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USAF Names Leidos Missile AGM-190A

The US Air Force has formally designated Leidos’ Small Cruise Missile as AGM-190A, recognizing it as a fully operational stand-off precision strike weapon. Known as Black Arrow, the missile...

February 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Fincantieri, Navantia Form Patrol Corvette JV

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Spain’s Navantia have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture supporting the European Patrol Corvette program. Backed by EU defense cooperation initiatives,...

February 27, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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US Army Orders More Switchblade Drones

AeroVironment has received a $186-million contract to deliver Switchblade 300 and 600 loitering munitions to the US Army. This procurement falls under a long-term contract valued up to $990...

February 26, 2026
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Turkey to Sell Armed Patrol Boats in SE Asia

Turkey will export two armored and weaponized multi-purpose patrol boats to a Southeast Asian nation, marking a strategic expansion of its naval defense exports. Delivered jointly by Bay Galata...

February 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Naval Group Starts Trials of 4th Barracuda

Naval Group has launched initial sea trials of De Grasse, the fourth Barracuda-class nuclear-powered submarine for the French Navy. These trials aim to validate performance, safety, and operational readiness...

February 26, 2026
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Land Platforms
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South 8, 3ME Develop Arctic Military Battery

South 8 Technologies and 3ME Technology have partnered to develop a next-generation lithium-ion battery optimized for Arctic defense operations. By combining LiGas cell chemistry with EdgeVOLT cold-weather storage systems,...

February 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Fassmer Wins German Navy Training Ship Deal

Germany has contracted Fassmer to construct four training vessels for the German Navy, strengthening maritime education and operational preparedness. These platforms will support survival training and seamanship instruction, enabling...

February 26, 2026
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Turkish Navy Inducts Sancar Armed USV

The Turkish Navy has commissioned the Sancar armed unmanned surface vehicle, enhancing its autonomous maritime warfare capabilities. Featuring advanced autonomy, modular payload integration, and network-centric operations, Sancar supports surveillance,...

Pratt & Whitney Invests $200M in Georgia

Pratt & Whitney’s $200 million investment in its Columbus, Georgia, facility will significantly expand production capacity for advanced aircraft engines. The upgrade supports rising global demand for both military...

February 26, 2026
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Quantum Systems Launches ‘MANDRILL’ UGV

Quantum Systems introduced the MANDRILL unmanned ground vehicle, designed for intelligence, logistics, and battlefield support missions. Featuring advanced autonomy and modular payloads, the system enhances operational flexibility while reducing...