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May 9, 2026
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Air Platforms

AMCA Engine Program Gains Momentum

India’s ambitious AMCA fighter engine effort is increasingly positioning Godrej Aerospace as a major private-sector partner for the upcoming AHTCE turbofan program being developed by Gas Turbine Research Establishment...

May 8, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

New 300kW Laser Boosts India Defense

India’s next-generation 300-kW directed-energy weapon is being engineered to neutralize modern aerial threats at distances of up to 20 kilometers using concentrated laser energy. The system combines sophisticated thermal...

May 8, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

L3Harris Boosts USAF Data Sharing

The US Air Force has chosen L3Harris Technologies to support development of critical digital infrastructure for its Advanced Battle Management System. The initiative focuses on creating a highly connected...

May 7, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India to Get Local MICA Missile Support

The Indian Air Force and MBDA are moving ahead with plans to create an indigenous MICA missile overhaul and maintenance hub in India to improve lifecycle support for the...

May 7, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside the Ajax Armored Platform

Built as a next-generation tracked combat vehicle family, the Ajax platform is central to the British Army’s transition toward digitally connected battlefield operations. Originating from the UK’s Future Rapid...

May 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Norway Gets Leopard 2A8 Tank Factory

KNDS Deutschland has partnered with RITEK to establish a new manufacturing and testing center in Norway for the Leopard 2A8. Built within 18 months, the Levanger facility will support...

May 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Rheinmetall Joins Romania Corvette Program

Romania has allocated major funding for the domestic construction of two MMPV 90 corvettes derived from a German modular patrol vessel design. Developed with Rheinmetall involvement, the ships will...

May 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Troops Conduct UGV Training With HDT

HDT Robotics has deployed its Hunter WOLF UGV in training activities alongside the US Army 10th Mountain Division to assess robotic battlefield support capabilities. The unmanned system is designed...

May 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms

New Navajo-Class Recovery Ship Named

The US Navy has introduced its seventh Navajo-class support ship, the USNS Solomon Atkinson (T-ATS 12), marking another milestone in fleet modernization. Named after decorated SEAL veteran Solomon Atkinson,...

May 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Scalp Naval Boosts Deep-Strike Capability

France is set to revive manufacturing of the Scalp Naval missile as part of efforts to enhance strategic strike capabilities. Initially introduced in 2017, the missile program faced a...