2026 - defencenews.online

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Missile & Missile Defence

US Navy backs Blackbeard production launch

The Blackbeard hypersonic missile program has taken a major step forward with a new production-focused contract. Designed to provide advanced long-range strike capability, the weapon is progressing from development...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

US clears helicopter acquisition for Austria

Austria is set to boost its military aviation capabilities through the planned acquisition of UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. The versatile aircraft will support transport, emergency response, and security missions...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Land Platforms

Partnership targets rapid military manufacturing

Lockheed Martin and GM Defense are working together to apply commercial manufacturing expertise to military production. The effort seeks to increase efficiency, improve supply-chain resilience, and accelerate the delivery...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Naval Platforms

New Navantia system extends underwater endurance

Spain has reached an important milestone in its S-80 submarine program with testing of a new propulsion technology that allows submarines to stay underwater longer. The system is expected...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D
Land Platforms

France advances long-range strike capability

France is developing THUNDART, a next-generation long-range strike system designed to boost precision firepower on the battlefield. Built with advanced guidance and electronic warfare resilience, the project aims to...

June 17, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Danish air surveillance strengthened with Giraffe

Denmark is expanding its air surveillance capabilities by permanently adopting Saab’s Giraffe 1X radar systems. The technology offers rapid detection of drones and other aerial threats while remaining highly...

German company targets future battlefield needs

Germany is investing in the future of unmanned logistics through plans to manufacture the Victor U250 heavy-lift drone domestically. Designed for cargo transport, emergency response, and military resupply missions,...

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

Drone prototype built without conventional factory

Lockheed Martin has showcased a new approach to aircraft development by producing a drone prototype in under twelve months using advanced digital manufacturing techniques. By combining design, analysis, and...

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

New 450g drone brings portable ISR capability

Teledyne FLIR’s new Black Recon drone brings advanced surveillance capabilities into an ultra-lightweight package. Equipped with thermal and visual sensors, the compact UAV delivers real-time intelligence while remaining highly...

June 16, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

US clears Hercules sustainment deal for Kuwait

Kuwait is set to receive long-term sustainment support for its KC-130J aircraft fleet under a newly approved US defense package. Covering maintenance, logistics, training, and technical support, the program...