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AV Wins $117M Deal for P550 Recon Drones

AeroVironment has secured a contract to supply its P550 unmanned aerial vehicles to the US Army. Designed for long-range reconnaissance, the drone features modular architecture, artificial intelligence capabilities, and...

Hanwha Ocean, ONEX Target Greece Defense Deals

Hanwha Ocean has entered into a strategic agreement with Greece’s ONEX Shipyards to collaborate on naval defense programs. The partnership aims to strengthen shipbuilding, maintenance, and modernization capabilities while...

March 23, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

BAE Expands Vehicle Parts Production in Brazil

BAE Systems Hägglunds has teamed up with Knightec Group Brazil to establish local production of military vehicle components. The partnership focuses on supporting the BvS10 all-terrain vehicle by manufacturing...

Rheinmetall Upgrades Italian Army Anti-Tank Mines

Rheinmetall has partnered with Italian defense authorities to upgrade a large stockpile of MATS anti-tank mines. The modernization effort focuses on converting them to the MK2 standard, improving both...

US Army Picks Elbit HUDs for Black Hawk, Chinook

The US Army has awarded Elbit Systems America a contract to supply advanced heads-up display systems for its helicopter fleets. These HUDs project essential flight and mission data directly...

March 22, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

E-2D Hawkeye: US Navy’s Eye in the Sky

The E-2D Hawkeye serves as a critical airborne command and control platform, extending the operational reach of naval forces. Equipped with advanced radar and communication systems, it enables real-time...

US Uses Reaper Drones for Recon in Nigeria

US military personnel in Nigeria are utilizing advanced drones for intelligence and surveillance as part of a training mission. These drones help monitor militant activity and support local forces...

March 20, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

US Army Tests 1,300-Mile Aviation Operations

US Army forces in South Korea demonstrated advanced long-range operational capability during the Talon Reach exercise. Aviation units successfully conducted coordinated missions over extended distances, integrating helicopters, drones, and...

March 20, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

US Clears Aircraft Support Deal for Jordan

The United States has approved a $70.5 million military support package for Jordan, focusing on maintaining and enhancing the operational readiness of its air fleet. The assistance includes maintenance...

March 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Talon IQ Flies With Shield AI Hivemind

Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ platform, integrated with Shield AI’s Hivemind software, has successfully demonstrated autonomous flight capabilities. The test showcased the system’s ability to perform complex missions such as...