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September 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

UK to Enhance Firepower of L111A1 HMG

Britain’s L111A1 heavy machine gun will undergo a substantial upgrade under a new contract valued at £20 million ($27.3 million) with FN Herstal, reinforcing the Ministry of Defense’s commitment...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

BAE CV90s to Get GPS Anti-Jam From Raytheon UK

Raytheon UK has secured a contract from BAE Systems to supply its Landshield Plus GPS anti-jamming system for integration into the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle. The deal focuses on...

September 16, 2025
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Air Platforms

Peru to Buy $3.4B F-16 Jets From US

The US has approved a potential $3.42-billion deal to supply Peru with 12 F-16 Block 70 jets alongside advanced weapons and support systems. The acquisition is expected to reinforce...

September 16, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Naval Contract Expands Terma in Middle East, Africa

Terma has expanded its footprint in the Middle East and Africa through a landmark deal with Albwardy Damen to equip new naval vessels with advanced mission systems. The package...

September 15, 2025
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Land Platforms

Third Abrams Batch Delivered to Poland

The US has delivered 38 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks to Poland, marking the largest single shipment under a major 2022 arms contract. The deal covers 250 tanks in total,...

September 13, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Denmark Orders Euro Air Defense System

Denmark’s Defense Ministry has approved a $9.1-billion procurement of European missile defense platforms, selecting SAMP/T for long-range and considering NASAMS, IRIS-T, or VL MICA for medium-range coverage. The plan,...

September 12, 2025
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Air Platforms

NATO Funds E-3 Sentry Engine Program

Pratt & Whitney has received an $18-million NATO contract to sustain TF33 engines on the alliance’s E-3 Sentry aircraft. The program covers logistics, parts, and technical support in Europe...

September 12, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Aselsan Wins $1.9B Turkish Air Defense Bid

Aselsan has secured a €1.6-billion contract to provide Turkey with indigenous air defense systems, part of the Steel Dome project. The program enhances self-reliance after challenges obtaining Western systems....

September 12, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Thales Sells HF XL Radios to Malaysia

Malaysia will receive more than 100 HF XL TRC 3900 radio systems under a Thales contract with Advanced Defence Systems. The radios, amplifiers, and antennas will bolster secure long-range...

September 11, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

FN Herstal Shows EVOLYS Gun in UK

FN Herstal has showcased its new EVOLYS machine gun, designed to deliver assault rifle handling with machine gun firepower. Available in 5.56mm and 7.62mm NATO, the EVOLYS offers lighter...