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July 18, 2025
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Air Platforms

Britain debuts futuristic fighter demo with stealth and smart tech

The UK has unveiled a next-generation combat air demonstrator, a technological prototype intended to pave the way for future stealth fighter development. This aircraft concept is engineered to explore...

July 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US and Ukraine Begin Collaborative Gunpowder Manufacturing

The Ukrainian Defense Industry Joint Stock Company (Ukroboronprom) has partnered with US-based D&M Holding Company to establish a joint gunpowder manufacturing facility in the United States. This move, announced...

July 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Airbus and Kratos Propose Valkyrie ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone to German Military

Germany’s Airbus Defence and Space has partnered with US-based Kratos Defense and Security Solutions to deliver the XQ-58A Valkyrie unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to the German Air Force...

July 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Avilus Unveils Advanced UAV Trio for Rescue, Reconnaissance, and Supply Missions

German drone manufacturer Avilus has launched a new generation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) aimed at enhancing mission capabilities in surveillance, emergency medical support, and tactical operations. The innovative...

July 17, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

LIG Nex1 Introduces Modular Missiles Designed for Smart Swarm Tactics

South Korean defense firm LIG Nex1 has introduced two new modular missile systems engineered to enhance operational flexibility and combat effectiveness across a range of mission profiles. The advanced...

July 17, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

U.S. Pentagon Awards Contract for Guam Defense System Command Hub

The US Department of Defense has signed a $295-million contract with Core Tech-HDCC-Kajima LLC, a Guam-based joint venture, to construct a state-of-the-art air and missile defense system command center....

July 17, 2025
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Air Platforms

Nagoya Fire Department in Japan Procures Airbus H160 Helicopter

The Nagoya City Fire Bureau in Japan has placed an order for the Airbus H160 helicopter to strengthen its capabilities in aerial firefighting, search and rescue, and disaster response....

July 16, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Norway Procures Small-Scale Drones from Skydio

Skydio, a leading drone manufacturer based in California, has secured a contract worth 101 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $9.8 million) to supply its advanced small unmanned aerial systems (UAS)...

July 16, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Wescom Defence Unveils New-Generation Concealment Tech

UK-based defense firm Wescom Defence is preparing to debut its latest innovation, the ATMIS Multispectral Camouflage (ATMIS MSC) suite—a next-generation concealment system tailored for use in dynamic and challenging...

July 16, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Last Independence-Class Ship Delivered to US Navy

The United States Navy has officially received its 19th and final Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), designated LCS 38 and named the future USS Pierre. Built by Austal USA,...