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February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Austal Secures $2.82B Army Landing Craft Deal

Australia has awarded Austal Defence a major contract to construct eight Landing Craft Heavy vessels, supporting amphibious operations and disaster relief missions. The ships will transport troops, armored vehicles,...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Fincantieri Launches Italy’s New OPV

Fincantieri has launched the first vessel of Italy’s next-generation offshore patrol program, the Ugolino Vivaldi. Built for surveillance, maritime security, and environmental monitoring, the ship supports multiple missions across...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Sea Machines Unveils Smart Attack USV

Sea Machines has introduced the STEAMRACER unmanned surface vessel for the US Navy’s MASC program. Designed for autonomous operations, it features modular payload capacity, AI-powered navigation, and an advanced...

February 23, 2026
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Soldier Systems

US Upgrades Romania’s Training With Data Tech

Romania is enhancing its military training evaluation through Cubic Defense’s CATS Metrix system, which digitally monitors soldiers and units during live exercises. Instead of relying on visual judgment alone,...

February 22, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Israel Pitches Golden Horizon Missile to India

Israel has reportedly offered India the Golden Horizon air-launched ballistic missile, capable of striking hardened strategic targets at ranges potentially exceeding 1,500 km. Designed for deep-penetration missions, the missile...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

French Engine Proposal Promises Fast Delivery, IP

India’s future jet engine program increasingly favors a French partner offering full intellectual property transfer and co-development. The proposal enables domestic manufacturing, deep technology access, and national-level oversight, ensuring...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

Embraer Seeks 200 India Orders for Assembly Line

Embraer is seeking firm orders for over 200 aircraft before establishing a final assembly line in India. Alternatively, it proposes a completion center for interior finishing and painting. The...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

Rafale 114 Deal Mirrors Su-30MKI With Modern Edge

India’s proposed acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters mirrors the successful Su-30MKI domestic production model. By emphasizing technology transfer, local manufacturing, and supply chain autonomy, the deal seeks to ensure...

February 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Europe’s Military Leaders Launch Low-Cost Air Shield

Five major European military powers — Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and Poland — have launched a joint initiative to rapidly develop affordable drone systems. The LEAP program focuses on...

February 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Indra, ELT Partner on Multi-Domain Tech

Indra Group and ELT Group formed a strategic alliance to develop multi-domain defense technologies, focusing on radar, electronic warfare, cyber defense, and spectrum control.