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January 15, 2026
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Robotic EOD Platforms Contract Granted to UNAC by French Army

The French defense procurement agency (DGA) has awarded a contract to domestic firm UNAC to supply up to 34 explosive ordnance disposal robots for the French Army. The award...

January 15, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Second SIGINT Ship From Saab Strengthens Poland’s Fleet

Saab has unveiled Poland’s second DELFIN-class signals intelligence ship, the ORP Henryk Zygalski. This vessel marks the conclusion of Poland’s two-ship DELFIN program, following the launch of the first...

January 15, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

$490M Contract for Drones, C-UAS Goes to Trust Automation

The US Air Force has awarded Trust Automation a contract valued at up to $490 million to fast-track the development of unmanned and counter‑unmanned aerial system (UAS/C‑UAS) technologies. The...

January 14, 2026
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R&D
Communication and Electronics

US Navy Chooses General Dynamics for $988M Digital Upgrade Program

The US Navy has selected General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) for a $988 million contract to modernize its digital networks connecting ships, aircraft, and shore operations. The award falls...

January 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Lockheed Martin Marks 350th MH-60R Delivery to US Navy

The US Navy has taken delivery of its 350th MH‑60R Seahawk helicopter from Lockheed Martin’s Owego, New York, facility, assigning it to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM)-41. HSM‑41 trains...

January 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

CACI Selected for $416M US Navy IT Modernization Program

CACI International has been awarded a five-year, $416-million task order to modernize and sustain the US Navy’s IT systems under Naval Sea Systems Command, supporting initiatives to enhance fleet...

January 14, 2026
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Soldier Systems

German Contract for Modular Holster System Goes to Blackhawk

Blackhawk has been awarded a significant contract to supply the German armed forces with its modular Holster Carry System. The system, tailored to the operational requirements of Bundeswehr soldiers,...

January 14, 2026
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Textron Debuts Next-Gen USV With Extended Payload and Operational Reach

Textron Systems is enhancing its autonomous naval portfolio with a fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV), designed to carry larger payloads, travel greater distances, and perform a broader spectrum...

January 14, 2026
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R&D
Land Platforms

K9 58-Cal Integration Boosts Army’s Extended-Range Artillery Capability

The US Army has taken a step forward in modernizing its self-propelled artillery by awarding Hanwha Defense USA a research and development contract to integrate a 58-caliber cannon into...

January 13, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Germany Procures Eight MQ-9B Drones for Maritime Surveillance and ASW

The German Armed Forces have placed an order with General Atomics for eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial systems to support naval operations. The aircraft will significantly strengthen the German...