sensor System for use in mobile air defense formations, highlighting rising demand for non-radar sensing solutions...

January 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Cyprus Takes Delivery of H-10 Poseidon Drones

Cyprus has inducted two H-10 Poseidon unmanned aerial systems into National Guard service, marking a boost to indigenous defense capabilities alongside broader military modernization efforts. Developed by Cypriot firm...

January 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Croatia Moves Ahead With New Warship Program

Croatia is moving forward with plans to modernize its navy through the procurement of two multi-role corvettes, with projected costs ranging from €660 million to €1.6 billion depending on...

January 13, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Germany Buys Eight MQ-9B Maritime Drones

Germany is expanding its maritime intelligence and anti-submarine warfare posture through the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones, a move designed to complement its existing fleet of P-8A Poseidon...

January 13, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Israel Distributes Arad Rifles Nationwide

The Israeli government has finalized the delivery of Arad assault rifles to rapid response teams across the country, marking a key step in strengthening local security following the 2023...

January 13, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Northrop to Build Navy ASW Torpedoes

The MK54 MOD 2 program represents a significant upgrade to the US Navy’s lightweight torpedo arsenal, enhancing lethality and reliability against modern submarine threats. Northrop Grumman, serving as prime...