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July 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Netherlands Funds Next-Gen Drone Software

The Netherlands is pioneering a software-first approach to military interoperability by investing in a unified command-and-control architecture capable of connecting unmanned systems from multiple manufacturers. Under a €30-million agreement...

July 7, 2026
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Air Platforms

Portugal to Acquire Surplus US Army Black Hawks

Portugal has initiated the restoration of its Army aviation capability through the acquisition of refurbished UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters sourced from surplus US Army inventories. Procured through the NATO...

July 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Milrem UGVs to Receive Hanwha Combat Systems

Estonian defense technology company Milrem Robotics and South Korea’s Hanwha Systems have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) through...

July 6, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India Streamlines Drone Launch Operations

N3X Defence has introduced a mobile launch solution for its WRATH UAV family, integrating five containerized drones onto a high-mobility vehicle for rapid battlefield deployment. The launcher’s hydraulic elevation...

July 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

GCAP Program Awards Edgewing $6B Deal

The Global Combat Air Programme has entered its next development phase after Edgewing received a £4.6 billion contract to continue designing the future sixth-generation fighter aircraft. The trinational initiative...

July 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Indonesia Plans Additional BrahMos Orders

Indonesia is seeking to broaden its planned BrahMos missile acquisition as part of a long-term effort to enhance coastal defense and maritime security capabilities. The proposed phased purchase could...

July 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Tejas, Akash May Feature in Brazil Deal

India and Brazil are examining a unique defence exchange model that would see C-390M transport aircraft supplied to India in return for Tejas Mk1A fighters and Akash missile systems...

July 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Adani Expands Missile Manufacturing in MP

Adani Defence & Aerospace has laid the foundation for a ₹4,500 crore missile manufacturing hub in Shivpuri that will serve as an end-to-end production centre for advanced missile systems...

July 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Raytheon extends TOW support through 2030

The US Army plans to continue its partnership with Raytheon to provide long-term logistics and sustainment support for the TOW Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS) through 2030. According to...

July 2, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

NASAMS Deal Strengthens Kuwait Air Defenses

Kongsberg has finalized a $400 million agreement with Raytheon to supply the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) to Kuwait under the US Foreign Military Sales program. The acquisition...