April 2026 – Page 5 – defencenews.online

April 25, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Naval Platforms

Saab proposes SLIM system to Indian Navy for improved stealth, integrated sensors, and optimized top-deck design

Saab has officially proposed its Saab Lightweight Integrated Mast (SLIM) to the Indian Navy as a next-generation solution aimed at enhancing sensor integration, reducing radar signature, and optimizing warship...

April 24, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

India Entry Into European 6th-Gen Fighter Program May Shift Global Jet Market

India is actively evaluating participation in one of Europe’s sixth-generation fighter aircraft programs, engaging with both major consortiums as part of a broader strategy to enhance its aerospace capabilities...

April 24, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Elbit Systems Wins $200M Contracts for Israeli Air-Launched Munitions

Israel has awarded Elbit Systems contracts valued at approximately $200 million for advanced airborne munitions. According to Elbit, the agreements were issued by the Israel Ministry of Defense as...

April 24, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

Netherlands and United States Air Force Formalize CCA Drone Wingman Collaboration

The Netherlands and the United States Air Force have formalized a partnership on the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, including plans to procure prototype systems as part of its...

April 24, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Weapons and Munition

Taiwan Announces $6.6B US Arms Deal Including Joint Ammo Production

Taipei has confirmed six weapons procurement agreements with the United States valued at 208.77 billion New Taiwan dollars ($6.6 billion), including a joint production initiative for large-caliber ammunition. The...

United States Army Expands IFPC 2 Air Defense Program With Additional Launcher Orders

The United States Army has awarded Leidos a $617 million contract to acquire additional launchers for the Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 (IFPC 2) system. The contract covers...

L3Harris Technologies Missile Division Gains $1B Pentagon Boost Before IPO

The United States Department of Defense has finalized a $1 billion investment to expand L3Harris Technologies’ Missile Solutions segment, increasing production capacity for critical missile components and positioning the...

April 24, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Fincantieri to Upgrade Italian Navy PPA Frigates to Full Combat Capability

Fincantieri has signed an agreement to upgrade the Italian Navy Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) multipurpose offshore patrol frigates to a “full combat” configuration. The program, overseen by OCCAR, will...

Rheinmetall Secures Major German Contract for Loitering Munition Systems

The German Armed Forces has awarded Rheinmetall a multi-billion-euro framework contract to deliver FV-014 autonomous reconnaissance and strike drones. The initial contract is valued at around €300 million ($351...

April 23, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Soldier Systems

Army Begins Field Testing of New Combat Role Capabilities

The United States Army has launched a new Combat Field Test (CFT), a physical evaluation designed to more accurately reflect the demands of frontline combat roles. Set to be...