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January 14, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Land Platforms

K9 58-Cal Integration Boosts Army’s Extended-Range Artillery Capability

The US Army has taken a step forward in modernizing its self-propelled artillery by awarding Hanwha Defense USA a research and development contract to integrate a 58-caliber cannon into...

January 14, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Textron Debuts Next-Gen USV With Extended Payload and Operational Reach

Textron Systems is enhancing its autonomous naval portfolio with a fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV), designed to carry larger payloads, travel greater distances, and perform a broader spectrum...

January 14, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Soldier Systems

German Contract for Modular Holster System Goes to Blackhawk

Blackhawk has been awarded a significant contract to supply the German armed forces with its modular Holster Carry System. The system, tailored to the operational requirements of Bundeswehr soldiers,...

January 14, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

CACI Selected for $416M US Navy IT Modernization Program

CACI International has been awarded a five-year, $416-million task order to modernize and sustain the US Navy’s IT systems under Naval Sea Systems Command, supporting initiatives to enhance fleet...

January 14, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Lockheed Martin Marks 350th MH-60R Delivery to US Navy

The US Navy has taken delivery of its 350th MH‑60R Seahawk helicopter from Lockheed Martin’s Owego, New York, facility, assigning it to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM)-41. HSM‑41 trains...

January 14, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Communication and Electronics

US Navy Chooses General Dynamics for $988M Digital Upgrade Program

The US Navy has selected General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) for a $988 million contract to modernize its digital networks connecting ships, aircraft, and shore operations. The award falls...

January 13, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Weapons and Munition

Northrop Grumman Wins $233M Contract for US Navy ASW Torpedo Upgrade

Northrop Grumman will produce and deliver an upgraded version of the US Navy’s lightweight anti-submarine warfare torpedo, designated the MK54 MOD 2. The $233 million contract covers the development...

January 13, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Weapons and Munition

Israel Issues Arad Assault Rifles to Local Defense Forces

Israel has завершed the nationwide distribution of thousands of Arad assault rifles to rapid response teams, marking a major step toward standardizing and strengthening local defense capabilities. These rapid...

January 13, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Soldier Systems

US Army Enhances Soldier Situational Awareness With New Multi-Threat Headborne System

The US Army is enhancing soldier survivability and battlefield awareness with the development of a next-generation combat helmet designed for multi-domain operations. Called the Integrated Multi-Threat Headborne System (IMHS),...

January 13, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Germany Procures Eight MQ-9B Drones for Maritime Surveillance and ASW

The German Armed Forces have placed an order with General Atomics for eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial systems to support naval operations. The aircraft will significantly strengthen the German...