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January 3, 2025
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Interim Polar Icebreaker Commissioned by US Coast Guard

To support the modernization of its polar cutter fleet, the US Coast Guard has received the MV Aiviq, a commercially available icebreaker provided by Offshore Service Vessels. Acquired under...

Embraer Secures Order to Supply Four A-29 Super Tucanos to Africa

A new agreement has been signed between Embraer and an African country for the delivery of four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft. These light attack and training platforms will be...

Beijing Showcases Next-Gen KJ-3000 Airborne Early Warning Platform

In a move to strengthen its aerial surveillance capabilities, China has introduced the KJ-3000, a next-generation AEW&C aircraft. Developed using the homegrown Y-20 transport aircraft as its base, the...

January 2, 2025
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Iveco Secures Contract to Deliver Over 1,400 Next-Generation Logistics Vehicles to Italy’s Military

January 2, 2025
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Beijing Debuts New Amphibious Warship with Fighter Jet Launch Capability

The People’s Liberation Army Navy of China has launched the Sichuan, its inaugural amphibious assault vessel of the Type 076 class. With a displacement surpassing 40,000 tons, a twin-island...

First Shipment of BROLIS Night Combat Devices Arrives for Lithuanian Armed Forces

Lithuania has received the initial installment of night combat gear under a €17 million ($17.7 million) defense investment initiative to enhance soldier effectiveness. The package comprises BROLIS LP5X laser...

Undisclosed Buyer Orders 6 A-29 Super Tucanos from Embraer

Embraer has received a firm order from an undisclosed customer for six A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft. The order will be added to the fourth-quarter...

Irish Air Corps Expands Fleet with Acquisition of Four H145 Helicopters

To modernize its rotary-wing fleet, Ireland has approved the acquisition of four Airbus H145 helicopters, which will succeed the aging EC135s used by the Irish Air Corps. According to...

December 30, 2024
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Thai Shipbuilder Secures Contract to Supply Naval Vessels to Oman

Oman’s Ministry of Defense has taken a step toward expanding its maritime forces by ordering several vessels from Thai shipyard Marsun. Signed in Muscat by Dr. Mohammed Nasser Al...

Embraer Signs Deal for Two C-390 Millennium Jets with Unknown Buyer

Embraer has signed a contract with an undisclosed customer for the sale of two C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. The deal includes a full training and support package, along with...