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April 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

TKMS Partners for Next-Gen Submarine Project

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has entered into a strategic agreement with E3 Lithium to explore the integration of Canadian lithium into the supply chain for the Canadian Patrol Submarine...

April 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Red Cat, Arastelle Build Tethered ISR Drones

Red Cat Holdings has partnered with Arastelle Drone Solutions to integrate tethered drone systems into defense operations. This technology enables drones to remain airborne for extended periods by drawing...

April 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Embraer, CIAC Expand Aerospace Partnership

Embraer has entered into a strategic partnership with Colombia’s CIAC to expand industrial cooperation in aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, and technical development. The agreement opens opportunities for integrating Colombian capabilities...

Skydio to Supply ISR Drones to USAF Bases

US Air Forces Central has awarded a contract to Skydio to deploy autonomous drone systems for enhancing airbase security across the Middle East. The system includes Skydio Dock, a...

April 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Babcock Extends UK Aircraft Training Support

Babcock International Group has secured a contract extension to continue supporting the Royal Air Force’s Light Aircraft Flying Task program. This agreement ensures the continued delivery of essential services...

April 9, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Inside the Next-Gen Squad Weapon (NGSW)

The United States Army has initiated the Next Generation Squad Weapon program to modernize infantry combat capabilities by replacing legacy systems such as the M4 carbine and M249 machine...

April 8, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Uttam AESA Radar Completes Flight Testing

South Korea is moving forward with a revised agreement to transfer a prototype of the KF-21 Boramae to Indonesia as part of efforts to resolve financial disputes in their...

April 8, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Ukraine Builds Low-Cost ‘Patriot’-Like System

Hermeus has advanced its ambitious goal of developing one of the fastest unmanned aircraft by securing $350 million in funding, bringing its valuation to approximately $1 billion. The company...

April 8, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

India Defines Future Drone Strategy for Army

The Republic of Korea Air Force has partnered with QinetiQ to provide advanced training for its aviators at the prestigious Empire Test Pilots’ School (ETPS). Established in the 1940s,...

France Orders 5th FDI Frigate From Naval Group

Belgium has taken a significant step in enhancing its tactical airlift capabilities by awarding Textron Aviation a contract to procure five Cessna SkyCourier aircraft. This marks the platform’s first...