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January 14, 2026
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Textron Reveals Fifth-Gen USV With Double Payload

Textron Systems has unveiled a fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV), expanding its portfolio of autonomous naval platforms designed for high-end maritime operations. The latest iteration reflects growing naval...

January 13, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

KF-21 Boramae Nears Delivery After Final Flight Tests

South Korea has successfully completed all flight testing of its next-generation KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, marking a major milestone toward operational deployment with the Republic of Korea Air Force...

Hawkeye EOSS Selected for Next-Gen Mobile Air Defense

UK-based Chess Dynamics has secured a £1.4 million ($1.8 million) contract to deliver its Hawkeye Electro-Optical Sensor System (EOSS) for integration into mobile air defense platforms. The award highlights...

January 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

UK to Develop Tactical Ballistic Missiles for Ukraine

The United Kingdom has launched Project Nightfall, a new defense initiative aimed at developing ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine to enhance Kyiv’s long-range strike capabilities against Russian military...

January 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Croatian Navy Advances Plans for New Warship Fleet

The Croatian Navy is moving forward with plans to acquire two new corvettes, a major fleet modernization effort valued at between €660 million and €1.6 billion. Once commissioned, the...

January 13, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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ATN Unveils Sixth-Gen Thermal Optics for Military Use

American Technologies Network (ATN) has unveiled its sixth-generation thermal optics lineup, marking a major advancement in AI-enhanced imaging systems designed for military, law enforcement, and security operations. The new...

January 13, 2026
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Soldier Systems
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US Army Deploys Multi-Threat Headborne Awareness System

The US Army is advancing soldier survivability and situational awareness with the development of a new Integrated Multi-Threat Headborne System (IMHS), a next-generation combat helmet designed for multi-domain battlefield...

January 13, 2026
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Cyprus Takes Delivery of H-10 Poseidon Surveillance Drones

The Cyprus National Guard has officially inducted two H-10 Poseidon unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into service, according to local media reports. The surveillance drones are produced by Cypriot defense...

January 13, 2026
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HII Expands UK Facility to Boost Underwater Drone Output

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has significantly expanded its unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) facility in Portchester, United Kingdom, doubling the site’s footprint to meet rising demand for advanced autonomous maritime...

January 13, 2026
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Germany Orders Eight MQ-9B Drones for Maritime ISR

The German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) has approved the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial systems (UAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, marking a major upgrade to the German...