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March 19, 2026
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US Navy considers expanding Hammerhead mine deployment for anti-submarine warfare

The US Navy is planning to boost its inventory of Hammerhead underwater mine systems through an existing agreement with General Dynamics Mission Systems. GDMS previously received a $92.9-million contract...

March 18, 2026
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Japan receives its first batch of Joint Strike Missiles for F-35A jets

Japan has received its initial delivery of Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) for integration with its F-35A Lightning II aircraft, strengthening its ability to conduct long-range precision strikes. The missiles,...

March 17, 2026
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EOS wins deal to supply cannon-based anti-drone systems

Electro Optic Systems has secured a $42 million contract from a Middle Eastern nation to supply its Slinger counter-drone remote cannon system, as regional tensions continue to rise. Developed...

March 17, 2026
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Thales’ radio system chosen by Pilatus for PC-7 aircraft in Europe

Pilatus Aircraft has chosen Thales Group to provide a radio management system for its PC-7 military training aircraft used across Europe. Engineers from both firms worked closely to develop...

March 17, 2026
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L3Harris completes delivery of 100,000 M-Code GPS units

L3Harris Technologies has achieved a major milestone by delivering 100,000 Military-Code (M-Code) GPS receivers to US and allied forces, reinforcing secure navigation capabilities in contested environments. M-Code receivers provide...

March 16, 2026
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Leonardo-related developments slow Rheinmetall’s buyout of Iveco’s defense truck unit

A delay in Leonardo’s acquisition of Iveco Group’s defense arm is slowing Rheinmetall’s plan to purchase the firm’s military truck business, according to Reuters. The development comes after Leonardo...

March 16, 2026
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UK military procures 37 RCH 155 self-propelled howitzers

The British Army has placed an order for 37 Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm (RCH 155) systems to rebuild its artillery strength following the transfer of its AS-90 fleet to Ukraine....

March 16, 2026
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Firms from Spain and Belgium strike agreement to market anti-drone technology in Belgian market

Spanish companies EM&E Group and Indra Group, along with Belgium-based Intersoft Electronics Services, have entered into a partnership to promote counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) solutions in the Belgium defense...

March 13, 2026
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TJ150 Engines From Pratt & Whitney to Power Black Arrow Missile Program

Pratt & Whitney, a business unit of RTX, has been awarded a contract to supply TJ150 turbojet engines for the Black Arrow missile developed by Leidos Dynetics. The agreement...

March 13, 2026
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Boeing Lands $2.4B Contracts as US Air Force Reboots E-7A Wedgetail Effort

The US Air Force has awarded Boeing contracts worth $2.43 billion to continue development of the E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft, marking renewed progress for the...