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September 18, 2025
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US Okays 816 GBU-39B Guided Bomb Sale to Norway

The US State Department has cleared a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Norway involving 816 GBU-39B Small Diameter Bomb Increment I munitions, in a deal valued at approximately...

September 18, 2025
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US Approves $162M MK 54 Torpedo Deal to Norway

The US State Department has authorized a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Norway, covering up to 50 MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedo systems in a deal estimated...

September 17, 2025
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UK Plans Upgrade to L111A1 Heavy Machine Gun Power

The UK Ministry of Defense has launched a major program to enhance the firepower of its L111A1 heavy machine gun, awarding a £20 million ($27.3 million) contract to FN...

September 16, 2025
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Rafael Unveils Largest Iron Beam Laser Defense System

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has officially introduced the Iron Beam 450 at the DSEI 2025 exhibition, showcasing its most powerful laser-based air defense platform to date. The unveiling highlights...

September 15, 2025
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PGZ, BAE to Open Polish Site for 155mm Shell Output

Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) has announced a strategic collaboration with BAE Systems to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Poland. The agreement underscores Warsaw’s ambition to...

September 12, 2025
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Hanwha, Poland Deepen Ties on Missiles and Ammo

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has strengthened its role in Poland’s defense modernization program by signing two new agreements with local defense organizations. The latest deals focus on certifying ammunition...

September 11, 2025
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FN Displays Ultralight EVOLYS in UK

FN Herstal’s EVOLYS ultralight machine gun brings a lightweight design to squad-level firepower. Offered in 5.56mm and 7.62mm NATO, the system weighs less than 6.3 kilograms in both variants....

September 9, 2025
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SMASH System Now on HMGs, Remote Platforms

At Project VANAHEIM, Smartshooter mounted its SMASH 3000 optics on heavy machine guns and integrated the SMASH HOPPER with a recon vehicle. Connected to ATAK, it boosted targeting efficiency,...

September 8, 2025
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TKMS Partners With India to Build Naval Technologies

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has signed new agreements with Indian defense firms to jointly develop and produce advanced naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems. The move underscores TKMS’ growing...

September 8, 2025
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US Naval Base to Host Armored Vehicle Service Center

The U.S. Navy has awarded Absher Construction Company a $22.8 million contract to construct an Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) support facility at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in Washington State. The...