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March 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Hanwha, UNION Partner to Boost 155mm Artillery Shell Production in the US

Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) and Texas-based UNION Technologies have established a strategic partnership to expand manufacturing capacity for 155-millimeter munitions in the United States. The companies stated that the...

March 11, 2026
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New Product Launches
Air Platforms

Sikorsky, Robinson Debut Cargo Helicopter Controlled via Tablet Interface

Sikorsky Aircraft and Robinson Helicopter Company are seeking to transform cargo delivery and resupply operations with the Robinson R66 TURBINETRUCK, a newly developed autonomous helicopter designed for multiple mission...

March 11, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Thales Introduces STORM 2 Personal Drone Defense System for Troops

Thales Group has introduced STORM 2, a lightweight, soldier-worn system designed to enhance troop protection against unmanned aerial threats. The portable device provides frontline personnel with localized counter-drone capabilities...

March 11, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Demonstrates High-Power Laser System to Tackle Drone Threats

The Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have carried out a high-energy laser test aimed at improving counter-drone capabilities while ensuring the safety...

March 11, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Canada to Carry Out Upgrade Program for Portugal’s P-3C Orion Aircraft

Canada has entered into a government-to-government agreement to modernize five Portuguese Air Force P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft. The contract, valued at 39 million Canadian dollars ($28.7 million), will...

Spain Backs $10.5M Defense Electronics Program Led by Indra

Indra Group is developing Spain’s first domestic gallium nitride (GaN) technology ecosystem to strengthen the country’s defense electronics and secure communications capabilities. The company is leading GIGaNTE, a nine-million-euro...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Mobix Labs Awarded US Navy Contract to Support Shipboard Secure Communications

The United States Navy has renewed and expanded its procurement of secure communications hardware from Mobix Labs to support its surface fleet. The agreement strengthens ongoing efforts to maintain...

March 10, 2026
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Mergers & JV
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