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April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

AeroVironment to Supply Jump Drones to Italy Under $47 Million Contract

Italy has inked a $46.6 million contract with AeroVironment to procure Jump 20 fixed-wing UAVs, which will replace its aging RQ-7 Shadow drone fleet. The five-year agreement includes comprehensive...

April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

UAE’s EDGE Courts Brazil With ANAVIA HT-100 Uncrewed Helicopter Offering

UAE-based defense company EDGE has introduced its ANAVIA HT-100 unmanned helicopter to Brazil, showcasing its advanced capabilities during a demonstration at the Army Activities Centre in Rio de Janeiro....

Vietnam Nears $700M Deal With India for BrahMos Supersonic Missiles

Vietnam is close to finalizing a $700-million agreement with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles for integration into both land-based and air-launched platforms, including its Su-30 fighter jets....

April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts
Soldier Systems

Kopin Secures Deal to Supply Microdisplays for Combat Aviation Helmets

Kopin Corporation has secured a $7.5-million contract to deliver advanced microdisplays used in helmet-mounted systems for military aviators. The displays, designed to improve pilots’ situational awareness in high-speed operations,...

April 23, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Israeli Military Fields ‘Robdozer’, a Heavily Armored Unmanned Engineering Platform

The Israeli military has introduced a remote-operated engineering vehicle, dubbed the “Robdozer,” aimed at redefining combat engineering in conflict zones like Gaza. Based on the D9 bulldozer, the unmanned...

Ireland Acquires First Radar System Capable of Detecting Stealth Aircraft

Ireland is set to field its first primary military radar system capable of identifying aircraft designed to evade traditional detection methods, including stealth platforms. The system will also track...

April 23, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Land Platforms

Taiwan Showcases Upgraded M1167 Humvee With Enhanced Protection and Firepower

The Republic of China Army has officially presented its newly adopted M1167 Humvee tactical ground system in Taichung, designed for improved battlefield survivability and operational flexibility. Equipped with reinforced...

April 22, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

KNDS and Metlen Partner to Build Philoctetes Armored Vehicles for Greece

KNDS France has entered a partnership with Athens-based Metlen Energy & Metals to locally produce the “Philoctetes” armored infantry fighting vehicle for the Hellenic Army. This initiative stems from...

April 22, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches
Land Platforms

Maldives Debuts Ajban Armored Vehicles in Public Display

The Maldives has officially presented its newly acquired Ajban 4×4 light armored vehicles during the armed forces’ 133rd anniversary celebration in Malé. The showcased Ajban 442A variants are configured...

April 22, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV
Weapons and Munition

UAE to Manufacture Raytheon’s Coyote Counter-Drone Systems Domestically

Raytheon has entered a strategic partnership with the UAE’s Tawazun Council to enable local production of its Coyote counter-drone system. The agreement includes a significant technology transfer through Raytheon...