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Rafael and Elbit Join Forces to Equip NATO Frigates With EW Defense Systems

Israeli defense companies Rafael and Elbit Systems have joined forces to supply a comprehensive electronic warfare (EW) self-defense system for frigates operated by European NATO members. The solution merges...

March 18, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Exail Collaborates With UAE to Design Future Mine Countermeasure Systems

French company Exail is set to co-develop advanced autonomous Mine Countermeasure (MCM) technologies in the UAE through a partnership with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) and the Technology Innovation...

March 7, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Leonardo and Baykar Team Up to Address Rising European Demand for Drones

Italian defense company Leonardo and Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar have signed a deal to jointly develop and produce unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The collaboration includes the creation of a...

March 6, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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Altechna Joins EU Initiative to Create First Indigenous 100kW Laser Weapon

Lithuanian company Altechna will participate in the EU-funded TALOS-TWO project to develop a 100-kilowatt laser weapon system—the first of its kind fully developed within Europe. With a €25 million...

Lockheed Martin, Nokia, Verizon Collaborate to Bring 5G to Military Communication Networks

Lockheed Martin, in collaboration with Nokia and Verizon, has successfully tested a military-grade 5G communication setup using Lockheed’s 5G.MIL Hybrid Base Station. This integrated platform bridges tactical communications with...

March 4, 2025
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Land Platforms
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US Air Force, Parsons to Add Bomb-Neutralizing Laser to JLTV Fleet

The US Air Force is working with Parsons Corporation to install a laser-based bomb neutralization system on its Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs). This initiative is part of enhancing...

February 28, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
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Xona and US Air Force Collaborate to Develop Satellite Navigation System Beyond Traditional GPS

The US military is evaluating non-GPS-based navigation solutions, with Xona’s commercial technology emerging as a leading candidate. Xona has secured a $4.6 million contract from the Air Force Research...

Rafael and Larsen & Toubro Partner to Manufacture Trophy Defense System in India

Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and India’s Larsen & Toubro have entered a strategic partnership to produce the Trophy Active Protection System for Indian military platforms. The system will...

February 11, 2025
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Land Platforms
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France Commissions KNDS and Safran to Develop Next-Gen Robotic Combat Platform

The French defense procurement agency (DGA) has signed a long-term agreement with KNDS France and Safran Electronics & Defense to research and develop future robotic land warfare capabilities. Known...

January 22, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Israeli Companies to Integrate Cutting-Edge Robotic Arms on Supply Drones

Israeli defense companies SMARTSHOOTER and HevenDrones have formed a strategic alliance to integrate advanced robotic weaponry into logistics drones. The collaboration involves mounting the SMASH Dragon weapon system onto...