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February 24, 2026
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Cybersecurity
R&D

Leonardo Apprentices Join UK Cyber Exercise

Leonardo successfully completed its first international deployment at the Defence Cyber Marvel, a multinational cybersecurity exercise. A team of apprentices and military specialists defended complex digital networks against simulated...

Anduril Wins $43M to Expand Rocket Motor Output

The US Department of Defense awarded Anduril additional funding to expand solid rocket motor production. The investment aims to address supply chain bottlenecks, increase missile manufacturing capacity, and strengthen...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Russia Fits Molniya Drones With Shahed Modems

Russia has begun integrating mesh communication modems into its drones, enabling networked operations and improved data sharing. Additionally, Shahed drones are being adapted to carry FPV drones, increasing strike...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

General Atomics Names YFQ-42A ‘Dark Merlin’

General Atomics named its CCA drone “Dark Merlin,” reflecting speed and agility. Designed as a loyal wingman, the aircraft will operate alongside fighter jets, providing combat support through autonomous...

February 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

GE, Kratos Power USAF Expendable Wingman

The US Air Force awarded GE Aerospace and Kratos a contract to design an affordable, high-performance engine for unmanned combat aircraft. The GEK1500 will support scalable production while improving...

February 24, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Kongsberg to Modernize Skjold Fast-Attack Fleet

Norway has awarded Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace a contract worth approximately 400 million Norwegian krone to upgrade the combat management systems of the Royal Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class fast attack...

Rolls-Royce Wins $73.5M Merkava Engine Deal

Rolls-Royce Solutions America has secured a $73.5-million contract to deliver power-pack kits to support Israel’s Merkava main battle tank fleet. The agreement, funded through foreign military sales, focuses on...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

General Atomics Arms MQ-9B for Naval Strike

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is upgrading its MQ-9B drone platform to carry long-range strike weapons, allowing missions to be conducted from significantly greater stand-off distances. The integration of advanced...

February 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Taiwan Plans Purchase of 9 More SAM Systems

Taiwan plans to procure additional NASAMS air defense systems to reinforce its national air defense architecture. The new deployments will strengthen protection around key military installations, radar sites, and...

February 24, 2026
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

Rheinmetall Debuts Lighter Helmet, Armor

Rheinmetall has introduced a new generation combat helmet and modular body armor system designed to enhance troop protection while reducing physical burden. The equipment features lightweight composite materials, improved...