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September 10, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Army Taps Anduril for Mixed Reality Helmet

Anduril Industries has entered into a $159-million deal with the US Army to prototype its next-generation soldier interface under the Soldier Borne Mission Command program…

September 9, 2025
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Air platform

Air Force Taps New Bunker Buster Program

ARA and Boeing will develop prototypes for the NGP, designed to strike bunkers and tunnels. Lessons from the GBU-57/B’s use in Operation Midnight Hammer guide requirements.

September 9, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Puma IFV Training Gets Simulator Approval

AGSP, Rheinmetall’s Puma simulator, replicates ballistics, vehicle controls, and targeting. Integrated with soldier systems, it allows both mounted and dismounted training. The design ensures modular upgrades and portability.

September 9, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Apaches in Israel Fitted With Protection Suite

The Israeli Air Force will upgrade Apaches with BIRD’s new µDIRCM, described as the most compact and cost-effective DIRCM available. Optimized for small platforms, it ensures protection against modern...

September 9, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

$2M Army AI Prize Won by Six Teams

Six firms won the Army’s AI Grand Challenge, splitting $2M for tools that enhance military data use. Ozni AI led with its COMbINE engine. Winners advance to an accelerator...

September 9, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

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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Weapons and Munition

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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Weapons and Munition

Robotican Reveals Rolling Drone Armed for Indoors

Israeli defense firm Robotican has unveiled an upgraded version of its ROOSTER hybrid drone, enhancing it with precision-guided strike capabilities. Originally designed for reconnaissance in urban and indoor environments,...

September 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

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...

September 8, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Saab Scores Latin American Order for Giraffe 4A Radar

Saab has finalized a contract to deliver its Giraffe 4A radar system, along with support services, to an undisclosed Latin American nation. The deal is valued at around 550...