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January 21, 2025
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Japan Commissions Kawasaki to Manufacture 17 Chinook Helicopters

Japan has signed a contract with Kawasaki Heavy Industries to manufacture 17 CH-47 Chinook helicopters for the Self-Defense Forces. The order includes five CH-47J standard models for 71.4 billion...

BAE Secures $85 Million US Navy Deal for Tactical Data Link Systems

BAE Systems has landed an $85 million contract to supply more Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems to the US Navy. These systems will allow for real-time sharing...

January 20, 2025
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India Procures Medium-Range Naval Air Defense Missile Systems

India has signed a deal with Bharat Dynamics Limited to supply the Indian Navy with more than 70 Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAMs). Valued at 29.6 billion rupees (approximately $340...

January 17, 2025
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Italy Selects German-Made Skynex System for Short-Range Air Defense

Italy has chosen the German-made Skynex air defense system to bolster its aerial defense infrastructure. Rheinmetall, the system’s producer, confirmed a €73 million ($75 million) contract for a complete...

January 17, 2025
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Peru Commissions Pair of Pativilca-Class Patrol Vessels into Naval Fleet

The Peruvian Navy has officially launched two Pativilca-class offshore patrol vessels—BAP Río Huarmey (PM 210) and BAP Río Nepeña (PM 211)—as part of its initiative to expand maritime security...

January 17, 2025
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Solar Group Trials India’s Inaugural Anti-Drone Swarm Defense Technology

India’s Solar Group has conducted successful trials of its kinetic counter-drone swarm technology, developed for the Indian Army. The tests demonstrated the Bhargavastra micro-missile system engaging simulated targets at...

January 16, 2025
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Uruguay Acquires Fleet of Five A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft From Embraer

The Uruguayan Air Force has purchased five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. The agreement includes mission-specific equipment, a flight simulator, and integrated logistics support. Embraer...

January 15, 2025
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Report: Iran’s Navy Set to Acquire Indigenous Zagros-Class Destroyer

According to Iranian state media, the country’s locally developed Zagros destroyer is expected to soon become operational in the Iranian Navy. The new warship is reportedly Iran’s most sophisticated...

January 15, 2025
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Textron Introduces ‘Tsunami’ Uncrewed Naval Vessels for US and Partner Nations

Textron Systems has launched its new “Tsunami” line of unmanned surface boats tailored for maritime operations involving the US military and allied forces. These drones can function in sea...

January 14, 2025
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Saab Showcases Sweden’s Latest Drone Swarm Innovation

Sweden has revealed a new advanced drone swarm system developed by Saab, enabling coordination among drones of different sizes to perform joint operations. This innovative technology, which will debut...