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February 11, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Weapons and Munition

Hanwha and Estonian Firm Collaborate on Anti-Drone Technologies

Hanwha Aerospace of South Korea has entered into a partnership with Estonia’s Frankenburg Technologies to co-develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) for future land combat platforms, according to Yonhap News...

February 11, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

Sweden Rolls Out Service Life Upgrade Program for CV90 Fleet

Sweden has entered into a pre-design agreement with HB Utveckling AB — a joint venture between BAE Systems Hägglunds and Bofors — to initiate a comprehensive life-extension program for...

February 11, 2026
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R&D
Naval Platforms

Thales Collaboration Boosts Naval Group’s AI-Driven Combat Systems

Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly central to France’s defense industrial strategy, influencing the design, production, and operation of naval combat systems. In line with this strategy, Naval Group has...

February 11, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Soldier Systems

LightPath Wins $9.6M Military Contract for Advanced Cooled Infrared Cameras

LightPath Technologies Inc. has secured a $9.6 million contract to deliver cooled infrared camera systems to an existing customer supporting defense and security operations. The ordered systems feature integrated...

February 11, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

Taiwan Drops C-130H Upgrade Plan in Favor of Procuring 10 C-130Js

The Taiwanese Air Force has revealed plans to purchase 10 C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft from the United States, scrapping a previous initiative to extend the service life of...

February 11, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

USAF Awards Boeing Contract for C-17A Flight Deck Upgrade

The US Air Force has granted Boeing a contract to modernize the flight deck of the C-17A Globemaster III, ensuring the long-term operational viability of the strategic airlifter. The...

February 10, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

Eurofighter Typhoon Set for Performance Boost with Aerodynamic Upgrade Kit

Eurofighter, together with NATO’s Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency (NETMA), has signed a contract to develop, test, and certify an Aerodynamic Modification Kit (AMK) for the Eurofighter Typhoon fighter...

February 10, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Curtiss-Wright Selected to Deliver Mission Computers for USAF C-17 Fleet

Boeing has entered into a partnership with Curtiss-Wright Corporation to supply next-generation mission computers for the US Air Force’s C-17 Globemaster III strategic airlift fleet. The agreement supports the...

February 10, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Bangladesh Acquires Retired Royal Navy Survey Vessel

The United Kingdom has transferred a former Royal Navy survey vessel to the Bangladesh Navy, strengthening the South Asian navy’s maritime security and protection capabilities. The ship, HMS Enterprise...

February 10, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

Saab Considers APKWS Rocket Integration on Gripen for Counter-Drone Role

Saab is assessing the integration of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) onto the JAS 39 Gripen fighter as a cost-effective solution for counter-drone operations. Driven by operational...