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September 4, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

$9.8B Lockheed Pact to Build 2,000 PAC-3 Units

In a major boost to the United States’ and its allies’ missile defense capabilities, Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $9.8-billion modification to an existing contract for the production...

September 4, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Army Fields AV’s First Counter-Drone Lasers

The US Army has officially received its first LOCUST laser weapon prototypes from AV, strengthening its ability to counter drone threats. The project is part of the AMP-HEL program,...

September 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Japan’s FFM Ships to Get Palfinger Slipways

Tokyo has chosen Austrian firm Palfinger Marine to provide launch and recovery systems for its new generation of FFM-class frigates. The contract involves outfitting the first five ships, scheduled...

September 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Northrop Delivers Bushmaster II for Borsuk

Poland’s Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles will be armed with Northrop Grumman’s 30mm Bushmaster II gun, a proven NATO-standard weapon adaptable for vehicles and ships. The cannon weighs 160kg and...

September 2, 2025
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Cybersecurity

British Military Adopts Aussie AI Security

Britain has turned to AI to reduce accidental defense data breaches. The MoD selected Castlepoint’s solution to monitor and safeguard communications in real time. The technology highlights sensitive material...

September 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

New Frigate BRP Diego Silang Nears Arrival

South Korea’s HD Hyundai has confirmed the near-term delivery of the BRP Diego Silang to Manila. Based on the HDF-3200 design, the vessel was upgraded to frigate status due...

September 2, 2025
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Air Platforms

Portugal Accepts First A-29N Super Tucanos

Embraer has begun deliveries of A-29N Super Tucanos to Portugal, with the first three units arriving at Lisbon facilities. The deal includes simulators, training, and support. These versatile turboprops...

September 1, 2025
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Naval Platforms

BAE Systems Wins Norway Frigate Order

Norway has finalized a $10B defense contract with BAE Systems to acquire five to six advanced Type 26 frigates, marking a deepened naval alliance with Britain. The deal outpaced...

September 1, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US Delivers MK 48 Torpedoes to Taiwan by 2028

Following setbacks, Taiwan will receive Mk 48 Mod 6 AT torpedoes from the US in phased deliveries from 2026 to 2028. The $178M deal includes simulators and 24 torpedoes,...

September 1, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

US Air Force Builds $211M Comms Hub in Guam

The Pentagon has allocated $211M for a new communications hub at Andersen AFB in Guam, awarding the contract to Nan Inc. Initial construction is funded with $91.3M, while NAVFAC...