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February 7, 2025
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Russia’s Army Acquires New BMP-3 Infantry Fighting Vehicles From Rostec

Rostec has handed over its initial 2025 shipment of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles to the Russian Armed Forces. The delivery came after successful demonstrations and technical evaluations confirming the...

OSI to Supply Navigation Tech for Portugal’s Upcoming Castelo-Class Patrol Vessels

OSI Maritime Systems has secured a contract to deliver navigation systems for six upcoming Viana do Castelo-class offshore patrol vessels in the Portuguese Navy. Under the agreement, the company...

February 7, 2025
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UK Repurposes Tornado Jet Parts for 3D Printing of Future Fighter Engines

The UK is recycling components from retired RAF Tornado jets to support next-generation aircraft development. Titanium-rich parts like compressor blades have been processed and 3D-printed into new elements, including...

February 7, 2025
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Greece Launches $212M Project for Advanced Military Combat Uniforms

Greece has introduced a high-tech military uniform for its armed forces, featuring innovations such as biometric sensors, improved helmets, body armor, and ergonomically designed boots and garments. The new...

February 6, 2025
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Pentagon Awards Oshkosh Contract for US Army Multi-Truck Procurement

The US Department of Defense has awarded several contracts to Oshkosh Defense to deliver a variety of military trucks to the US Army. Valued at approximately $214.8 million, the...

February 6, 2025
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Morocco Takes Delivery of Its First Bayraktar Akinci Drones From Turkey

Morocco has officially received its first Bayraktar Akinci drones from Turkey under a defense deal reportedly finalized in 2023. The milestone was confirmed by Forum FAR Maroc, a semi-official...

February 4, 2025
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Sweden Purchases Mk82 Bombs From Rheinmetall for Gripen Fleet

Sweden has signed a contract with Rheinmetall to supply Mk82 bombs for its Jas 39 Gripen fighter aircraft, aiming to strengthen the Air Force’s ground attack capabilities. Valued at...

February 4, 2025
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Instro Receives Additional $20 Million Contract for UK Military Night Vision Systems

Instro Precision Technologies has landed a £16-million ($20 million) contract to supply additional XACT nv33 night vision goggles to the British military. The deal follows the delivery of 3,500...

UK Army Launches New Urban Combat Training Facility in Scotland

The British Army has launched a new urban warfare training facility at Oliver Barracks in Dundee, Scotland. Designed to simulate realistic urban combat, the site includes mock city structures...

February 4, 2025
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AeroVironment to Supply Additional Switchblade Loitering Munitions to US Army

AeroVironment has been awarded a $288-million contract to supply its Switchblade 300 and 600 loitering munitions to the US Army. This forms part of a five-year agreement initiated in...