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March 20, 2026
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US Navy Awards $71M AI Fleet Deal to Gecko

The US Navy has partnered with Gecko Robotics to enhance fleet maintenance using AI-driven inspection systems. By deploying robots and sensors, the company can quickly assess ship conditions and...

March 20, 2026
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Land Platforms
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M1151 Humvee: Evolution of a Battlefield Icon

The M1151 Humvee represents a significant upgrade in the evolution of military utility vehicles, designed to operate in high-risk combat zones. With improved armor, reinforced structure, and enhanced mobility,...

Thales Wins UK Mobile Air Defense Assessment Deal

The UK has initiated the next phase of its MSHORAD program by awarding a contract to Thales UK. The project aims to replace the aging Stormer air defense system...

Anduril Delivers Altius Loitering Munitions to Taiwan

The US has completed delivery of Altius 600M loitering munitions to Taiwan, strengthening its defensive capabilities amid rising regional tensions. These drones, capable of carrying modular payloads for strike...

General Dynamics Wins $15B Submarine Deal

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38 billion contract modification to support the Columbia-class submarine program. These nuclear-powered submarines will replace the aging Ohio-class fleet...

Leonardo Buys Iveco Unit in $1.8B Deal

Leonardo has completed a €1.6 billion acquisition of Iveco Defence Vehicles, expanding its footprint in land defense systems. The integration combines vehicle manufacturing with advanced electronics, enabling end-to-end military...

US Navy Considers More Hammerhead Mines

The US Navy is expanding its inventory of Hammerhead encapsulated effector systems under contracts with General Dynamics Mission Systems. Designed for anti-submarine warfare, the system autonomously detects and engages...

DroneShield Integrates Robin Radar Systems

DroneShield has partnered with Robin Radar Systems to enhance its counter-drone systems by integrating advanced 3D radar technology. The system delivers 360-degree coverage and combines data through SensorFusionAI, improving...

Mitsubishi Demos AI Autonomy for UAVs in Japan

Shield AI and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are advancing autonomous drone capabilities by integrating Hivemind AI software with the ARMD drone platform. In recent trials, drones demonstrated reinforcement learning, coordinated...

March 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
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US Navy Creates Five New Acquisition Offices

The US Navy has introduced five Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) offices to improve procurement efficiency and reduce delays. These offices will oversee key domains such as maritime systems, undersea...