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Malaysia buys 18 CAESAR artillery systems

Malaysia has selected the CAESAR self-propelled artillery system as part of its ongoing military modernization efforts. Known for its mobility, rapid deployment capability, and long-range precision firepower, the wheeled...

June 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

France backs mass production of Toutatis drones

Renault Group and Thales have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and manufacture the Toutatis loitering munition on an industrial scale. By combining Thales’ expertise in defense technologies...

Dutch Orka submarines to receive F21 torpedoes

The Netherlands has chosen the F21 heavyweight torpedo as the primary underwater weapon for its future Orka-class submarines. Developed by Naval Group, the F21 combines anti-ship and anti-submarine capabilities...

Israel acquires SMARTSHOOTER weapon stations

SMARTSHOOTER has secured a new contract to provide its SMASH Hopper remote-controlled weapon stations for defense applications. Designed for fixed and mobile deployments, the lightweight system integrates advanced fire-control...

June 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Austria cleared to acquire Black Hawk fleet

The proposed sale of UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters represents a significant step in Austria’s ongoing military modernization efforts. Beyond improving transport and operational capabilities, the acquisition is expected to...

June 18, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

New tactical vehicle controls drones and robots

Thales and Renault Group have developed the 4 TROOP concept, a mobile command-and-control vehicle designed to manage unmanned aerial and ground platforms. Built on a versatile 4×4 platform, the...

June 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-35C nears LRASM anti-ship missile capability

The US Navy has completed a major testing milestone for integrating the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) with the F-35C Lightning II. The testing phase evaluated aircraft performance while carrying...

June 18, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

India clears major drone warfare complex

India has approved a major initiative to accelerate indigenous drone innovation through the establishment of a National Military Drone Technology Hub at IIT Kanpur. The facility will support research,...

June 18, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

KNDS enhances Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0 concept

KNDS has unveiled the latest Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0 concept featuring a remotely operated turret and reduced crew configuration. The innovative design improves internal space utilization, lowers weight, and...

Marshall joins global Humvee support network

Austria is set to enhance its military transport and operational capabilities through the proposed acquisition of 12 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. The package includes mission equipment, training, maintenance support,...