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April 27, 2026
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Leonardo pushes M-346 deal with Morocco

Leonardo S.p.A. is actively promoting the M-346 Master to Morocco as part of a competitive trainer aircraft program. The aircraft offers advanced pilot training and light combat capabilities but...

Australia invests $855M in Bushmaster fleet

Australia has committed AUD 1.2 billion to strengthen the Australian Defence Force ground vehicle fleet. The plan includes acquiring 268 next-generation Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle from Thales Group and...

April 27, 2026
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US Navy taps Castelion for hypersonic work

The US Navy has awarded Castelion a $105 million contract to integrate the Blackbeard hypersonic missile with the F/A-18. Designed as a long-range, high-speed weapon, it enhances survivability and...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

US boosts F-35 test fleet for upgrades

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a $177.49 million contract modification to build three F-35 flight sciences test aircraft. These specialized platforms will support Block 4...

Australia selects Rolls-Royce for warships

Canberra has selected Rolls-Royce to supply MT30 gas turbines for the Royal Australian Navy’s future Mogami-class frigates under a joint initiative with Japan. The propulsion system, paired with diesel...

Brazil plans to double Tamandaré frigates

Germany and Brazil have finalized a deal to acquire four additional Tamandaré-class frigates for the Brazilian Navy. Construction will be handled by Águas Azuis Consortium, which includes Thyssenkrupp Marine...

April 26, 2026
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VL-SRSAM nears induction clearance

The VL-SRSAM (Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile) system developed by DRDO has reached its final pre-induction stage for the Indian Navy. Recent trials confirmed its enhanced operational range...

April 26, 2026
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Land Platforms
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DRDO unveils new tracked, wheeled armour

DRDO has unveiled new tracked and wheeled armoured platforms developed to meet modern battlefield requirements. These vehicles feature a 30 mm crewless turret integrated with anti-tank missile capability, supported...

April 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Adani unveils ULM-ER with 10 km precision

Adani Defence, in collaboration with DRDO’s RCI, has developed the ULM-ER (ULPGM-V3), an advanced UAV-launched precision missile designed for extended-range battlefield engagement. Weighing approximately 12.5 kg, it offers a...

BDL delivers first heavy torpedo to NSTL

Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) has delivered India’s first production-grade wire-guided heavyweight torpedo to NSTL, marking a significant milestone in indigenous naval weapons development. The system, developed in collaboration with...