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July 17, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Avilus Unveils Next-Gen UAV Lineup for Reconnaissance, Rescue, and Resupply Missions

German UAV manufacturer Avilus has introduced a new series of unmanned aerial systems designed to enhance long-range surveillance, medical logistics, and tactical support operations. Leading the lineup is the...

Pentagon Awards Contract for Construction of Guam Defense Command Center

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $295 million contract to Guam-based Core Tech-HDCC-Kajima LLC to construct a command center for the island’s air and missile defense system....

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

US Navy Takes Delivery of Final Independence-Class Littoral Combat Ship

The U.S. Navy has officially received its 19th and final Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS 38), the future USS Pierre, from Austal USA. Launched in August 2024, the vessel...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Norwegian Armed Forces Deploy Small Drones from Skydio

Skydio has secured a contract to supply its advanced small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to the Norwegian Armed Forces. Valued at 101 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $9.8 million), the...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

Morocco Awards C-130 Upgrade Contract to L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a contract to modernize several C-130 aircraft for the Royal Moroccan Air Force. The comprehensive upgrade includes avionics enhancements, depot-level maintenance, engine overhauls, and...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Soldier Systems

Wescom Defence UK Set to Unveil Advanced Concealment System

UK-based Wescom Defence will unveil its ATMIS Multispectral Camouflage (ATMIS MSC) suite at DSEI 2025 in London. This next-generation concealment system is engineered to enhance operational effectiveness in complex...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Denmark Purchases 129 Common Armored Vehicles from Patria

Denmark has signed a contract with Finnish defense company Patria for the delivery of 129 Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) 6×6 platforms. Deliveries are set to begin this year,...

Czechia to Supply New Pistols to German Soldiers

Czech defense manufacturer Česká zbrojovka Uherský Brod (CZUB) has been selected by Germany to deliver replacement service pistols for the nation’s armed forces. The contract centers on the P13...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Rolls-Royce Chosen by US Navy to Power LCAC 100 Hovercraft Fleet

The US Navy has contracted Rolls-Royce for $54.7 million to manufacture engines supporting the Landing Craft Air Cushion 100-class fleet. Under this agreement, the British engineering firm will supply...

US Navy Awards Raytheon Its Largest Order for RAM Launching Systems

RTX-owned Raytheon has secured a $74 million U.S. Navy contract for the production and upgrade of Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) Guided Missile Launching Systems—marking the largest order for the...