April 2026 – Page 19 – defencenews.online

April 6, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Weapons and Munition

India considers supersonic strike capability using ramjet-driven loitering weapons

The Indian Army is assessing the development of a new category of supersonic loitering munitions designed to address advanced air defense systems and evolving threats in highly contested operational...

Sweden advances aerial and UAV defense through new contracts with BAE and Saab

Sweden has awarded separate defense contracts to BAE Systems and Saab, collectively valued at approximately $454 million, for the procurement of ground-based air and counter-drone defense systems. These agreements...

BAE wins $145M deal to increase production capacity of M777 gun barrels

The US Army has awarded BAE Systems Land & Armaments a contract valued at $145.83 million for the production of 155mm M776 cannon tubes to support the M777A2 howitzer...

April 6, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Weapons and Munition

Honeywell partners with Odys Aviation to create aerial counter-UAV solutions

Honeywell has entered into a strategic partnership with Odys Aviation to develop an airborne counter-drone capability designed to extend defensive coverage for critical infrastructure and high-value assets beyond conventional...

NY company launches technology aimed at minimizing hazardous fallout from missile defense operations

New York-based Ducon Technologies has launched an advanced suite of solutions designed to mitigate environmental and public health risks arising from high-altitude missile interception events. The offering features proprietary...

April 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

Dhvani, LR-AShM & ET-LDHCM form India’s hypersonic edge, transforming modern deterrence strategy

India’s transition into the hypersonic weapons domain is no longer conceptual—it is actively taking shape as a structured, multi-layered capability. What is emerging is not a single missile system,...

April 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Naval Platforms

S4 Star SSBN milestone: 90% indigenous content signals major boost to India’s naval autonomy

India’s sea-based nuclear deterrent has entered a more advanced stage with the reported commissioning of INS Aridhaman (S4) on April 3, 2026, alongside rapid progress on its successor, the...

IAF prepares to seal 400 Astra Mk-I missile contract, enhancing India’s homegrown air combat arsenal

India is nearing the conclusion of a significant defence procurement deal for 400 Astra Mk-1 Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missiles, marking a major step forward in strengthening the...

India pushes forward a $7B program to jointly develop sixth-generation AMCA engine technology

India’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) is preparing to make a significant strategic investment in its aerospace capabilities, with an estimated allocation of approximately $7 billion for the co-development of...

April 3, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Air Platforms

Edgewing Secures Initial GCAP Contract to Support Future Fighter Program

The organization managing the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has issued its first joint international contract to Edgewing, a tri-national venture formed by Italy, the United Kingdom, and Japan...