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June 3, 2025
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Soldier Systems

New Cognitive Health Initiative Targets Warfighter Readiness

The US military is taking proactive steps to monitor the mental sharpness of its personnel through a new initiative called the Cognitive Monitoring Program. This program is structured to...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

River-Class Destroyers to Get Rolls-Royce Engines

In support of Canada’s naval expansion, Rolls-Royce has agreed to deliver propulsion systems for the initial batch of River-class destroyers. These advanced systems are intended to boost both speed...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Greece’s Kimon-Class Fleet Grows With Third Vessel

Naval Group has launched the HS Formion (F-603), the third vessel in Greece’s Kimon-class frigate program, during a ceremony held at the French port of Lorient. This event marked...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Yantar USC Launches New Amphibious Vessel for Russia

The Russian Navy has expanded its fleet of amphibious warfare ships with the launch of the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, a third Ivan Gren-class vessel produced by Yantar USC. The...

June 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

BAE-Iveco Collaboration Offers Armored Vehicle to Italy

A new partnership has emerged between BAE Systems Hägglunds and Iveco Defence Vehicles, focusing on introducing the BvS10 all-terrain armored vehicle to the Italian Armed Forces. The companies signed...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

L-39 Skyfox Handed Over to Hungary’s Military

Hungary has received the first three out of twelve L-39 Skyfox trainers from Aero Vodochody, delivered to Kecskemét Air Base in Bács-Kiskun County. The acquisition aligns with Hungary’s plan...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

NH90 Helicopters Bolster Spanish Naval Air Wing

In a key milestone for Spain’s defense modernization, Airbus Helicopters has delivered two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters to the Spanish Navy. These are the first units delivered out of...

June 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US Army Chooses Israeli Firm for Weapon Enhancements

In support of its battlefield modernization efforts, the US Army has signed a $13-million deal with SMARTSHOOTER for the delivery of SMASH 2000L smart fire control systems. These AI-powered...

June 2, 2025
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Poland Boosts Military With Large Order of Armor-Piercing Rounds

Poland has awarded a 150-million złoty contract to Mesko to deliver thousands of next-generation 120mm APFSDS-T tank munitions. These rounds are built for heavy armor penetration, weighing 7.3 kg...

June 2, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Military Adopts LX9 Liner System for Combat Helmets

The Gentex LX9™ Liner System, now available from Gentex Corporation, offers a major comfort upgrade for ground troops wearing helmets like the ACH, ECH, or NG-IHPS. It includes a...