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July 17, 2025
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Avilus Unveils Advanced UAV Trio for Rescue, Reconnaissance, and Supply Missions

German drone manufacturer Avilus has launched a new generation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) aimed at enhancing mission capabilities in surveillance, emergency medical support, and tactical operations. The innovative...

July 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Airbus and Kratos Propose Valkyrie ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone to German Military

Germany’s Airbus Defence and Space has partnered with US-based Kratos Defense and Security Solutions to deliver the XQ-58A Valkyrie unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to the German Air Force...

July 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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US and Ukraine Begin Collaborative Gunpowder Manufacturing

The Ukrainian Defense Industry Joint Stock Company (Ukroboronprom) has partnered with US-based D&M Holding Company to establish a joint gunpowder manufacturing facility in the United States. This move, announced...

July 16, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

L3Harris Wins Morocco C-130 Aircraft Upgrade Contract

L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a contract to upgrade several C-130 transport aircraft belonging to the Royal Moroccan Air Force. The modernization effort will encompass a range of enhancements,...

Denmark Orders 129 Armored Vehicles from Patria

Denmark has entered into a contract with Finnish defense company Patria for the acquisition of 129 Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) 6×6 platforms. These armored vehicles will begin arriving...

Last Independence-Class Ship Delivered to US Navy

The United States Navy has officially received its 19th and final Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), designated LCS 38 and named the future USS Pierre. Built by Austal USA,...

July 16, 2025
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Soldier Systems
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Wescom Defence Unveils New-Generation Concealment Tech

UK-based defense firm Wescom Defence is preparing to debut its latest innovation, the ATMIS Multispectral Camouflage (ATMIS MSC) suite—a next-generation concealment system tailored for use in dynamic and challenging...

Norway Procures Small-Scale Drones from Skydio

Skydio, a leading drone manufacturer based in California, has secured a contract worth 101 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $9.8 million) to supply its advanced small unmanned aerial systems (UAS)...

July 15, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Russia Begins Program to Replace Mi-8/17 Helicopters

Russia has officially initiated the development of a next-generation multirole helicopter, known as the Mi-80, which is set to replace the longstanding Mi-8/17 fleet, as reported by Russian media...

July 15, 2025
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Land Platforms
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South Korea Develops Hydrogen-Based K3 Main Battle Tank

Hyundai Rotem, a prominent South Korean defense manufacturer, has officially initiated the development of its next-generation main battle tank, known as the K3. Designed as the future successor to...