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February 13, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside the Marines’ Next-Gen ACV

Slovakia has concluded a framework agreement to supply its domestically developed SAM-120 self-propelled mortar systems to Azerbaijan, according to Slovak media reports. The agreement was signed during the World...

February 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

$100M+ IDF Network Upgrade by Elbit

Elbit Systems has secured contracts worth approximately $100 million to advance digital modernization efforts for the Israel Defense Forces. The agreements support the military’s transition to a fifth-generation tactical...

February 12, 2026
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Land Platforms

Kodiak Enables Driverless ROGUE-Fires

The US Marine Corps is adopting Kodiak AI’s autonomous driving system for its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle fleet, including the ROGUE-Fires carrier. The move introduces self-driving capability to support...

February 12, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Crewless Navy Ship Sails 10,000 NM

A new autonomous ship dubbed Liberty Class is set to expand US naval capabilities. Built by Blue Water Autonomy, the 190-foot vessel can operate for extended periods without a...

February 12, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Korea Plans Persistent ISR Drone

A trilateral collaboration between US-based GuRu Wireless, South Korea’s Uniquest, and UK firm Arion aims to overcome endurance limits of battery-powered small drones. By combining wireless power transmission and...

February 12, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Europe’s First Private Hypersonic Test

Hypersonica has completed a milestone test flight of a privately funded European hypersonic missile prototype, exceeding Mach 6 and validating onboard systems at extreme speeds. Developed in under nine...

February 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

USAF Awards Boeing C-17A Upgrade Contract

Boeing has secured a USAF contract to overhaul the C-17’s cockpit systems, addressing avionics obsolescence and introducing an open-architecture framework that enables plug-and-play capability upgrades. Curtiss-Wright will deliver updated...

February 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

Taipei Shifts to 10 New C-130J Aircraft

Taipei has opted to transition to the C-130J Super Hercules rather than extend the life of its 40-year-old C-130H transports. Officials cited structural reinforcement costs and limited upgrade benefits....

February 11, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Thales Tie-Up Boosts Naval Combat AI

As part of France’s AI-driven defense strategy, Naval Group has taken a minority stake in cortAIx, Thales’ military AI hub. The move deepens collaboration on next-generation naval technologies and...

February 11, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Next-Gen Seeker Upgrade for EU AAM

Indra has unveiled improvements to the Meteor missile’s communications link, focusing on extended coverage and improved protection against jamming. Submitted for validation to MBDA and program authorities, the enhanced...