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June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Naval Innovation: Hyundai Teams With Portuguese Navy

South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and the Portuguese Navy have signed an agreement to jointly explore the development of small next-generation submarines. The agreement, which was signed during...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkey Commissions Its Third Modern Reis Sub

The Turkish Ministry of Defence has launched the TCG Murat Reis (S-332), the third of six planned Reis-class submarines. The ceremony took place at Gölcük Naval Shipyard and coincided...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Mitsubishi Hands Over New Stealth Frigate to Japan

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has transferred the JS Niyodo (FFM-7), a new stealth frigate, to the Japanese Navy during a commissioning event at its Nagasaki facility. The ship is now...

June 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Patria Expands Manufacturing With Latvia Project

In a strategic partnership, Patria and GDELS-Santa Barbara Sistemas will jointly build and maintain ASCOD infantry fighting vehicles at Patria’s Latvian facility in Valmiera. The collaboration aligns with Patria’s...

June 2, 2025
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Air Platforms

Denmark Introduces Modern Simulation for Pilot Training

Denmark has invested in “threat emitter” simulators to prepare its F-35A pilots for real-world battlefield conditions. These systems simulate hostile radar threats visible on the jet’s radar systems, providing...

May 30, 2025
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Cybersecurity

UK Allocates $1.3 Billion to New Cyber Warfare Unit and AI-Based Targeting System

The United Kingdom is committing over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) to establish a new Cyber and Electromagnetic Command aimed at enhancing its offensive cyber capabilities and building an AI-driven...

May 30, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Israel Deploys Laser Weapon in Combat for the First Time

For the first time, Israel has used a high-powered laser weapon in live combat to intercept a kamikaze drone launched by Hezbollah from Lebanon. Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense...

May 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

General Atomics to Create Next-Gen GHOST ISR and Strike Drones for U.S.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has landed a $99.3 million contract to build next-generation drones tailored for U.S. intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. Although detailed specifications are...

May 29, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Japan Considering Purchase of Kawasaki K-Racer Drone for Military Transport

Japan is exploring the acquisition of Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ K-RACER drone to boost its military logistics. The interest follows a successful 2024 demo showcasing the drone’s autonomous cargo loading...

May 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Babcock Launches First Type 31 Frigate for Royal Navy in Scotland

Babcock has officially unveiled HMS Venturer (F12), the Royal Navy’s first Type 31 frigate, at its shipyard in Rosyth, Scotland. The event marks the completion of the ship’s three-year...