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February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Germany Grants Rheinmetall Biggest-Ever Soldier System Deal

Germany’s defense procurement agency has awarded Rheinmetall a follow-on framework contract valued at up to 3.1 billion euros ($3.2 billion) for the supply of cutting-edge soldier-systems. The deal includes...

Airbus Wraps Up NH90 Caïman Deliveries to France

Airbus has delivered the last NH90 Caïman Tactical Transport Helicopter to France, concluding a fleet expansion program that began in 2011. The 63 helicopters were delivered in a bespoke...

February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Latvia Acquires Patria 6×6 Vehicles for Ukraine

The Latvian government has confirmed the purchase of Patria 6×6 armored personnel carriers to support Ukraine’s armed forces. While the exact number of units remains undisclosed, deliveries are scheduled...

Germany’s First P-8A Poseidon Rolled Out by Boeing

At its Seattle facility, Boeing has rolled out Germany’s first P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, part of an eight-unit order. Delivery is slated for August 2025, stemming from Germany’s...

February 10, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

France to Add 530 Serval Armored Vehicles to Army Fleet

France has acquired 530 Serval 4×4 Lightweight Multirole Armored Vehicles under the Synergy of Contact Reinforced by Versatility and Infovalorisation (SCORPION) program, as announced by Armed Forces Minister Sébastien...

February 10, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems
R&D

Australia Set to Receive Third MQ-4C Triton Drone

The third of four MQ-4C Triton drones ordered by Australia has completed its testing phase at Northrop Grumman’s California facility, moving the program closer to delivery. The aircraft will...

February 7, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Rheinmetall Delivers Skyranger 30 Test Model to Germany

The Bundeswehr has received its first Boxer Skyranger 30 air defense vehicle from Rheinmetall, intended as a verification model for upcoming training and evaluation. This delivery follows a 2023...

U.S. Clears $304M Radar Deal with Egypt

Egypt has received approval from the U.S. State Department for the purchase of AN/TPS-78 long-range radar systems in a deal valued at $304 million. The request includes an unspecified...

February 7, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Army Buys Squad Vehicles from GM Defense

The US Army has contracted GM Defense for $44.8 million to supply its Infantry Squad Vehicles (ISVs). This firm-fixed-price agreement specifies no exact number of units, with locations for...

February 7, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Russian Army Takes Delivery of New BMP-3 Vehicles from Rostec

The initial shipment of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles for this year has been completed by Rostec and transferred to the Russian Armed Forces. This follows a thorough demonstration and...