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Gentex to supply next-gen Army flight helmets

Gentex Corporation has secured a long-term contract to provide advanced rotary-wing helmet systems supporting US Army aviation personnel. The agreement includes production of HGU-56/P helmets, Apache-specific configurations, replacement components,...

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Army expands secure radio procurement

L3Harris Technologies has secured additional contracts to deliver Falcon AN/PRC-158C software-defined manpack radios supporting the US Army’s ongoing command-and-control modernization efforts. The advanced communication systems provide secure multi-channel connectivity...

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Poland launches Firehawk helicopter assembly

Production has officially commenced at Lockheed Martin’s PZL Mielec facility in Poland for two Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk helicopters destined for Czechia. Derived from the Black Hawk helicopter, the Firehawk...

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UK accelerates affordable counter-drone program

The United Kingdom is advancing its counter-unmanned aerial system capabilities by funding the development of next-generation low-cost drone interceptor technologies under the Low Cost Air Defence Effectors (LCADE) initiative....

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Autonomous convoy trials completed by UK Army

The British Army has completed advanced training focused on autonomous military logistics as part of preparations for multinational experimentation during Project Convergence Capstone 6. Soldiers received practical instruction on...

US expands Golden Dome with 18 new satellites

Sierra Space is playing a growing role in America’s future missile defense strategy after receiving a $798 million agreement to build 18 next-generation satellites designed to detect and track...

AI-powered spectrum warfare moves forward

Voyager Technologies is developing a powerful artificial intelligence system designed to help military forces operate more efficiently in complex electronic warfare environments. The new platform will support missions from...

AI alliance reshapes Indo-Pacific logistics

Leidos and Rune Technologies are using artificial intelligence to transform the way military forces prepare for operations across the Indo-Pacific. Their technology helps commanders anticipate future supply needs instead...

July 14, 2026
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Senate clears milestone for military AI policy

The United States is moving toward stronger rules governing the use of artificial intelligence in military operations. New proposals would ensure that AI systems supporting defense missions remain under...

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Colombia rescues 39 from guerrilla captivity

Colombian troops have successfully rescued dozens of civilians after launching an operation against the ELN guerrilla group in the country’s Chocó region. The mission brought freedom to 39 people...