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April 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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US Army boosts Gray Eagle with ELINT upgrade

The United States Army has awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems a contract to upgrade the MQ-1C Gray Eagle ER with advanced electronic intelligence capabilities. The enhancement will enable detection...

April 16, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

L3Harris tests Red Wolf on Skyraider II platform

L3Harris Technologies conducted a compatibility demonstration integrating its Red Wolf launched effects system with the Skyraider II International. The test evaluated both physical fit and system interoperability. Red Wolf...

April 15, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

NewSpace launches advanced UGV warfare system

NewSpace Research & Technologies has introduced a range of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) designed to operate within a layered, network-centric battlefield architecture. The lineup includes Vanguard for combat roles,...

April 15, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

HAL IMRH gets new five-blade rotor system

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has opted for a five-bladed articulated rotor system for its upcoming IMRH helicopter, replacing the hingeless design used in lighter platforms. This change addresses the structural...

April 15, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

India pushes Astra-2, BrahMos-NG for Rafale

India’s negotiations with Dassault Aviation for 114 Rafale aircraft are now focused on securing access to the Interface Control Document (ICD), enabling independent upgrades and integration of indigenous weapons....

Italian Navy gets Tritone support vessel

The Italian Navy has received the upgraded Tritone multi-purpose support vessel, constructed by Fincantieri. Designed primarily for underwater missions, the vessel incorporates a modular architecture that supports various payloads,...

Indra upgrades 6 Type 212CD subs with EW systems

Indra has secured a contract to expand its role in the Type 212CD submarine program by equipping six additional submarines with advanced electronic warfare and radar systems. This brings...

Ukraine orders $3.7B Patriot missile interceptors

RTX’s Raytheon has been awarded a $3.7 billion contract to supply additional GEM-T interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot air defense systems. These interceptors are designed to strengthen protection against a...

South Korea to buy 11,000 drones for training

South Korea plans to procure approximately 11,000 commercial drones for military training as part of its “500,000 drone warrior” initiative. The program aims to equip all conscripts with drone...

April 15, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

GE Aerospace to set up Tejas engine depot in India

The Indian Air Force has partnered with GE Aerospace to establish a local maintenance facility for F404-IN20 engines powering Tejas aircraft. This initiative enhances domestic repair and overhaul capabilities,...