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February 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Diehl Secures Major IRIS-T Deal

Germany has expanded its IRIS-T missile procurement under multiple contracts with Diehl Defence, covering aerial and ground-based variants. The program supports fleet integration on combat aircraft and bolsters short-...

February 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

German Defence Exports in 2025

Germany’s 2025 arms export data underscores Europe’s evolving security posture, with Ukraine emerging as the top recipient amid the ongoing war with Russia. Significant purchases by Norway and Sweden...

February 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Startup Boosts US Defense Drone Production

Ohio-based Agilis Air is accelerating production of its modular Remora drone with grant-backed pre-manufacturing of 55 systems. Designed for affordability and fast deployment, the platform aligns with expected DoD...

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

MK 38 Weapon System Receives Major Upgrade

The Navy’s MK 38 weapon system has entered its fourth iteration, featuring a 30mm main gun and improved sensor suite, delivering greater lethality and precision against emerging maritime and...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Coast Guard Expands HC-130J Fleet

L3Harris has delivered the US Coast Guard’s 18th HC-130J, missionized with the advanced Minotaur MSS+ system and tailored surveillance equipment. Assigned to Air Station Sacramento, the aircraft supports the...

February 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Prague Moves to Replace Pandur II Fleet

Prague is advancing plans for a large-scale armored vehicle renewal program aimed at replacing 127 aging Pandur II vehicles. The study under military review highlights domestic and European options,...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Finland’s F-35 Engines Enter Local Assembly

Finland has strengthened its F-35 program by assigning Patria responsibility for local assembly of Pratt & Whitney’s F135 engines. Work is underway at the new Nokia-based site and will...

February 5, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Record Fuze Output Achieved by L3Harris

L3Harris reported a record-setting year in 2025 with deliveries approaching half a million fuzes, highlighting intensified munitions production across the United States and allied defense networks. Output rose sharply...

February 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

Hungary Secures C-390 Fleet Support Package

Embraer has formalized a sustainment partnership with Hungary to support its C-390 Millennium transport aircraft through ongoing maintenance and logistics services. The agreement leverages Embraer’s European support network to...

February 5, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

German IFVs to Get Hensoldt Optronics

German sensor specialist Hensoldt has been awarded contracts totaling approximately 400 million euros by KNDS to supply advanced digital optronic systems for Boxer armored vehicles and Leopard 2 A8...