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February 26, 2026
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Battelle Wins $93M US Biodefense Deal

Battelle has secured a major STEP 2.0 contract from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency to lead a biological threat mitigation initiative valued at up to $93.3 million. The program...

February 26, 2026
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Turkey to Sell Armed Patrol Boats in SE Asia

Turkey will export two armored and weaponized multi-purpose patrol boats to a Southeast Asian nation, marking a strategic expansion of its naval defense exports. Delivered jointly by Bay Galata...

February 26, 2026
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Fassmer Wins German Navy Training Ship Deal

Germany has contracted Fassmer to construct four training vessels for the German Navy, strengthening maritime education and operational preparedness. These platforms will support survival training and seamanship instruction, enabling...

February 26, 2026
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Turkish Navy Inducts Sancar Armed USV

The Turkish Navy has commissioned the Sancar armed unmanned surface vehicle, enhancing its autonomous maritime warfare capabilities. Featuring advanced autonomy, modular payload integration, and network-centric operations, Sancar supports surveillance,...

February 26, 2026
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Germany Procures ELCAN Specter DR Sights

Germany’s procurement of customized Specter DR weapon sights supports its soldier modernization program by enhancing close-quarters and mid-range targeting capability. The initiative aligns with a broader European trend toward...

February 25, 2026
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Sweden Selects Spain’s Freire for Naval Ships

Spain’s Freire Shipyard has secured a contract to build four naval support vessels for Sweden, enhancing maritime logistics in extreme environments. The vessels are optimized for icy waters and...

February 25, 2026
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BAE Delivers 100,000th APKWS Kit

BAE Systems reached a major milestone with the delivery of its 100,000th Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System unit. The laser-guided kit transforms unguided rockets into precision munitions, offering cost-effective...

February 25, 2026
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BAE Targets Scalable Counter-Drone Systems

BAE Systems is also exploring partnerships focused on low-cost, mass-producible counter-drone interceptors. By collaborating with technology startups, the company aims to accelerate development of affordable missile solutions that can...

February 24, 2026
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GE, Kratos Power USAF Expendable Wingman

The US Air Force awarded GE Aerospace and Kratos a contract to design an affordable, high-performance engine for unmanned combat aircraft. The GEK1500 will support scalable production while improving...

US Navy Clears StormBreaker for F/A-18

The US Navy has approved the StormBreaker smart weapon for operational use on F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft. The all-weather, network-enabled munition can strike moving and fixed targets using advanced...