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December 5, 2024
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Air Platforms

HAL Seeks Collaboration to Develop Advanced EW System for Light Combat Helicopters

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a key player in India’s aerospace and defense sector, has initiated efforts to improve the survivability and combat performance of its Light Combat Helicopters (LCH)....

December 5, 2024
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Kongsberg Offers Naval Strike Missile Integration for Indian MH-60R Helicopters

To enhance India’s maritime strike capabilities, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has proposed fitting the Indian Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk helicopters with its advanced Naval Strike Missile (NSM). The Navy currently...

December 5, 2024
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India and Nigeria Deepen Strategic Defense Ties

During a significant diplomatic visit by the Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria, both countries deepened cooperation in defense, economic growth, and food security through the signing of several key...

December 5, 2024
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Communication and Electronics

Raytheon Secures $590 Million Contract to Manufacture Next-Generation Mid-Band Jamming System

Raytheon, a business unit of RTX (NYSE: RTX), has received a $590 million follow-on production deal from the U.S. Navy for its Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band (NGJ-MB) system. This...

December 4, 2024
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Land Platforms

Czech Republic Expands Tank Fleet With 14 More Leopard 2 A4s from Rheinmetall

Rheinmetall Landsysteme will deliver an additional 14 Leopard 2 A4 main battle tanks (MBTs) to the Czech Republic by 2026, under a new contract announced by the Czech Ministry...

December 4, 2024
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Embraer and Brazilian Air Force to Co-Create Armed Surveillance Version of C-390 Aircraft

On December 3, 2024, Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer entered a partnership with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to explore enhancements to its C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. Signed during...

December 3, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Helsing Debuts HX-2 Karma Smart Loitering Weapon System

On December 2, 2024, defense tech firm Helsing officially introduced its HX-2 Karma, an advanced loitering munition powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Prior speculation about this system linked it...

December 3, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Japanese Navy Selects SeaGuardian Drone Following Extensive Testing

On December 3, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) confirmed that Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the MQ-9B SeaGuardian for its Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle...

November 29, 2024
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Saab pitches Gripen-E for India’s MRFA deal, offers support for AMCA fighter jet production.

Saab has presented its Gripen-E fighter jet as a candidate for India’s MRFA competition, paired with an offer to manufacture the aircraft in India. Additionally, Saab proposes contributing to...

November 29, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

India’s FRCV project paves the way for development of AI-driven main battle tanks.

India’s Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) initiative seeks to replace its T-72 tank fleet with a new generation of combat vehicles. The program explores not only advanced main battle...