March 2026 – Page 3 – defencenews.online

March 30, 2026
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R&D
Naval Platforms

Indra Introduces Ka-Band Upgrades to Strengthen Submarine Connectivity

Spanish defence technology company Indra Sistemas has successfully developed and certified a Ka-band submarine satellite communication terminal, the TSUB-40Ka, designed to significantly enhance data transmission speeds and operational connectivity....

Poland to See Local Production of Anti-Drone Missiles Through Frankenburg–PGZ Partnership

Estonia-based Frankenburg Technologies and Poland’s Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have entered into a framework agreement to manufacture the Mark I anti-drone missile system in Poland, marking a significant step...

L3Harris, RFTEQ Collaborate to Enhance Australia’s Future Electronic Warfare Systems

L3Harris Technologies and RFTEQ have entered into a memorandum of understanding to strengthen electronic warfare (EW) capabilities for the Australian Defence Organisation (ADO), a collaborative framework that brings together...

India Prepares to Offer Advanced BrahMos-Armed Missile Ships to Partner Nations

India is preparing to export its indigenously developed Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMV) to smaller friendly nations, positioning them as compact yet highly capable platforms offering strong maritime strike...

March 28, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

IAF Invites Industry for Local Development of Rafale Support Equipment Under Self-Reliance Drive

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a major push toward self-reliance in sustaining its Rafale fleet by issuing an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the indigenous development of...

India-Germany Defense Relations Strengthen as Project 751 Submarine Deal Nears Completion

India’s long-delayed Project 751 submarine programme is nearing its conclusion, with Germany expressing confidence that a deal for six advanced submarines could be finalized within weeks. German Ambassador to...

March 28, 2026
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R&D
Air Platforms

GTRE Finalizes EOI for Collaboration on Indigenous 120 kN High-Thrust Engine Program

The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a premier DRDO laboratory in Bengaluru, has officially closed the submission window for its Expression of Interest (EOI) to identify a Development-cum-Production Partner...

March 27, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Germany Places Order for 200 Rolls-Royce Propulsion Units for Puma Platforms

Rolls-Royce Power Systems has secured a contract to deliver 200 mtu PowerPacks for the German Armed Forces’ Puma infantry fighting vehicles. Each unit incorporates enhanced cooling systems, updated power...

Elbit Gains Access to German Laser Comms Tech for Defense Integration

Elbit Systems’ German subsidiary has entered into an agreement with startup Cucuyo GmbH to secure exclusive rights to adapt its laser-based communication technology for military use. Under the arrangement,...

March 27, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

Rheinmetall, Indra Partner to Advance Spanish Army Vehicle Procurement

Rheinmetall and Indra have entered into a strategic agreement to pursue a multibillion-euro Spanish Army truck program while broadening their defense manufacturing collaboration across Europe. The German and Spanish...