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September 7, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Missile & Missile Defence

China Unveils JL-3 Sub-Launched Nuke Missile

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has for the first time displayed its JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), marking a turning point in China’s nuclear weapons program. Showcased...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Norway Orders 5 UK Type 26 Frigates

Norway will acquire five BAE-built Type 26 frigates under a £10B agreement with the UK. The warships, optimized for anti-submarine warfare, enhance Arctic security and ensure Glasgow shipyards maintain...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Weapons and Munition

Poland Adds GBU-39B Bombs for F-16, F-35

Warsaw has contracted the US to supply GBU-39/B bombs for both its F-35 and F-16 fleets. Valued at $120M, the deal enhances strike capabilities with extended-range, precision-guided munitions that...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Naval Platforms

South Korea Yards Unite for Global Reach

Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Heavy Industries will merge under HD KSOE to enhance competitiveness and defense shipbuilding. Launching in 2025, the unified company will pursue Arctic-specialized vessels, expand defense...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

Trio Bids for UK Army Light Vehicle

A consortium led by GM Defense, including BAE and NP Aerospace, is offering a new Light Mobility Vehicle to the UK Army. The vehicle, derived from GM’s ISV, integrates...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

Pentagon Pushes F-35 Block 4 to 2031

Block 4 upgrades for the F-35, intended to enhance weapons and sensors, face major delays and $6B in added costs, GAO found. The Pentagon has reorganized the effort into...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Naval Platforms

Sea Dagger Boosts UK Naval Autonomy

The “Sea Dagger” craft concept, revealed by Leidos, is being developed with the Royal Navy and UKCF. It is the first of its class to combine high speed, long...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Nemyx AI System Unites Drone Swarms

Auterion has launched “Nemyx,” a system allowing diverse drones to integrate into unified AI-driven swarms. Delivered as an app on AuterionOS, it provides scalable deployment and EW resistance via...

September 4, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

China Shows Strongest Laser Weapon for Navy

China showcased its LY-1 high-energy laser weapon at a national parade, signaling progress in directed-energy warfare. Mounted on an HZ141 wheeled vehicle, LY-1 is intended for shipboard defense but...

September 4, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Ukraine Debuts JET MAX UAV With 8-Strike Power

Ukrainian drone maker JET has rolled out JET MAX, a heavy bomber drone built to strike deep targets. Capable of carrying 20 kilograms of payload, it supports dual heavy...