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January 21, 2025
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Air Platforms

French Military Takes Delivery of Two H225M Caracal Transport Helicopters

France’s defense procurement agency has delivered the first two of eight H225M Caracal helicopters to the French Air and Space Force. Ordered from Airbus Helicopters in April 2021, these...

January 21, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

US Army Procures Switchblade Loitering Munitions for Infantry Troops

AeroVironment has secured a $55.3 million order to supply Switchblade loitering munitions to the US Army under its Lethal Unmanned Systems (LUS) initiative. This marks the second purchase under...

January 21, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

South Korea Greenlights Development of Advanced Long-Range SAM System

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration has authorized the development of an advanced version of its Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (L-SAM) system. Backed by a 567.7 billion won ($388 million)...

January 21, 2025
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Land Platforms

Poland Receives Initial Delivery of M1A2 Abrams Tanks From the United States

Poland has accepted its initial shipment of M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks from the US under a 2022 foreign military sale agreement. The delivery of 28 tanks, equipped with...

January 20, 2025
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Naval Platforms

India Procures Medium-Range Naval Air Defense Missile Systems

India has signed a deal with Bharat Dynamics Limited to supply the Indian Navy with more than 70 Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAMs). Valued at 29.6 billion rupees (approximately $340...

January 20, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

BAE Secures $85 Million US Navy Deal for Tactical Data Link Systems

BAE Systems has landed an $85 million contract to supply more Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems to the US Navy. These systems will allow for real-time sharing...

January 17, 2025
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Land Platforms

Solar Group Trials India’s Inaugural Anti-Drone Swarm Defense Technology

India’s Solar Group has conducted successful trials of its kinetic counter-drone swarm technology, developed for the Indian Army. The tests demonstrated the Bhargavastra micro-missile system engaging simulated targets at...

January 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Peru Commissions Pair of Pativilca-Class Patrol Vessels into Naval Fleet

The Peruvian Navy has officially launched two Pativilca-class offshore patrol vessels—BAP Río Huarmey (PM 210) and BAP Río Nepeña (PM 211)—as part of its initiative to expand maritime security...

January 17, 2025
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Land Platforms

Italy Selects German-Made Skynex System for Short-Range Air Defense

Italy has chosen the German-made Skynex air defense system to bolster its aerial defense infrastructure. Rheinmetall, the system’s producer, confirmed a €73 million ($75 million) contract for a complete...

January 16, 2025
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Air Platforms

Uruguay Acquires Fleet of Five A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft From Embraer

The Uruguayan Air Force has purchased five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. The agreement includes mission-specific equipment, a flight simulator, and integrated logistics support. Embraer...