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September 21, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Indonesia secures $450 million loan to procure retired Italian carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi

Indonesia has approved a financing framework to support the acquisition of Italy’s retired aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, bundled with helicopter procurement. Under the plan, BAPPENAS cleared up to...

September 21, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Air Platforms

China’s J-20 stealth jet showcased in first static display as fleet reaches 300 units

China’s PLAAF presented its J-20 stealth fighter in a static display for the first time at the 2025 Changchun Air Show, signaling greater transparency and confidence in its most...

September 21, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works division reveals Vectis stealth drone for next-generation combat

At the 2025 Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works® introduced Vectis, its next-generation Group 5 collaborative combat aircraft (CCA). Designed for stealth operations, the drone will...

September 20, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Norway strengthens Arctic defenses with purchase of 24 K9 VIDAR howitzers from South Korea

The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) has awarded Hanwha Aerospace a third contract to supply 24 additional K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzers, expanding Norway’s fleet to 52 units. Deliveries will...

September 20, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

Russia debuts upgraded Sarma 300mm rocket launcher on KamAZ-63501 platform

At the Motovilikhinskiye Zavody facility in Perm, Russian industry showcased a new variant of the 9A52-4 Sarma multiple launch rocket system (MLRS). Built on an 8×8 KamAZ-63501 truck with...

September 20, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Brazil considers Saab Gripen acquisition to replace outdated U.S. F-5 fighters

Brazil is negotiating with Sweden over the possible acquisition of up to 12 pre-owned Saab Gripen C/D fighter jets. Intended as an interim measure, the purchase would bridge capability...

September 19, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

US Army Set to Field XM204 Advanced Terrain-Shaping Munitions in Europe

Following a series of evaluations, the US Army has cleared the XM204 terrain-shaping munition for fielding in Europe. The system, tested at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona, is an...

September 19, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

Danish-Ukrainian Joint Defense Venture Brings Together Drone Manufacturers

A new Danish-Ukrainian defense company, MITS Industries, has been launched by the Ukrainian-American investment group MITS Capital to consolidate leading Ukrainian drone and defense technology enterprises. The platform includes...

September 19, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Portugal Finalizes Sixth Millennium Airlifter Deal, Eyes NATO Market

Portugal has strengthened its KC-390 Millennium transport fleet through a new deal with Embraer Defense & Security, adding a sixth aircraft and securing options for 10 more units to...

September 19, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Unveils ‘Strong Bow’ Missile With 70-Km Altitude Defense Capability

Taiwan has introduced the Strong Bow, its latest indigenous anti-ballistic missile system, designed to counter high-flying cruise weapons. As the first locally developed surface-to-air missile equipped with an AESA...