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October 24, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

South Korean Chunmoo Launchers Selected by Estonia to Complement HIMARS Fleet

Estonia has finalized a defense agreement with South Korea to procure the K239 Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), boosting its deep-strike and deterrence capabilities. Manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace,...

October 24, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Germany Signs $2.3 Billion Spike Missile Procurement with NATO Facilitation

Germany has agreed to purchase Spike anti-tank guided missiles from Israel under a €2 billion ($2.3 billion) deal facilitated by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency. The agreement was...

October 24, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Anduril Acquires AIRS, Enhancing Infrared Sensor Capabilities

Anduril Industries has acquired American Infrared Solutions (AIRS) to expand its portfolio of infrared sensors and cooled camera technologies, strengthening its position in the defense, aerospace, and industrial imaging...

October 22, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Gore Develops New Thermal Jacket for US Soldiers

Gore is developing a single-layer all-weather insulation jacket for the U.S. Army’s Soldier Enhanced Program, replacing the current two-layer system. The jacket weighs 482 grams, reduces pack volume by...

October 22, 2025
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Air Platforms

Boeing Wins $461M Deal for CH-47F Chinooks

The U.S. Army has ordered nine CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters from Boeing for $461 million to modernize its heavy-lift fleet. The order covers production Lots 4 and 5,...

October 21, 2025
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Air Platforms

Lithuania Receives Two New Black Hawks

The Lithuanian Armed Forces have taken delivery of their first two UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters out of an order of four placed in 2020, with additional equipment, training, and...

October 21, 2025
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Naval Platforms

France Accepts FDI Frigate ‘Amiral Ronarc’h’

Naval Group officially handed over the French Navy’s firstFrégate de Défense et d’Interventionclass frigate,Amiral Ronarc’h(D660), at the port of Brest, marking a major step in renewing France’s surface combatant...

October 21, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

FA-50 Jets Receive Raytheon PhantomStrike Radar

Raytheon delivered the first PhantomStrike radar to Korea Aerospace Industries for integration into itsFA-50light combat aircraft fleet. This delivery represents significant progress in the 2023 collaboration aimed at equipping...

October 21, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Saab to Upgrade Spanish Arthur Radar Fleet

Saab has received a NATO contract worth around 540 million Swedish kronor ($57 million) to upgrade the service life of the Spanish Army’sArthurartillery radar systems. The contract, managed by...

October 21, 2025
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Soldier Systems

India Secures $75M Deal for Night Vision Gear

MKU Limited has secured a ₹6.6 billion ($75 million) contract from the Indian Army to provide 29,762 Netro NW 3000 Night Vision Weapon Sights, marking a significant milestone as...