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May 16, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Unmanned Systems

Elbit’s Hermes UAV Series Remains a Key Asset in Persistent ISR Warfare

Long before drones became central to modern warfare, one unmanned aircraft family was already redefining military intelligence gathering. The Elbit Hermes series steadily evolved into one of the world’s...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Czech Defense Group CSG Reportedly Pursues Stake in KNDS

Czech defense company CSG is reportedly seeking to acquire a stake in Franco-German armored vehicle manufacturer KNDS, according to a Reuters report. The company recently approached KNDS’ German family...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Peruvian Air Force Orders Fifth Leonardo C-27J Transport Aircraft

Peru has placed an order for an additional C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft as it continues expanding its airlift capabilities for disaster relief, medical evacuation, and operations in remote...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Turbo-Technik to Modify German Frigates for NH90 Sea Tiger Operations

Germany’s federal defense procurement agency has awarded Turbo-Technik a contract to integrate the newly introduced NH90 Sea Tiger naval helicopter aboard the German Navy’s F124-class frigates. The agreement covers...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Air Platforms

New Fuel Tank Program to Expand Operational Reach of Israel’s F-35I Fleet

Israel has awarded a $34-million contract to Cyclone, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems, to develop external fuel tanks for the Israeli Air Force’s F-35I “Adir” fighter aircraft in an...

Hanwha and Milrem Launch Joint Bid for Romanian Unmanned Vehicle Requirement

Hanwha Aerospace has partnered with Estonia-based Milrem Robotics to jointly compete for Romania’s unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) procurement program. The agreement, signed during the BSDA 2026 defense exhibition in...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Communication and Electronics

Kopin Expands Domestic OLED Production Amid Rising Military Demand

Kopin Corporation is consolidating OLED microdisplay production at its headquarters in Westborough, Massachusetts, by bringing the entire manufacturing process in-house. The transition follows the company’s acquisition of advanced OLED...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Communication and Electronics

Wraith Shield Turns L3Harris Tactical Radios Into AI Drone Detection Nodes

L3Harris has unveiled Wraith Shield, a software upgrade that transforms tactical radios into AI-enabled RF sensing systems capable of detecting small unmanned aerial threats. The new capability enhances existing...

US Army Selects Core Systems’ Rugged Computers for C2NOW Program

Core Systems has won a contract to supply its ATMOS2 rugged tactical computing systems for the US Army’s Command and Control-Now (C2NOW) initiative. The C2NOW program is focused on...

May 15, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Land Platforms

US Army’s M1301 ISV Redefines Tactical Mobility for Infantry Units

Speed over protection. Mobility over mass. The M1301 Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) was developed with one clear objective: move infantry squads rapidly across the battlefield and into position with...