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April 30, 2026
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Leidos secures $456M support deal

Leidos has secured a $456 million, four-year contract to continue operating Military OneSource for the US Department of Defense. The platform serves more than 4.7 million users, providing 24/7...

April 29, 2026
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Vuzix wins military display development deal

Vuzix has secured a new development contract to advance its waveguide-based head-mounted display system for military applications. The project focuses on refining engineering and design to achieve production readiness,...

April 28, 2026
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Rheinmetall wins $1.2B soldier kit contract

Germany has awarded Rheinmetall a €1.04 billion contract to expand its Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System (IdZ-ES). The program includes 237 platoon systems and upgrades for...

April 23, 2026
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US Army launches new combat role field testing program

The United States Army has introduced the Combat Field Test (CFT), a functional fitness assessment reflecting real combat conditions. The test includes seven continuous events such as running, lifting,...

April 14, 2026
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US Army Awards $465M Night Vision Deal

The US Army’s decision to award a contract worth up to $465 million to L3Harris Technologies marks a significant milestone in the modernization of battlefield visibility systems. The program,...

April 1, 2026
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IDF Receives Thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR Rifles

Israel Weapon Industries has supplied thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR rifles to the Israeli military. Known for its compact bullpup design, the weapon is optimized for close-quarters and urban combat....

March 25, 2026
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Germany Receives Steyr GL-40 Grenade Launchers

Germany has started receiving GL-40 grenade launchers from Steyr Arms as part of an expanded procurement contract. The lightweight 40mm launcher supports both standalone and rifle-mounted use, offering modular...

March 25, 2026
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LIG Nex1, Palantir Expand UAE Defense Ties

LIG Nex1 and Palantir have partnered to develop integrated air defense and unmanned systems for the UAE. Combining hardware expertise with advanced data analytics, the collaboration aims to strengthen...

March 24, 2026
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Zen Tech Expands Arsenal With AI, Acquisitions

Zen Technologies is expanding its defense capabilities beyond simulators by incorporating AI, robotics, and advanced weapon systems. Through strategic acquisitions and innovation, the company aims to build a comprehensive...

March 23, 2026
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US Army Picks Elbit HUDs for Black Hawk, Chinook

The US Army has awarded Elbit Systems America a contract to supply advanced heads-up display systems for its helicopter fleets. These HUDs project essential flight and mission data directly...