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Pentagon Command Centers to See Rapid AI Rollout Under $10 Million Deal

In a push to rapidly deploy generative AI across military operations, the Pentagon has awarded Ask Sage a $10 million contract to advance large language model (LLM) integration throughout...

Saab to Supply Denmark With Advanced Combat Training Systems

Saab has secured a 680-million Swedish kronor ($63 million) contract to deliver a state-of-the-art Combat Training Centre to Denmark. The deliveries, set to run through 2027, will include soldier...

July 1, 2025
G.Krish
Cybersecurity
Procurement & Contracts

Lobster Robotics Chosen by Dutch MoD for Advanced Seabed Drone Project

Lobster Robotics and the Dutch Ministry of Defence are collaborating to adapt the Scout underwater drone for military missions. Though originally built for the commercial sector, the Scout’s ability...

Israel Cleared to Purchase $510 Million Worth of Bomb Guidance Kits from US

On Monday, the US confirmed the approval of a $510 million weapons sale to Israel, including bomb guidance kits and logistical support, as Israel seeks to replenish its stockpile...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Cybersecurity
Procurement & Contracts

US Navy Awards M-tron $5.5 Million Deal for RF Components in Weapon System

M-tron Industries has been awarded a $5.5 million production contract to supply advanced radio frequency (RF) components for a critical US Navy weapon system. The order includes durable crystal...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Italian Navy Commissions Fincantieri to Build New Combat Vessels

Fincantieri has been awarded a contract to build two more Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) multipurpose combat ships for the Italian Navy, replacing vessels initially planned for Indonesia. The contract...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition
R&D

US Army Teams Up With BAE to Advance 52-Caliber M109 Paladin Howitzer

BAE Systems has signed a development agreement with the US Army to fast-track the 52-caliber M109 self-propelled howitzer prototype. The collaboration, formalized under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement...

Maiden Flight Successfully Conducted by South Korea’s Indigenous Minesweeping Helicopter

South Korea has completed the first flight of its locally developed mine countermeasures helicopter in South Gyeongsang Province. This milestone is part of a 347.7-billion-won ($256.6 million) project initiated...

US Army Bases to Receive Enhanced Protection Under General Dynamics Initiative

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has been awarded a $580 million task order to maintain the security infrastructure and ensure constant readiness across US Army bases. Under this agreement,...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Boxer Fleet With 30mm Remote Turrets Set for Deployment by German Medium Forces

Germany has outlined plans to acquire Boxer armored fighting vehicles to equip its newly established Medium Forces with essential combat capabilities. The order will feature Boxer variants fitted with...