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January 30, 2026
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

UK Reveals Baby Raptor and Raptor XL High-Speed Interceptors with Autonomy

Speed is becoming the UK’s latest answer to evolving aerial threats, with the unveiling of two new high-speed interceptors designed for “fast-paced, precise engagements.” Developed by London Defence R&D,...

January 30, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Missile & Missile Defence

US Companies Introduce Quantum Technologies into Air and Missile Defense

Three US companies are examining how quantum computing could transform future American defense capabilities. California-based D-Wave Quantum has partnered with Anduril Industries and Davidson Technologies to assess the potential...

January 30, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

US Approves $1.7B Equipment Sale to Support Spain’s F100 Frigate Upgrade

The US State Department has approved a potential $1.7 billion foreign military sale to Spain to support the mid-life modernization of the Spanish Navy’s F100 frigate fleet. The upgrade...

January 30, 2026
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R&D
Land Platforms

South Korea Starts Export of Indigenous Engine for K2 MBT

South Korea has begun exporting a domestically developed engine for its K2 Black Panther main battle tank, marking a major step away from long-standing dependence on German propulsion systems....

RTX Awards $200M LTAMDS Radar Components Contract to TTM Technologies

RTX subsidiary Raytheon has awarded TTM Technologies a multi-year agreement to supply electronic components for the US Army’s Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) radar program. The...

January 29, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

India Inducts AI-Enabled Shield AI V-BAT Drones Into Army Operations

India has selected Shield AI to supply V-BAT unmanned aerial systems to the Indian Army, along with licenses for the company’s Hivemind autonomy software, which will be integrated into...

January 29, 2026
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Japan Strengthens Undersea Warfare Capabilities With Torpedo-Launched UUV Integration

Japan has strengthened its undersea warfare capabilities with the induction of a new unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) into its maritime defense inventory. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) revealed...

Elbit Systems Secures $183M Israeli Contract for Aerial Munition Supply

Israel has signed a $183 million, multi-year agreement with Elbit Systems to supply air munitions and strengthen the country’s domestic defense manufacturing base. Issued by the Israel Ministry of...

January 29, 2026
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New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

Russia Equips New Short-Range Air Defense Systems With Automated Target-Tracking Technology

The Russian military has introduced a new short-range air defense (SHORAD) system, expanding its battlefield air defense capabilities to counter evolving airborne threats. Known as Zubr, the system integrates...

January 29, 2026
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New Product Launches
Air Platforms

General Atomics Launches Next-Generation Aircraft for Advanced Maritime Mission Profiles

General Atomics AeroTec Systems is elevating its aviation portfolio with the introduction of the Do228 NXT, a new aircraft designed for fast-evolving maritime and border security operations. Built for...