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December 29, 2025
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Netherlands Expands CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicle Fleet

The Dutch Ministry of Defence has announced plans to procure additional CV90 infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) as part of a broader effort to strengthen the Royal Netherlands Army’s mechanized...

December 29, 2025
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Croatia Joins Tatra Military Truck Procurement Program

Croatia has joined a multinational defense procurement initiative by signing a framework contract with Czech vehicle manufacturer Tatra for the acquisition of T-815 military trucks. The agreement enables the...

December 28, 2025
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UK, Germany Sign Deal to Test RCH 155 Howitzer

The United Kingdom and Germany have signed a £52 million joint contract to acquire and test the RCH 155 wheeled self-propelled artillery system under a new Early Capability Demonstrator...

December 26, 2025
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Japan Launches Final Mogami-Class Frigate

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has launched the 12th and final Mogami-class frigate for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), marking a major milestone in Japan’s modern surface combatant program....

December 23, 2025
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New Ratel IFV Reflects Poland’s Shift to Heavier Armor

Poland is advancing development of a new heavy infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) known as Ratel, highlighting a growing emphasis on battlefield survivability and protection. Designed to operate in high-threat...

December 23, 2025
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Greece Takes Delivery of First FDI Frigate From Naval Group

Greece has officially taken delivery of its first FDI (Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention) frigate, the HS Kimon (F601), from French shipbuilder Naval Group, marking a major milestone in...

December 22, 2025
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Babcock Launches Jackal 3 Extenda for British Army

Babcock has unveiled the first vehicles from the second production tranche of Jackal 3 Extenda (E) High Mobility Transporters for the British Army, with manufacturing taking place in Plymouth,...

December 20, 2025
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Germany Launches Puma IFV Upgrade Plan for 200 Vehicles

Rheinmetall has confirmed that the German Army (Bundeswehr) has approved a major expansion of its Puma Infantry Fighting Vehicle fleet, following the signing of a contract amendment under the...

December 20, 2025
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Luxembourg Orders Jaguar and Griffon Vehicles for Recon Unit

Luxembourg and Belgium have finalized a landmark joint defense procurement agreement to acquire a fleet of French-built armored vehicles for a new binational reconnaissance unit, reinforcing NATO interoperability and...

December 19, 2025
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Finnish Firms to Build Military Vehicles at Luxury Car Plant

Finnish defense manufacturers Sisu Auto and Valmet Automotive have entered into a teaming agreement to expand military vehicle production at Valmet’s Uusikaupunki facility, supporting Finland’s broader efforts to scale...