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April 11, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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IAF Eyes Meteor on Tejas Mk2 With Upgrades

The Indian Air Force is working toward integrating the Meteor missile into the HAL Tejas Mk2 as part of its long-term strategy to enhance beyond-visual-range combat capabilities. However, the...

IG Defence Unveils ‘JWALA’ Missile System

IG Defence is developing the IG JWALA short-range missile system as a fully indigenous tactical weapon designed for rapid-response operations. The system emphasizes speed, accuracy, and deployment flexibility, addressing...

US Navy Awards $55M Submarine Upgrade Deal

The United States Navy has awarded General Dynamics Mission Systems a $55-million contract to upgrade the AN/BYG-1 submarine combat control system. This system plays a critical role in undersea...

France Buys More S-100 Drones for Frigates

The French Navy has expanded its unmanned capabilities by ordering additional Camcopter S-100 systems from Schiebel. Integrated onto FREMM frigates by Naval Group, these rotary-wing drones enhance maritime ISR...

Saab Supplies Giraffe 1X Radars to Baltics

The United States Army has awarded a contract to Saab Inc. for the delivery of Giraffe 1X radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. These compact AESA radars provide 360-degree...

April 10, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Lockheed Gets $4.76B PAC-3 Missile Contract

Lockheed Martin has secured a $4.76-billion contract from the United States Army for the production of PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors. These advanced missiles feature dual-pulse rocket motors and...

April 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

MQ-9 Reaper Takes on Drone-Hunting Role

The French Air and Space Force is advancing counter-drone warfare capabilities by adapting the MQ-9 Reaper into a “hunter” platform. During a live-fire trial, the drone successfully engaged a...

April 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

USAF Expands Reach With Long-Endurance Drone

US Air Forces Central has awarded a $270-million contract to Kraus Hamdani Aerospace for the K1000ULE long-endurance drone. This solar-powered UAV offers extended flight duration, rapid deployment within 10...

India Receives Kamikaze Drones in Fast Deal

InsideFPV has successfully executed a ₹100 million defense contract by delivering a large number of loitering munition systems within an accelerated 60-day period. This procurement, conducted under India’s emergency...

April 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Red Cat, Arastelle Build Tethered ISR Drones

Red Cat Holdings has partnered with Arastelle Drone Solutions to integrate tethered drone systems into defense operations. This technology enables drones to remain airborne for extended periods by drawing...