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November 13, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Bell Textron Hands Over Upgraded 212 Helicopter to Thai Navy

Bell Textron has delivered a refurbished Bell 212 medium utility helicopter to the Royal Thai Navy as part of its service life extension program. The overhaul — completed at...

November 13, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Indonesia Phases Out Russian APCs, Sends Czech Pandurs for UN Duty in Lebanon

Indonesia has replaced its aging Russian-built BTR-80A armored personnel carriers with Czech-made Pandur II 8×8 vehicles for its UN peacekeeping contingent in Lebanon. The Indonesian Marine Corps’ fleet of...

November 13, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Switzerland Selects Trio of Defense Firms for Multispectral Camouflage

Switzerland is enhancing its military concealment with multispectral camouflage, selecting three European defense companies to shield troops, vehicles, and infrastructure from drones, radar, and infrared detection. Following extensive trials,...

November 13, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Japan Reveals Next-Gen Missile Prototype Featuring Turbojet Engine

Japan is advancing its next-generation anti-ship missile program, aiming to deliver extended range and stronger resilience for protecting its island territories. Spearheaded by the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency...

November 11, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Israel’s RADA Enhances Radar Systems for Ukraine Based on Frontline Experience

Israel’s RADA is rapidly enhancing its radar systems deployed in Ukraine, using frontline feedback from the Ukrainian Armed Forces to guide new software updates and design improvements. Insights from...

November 7, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

GE, Shield AI Partner on X-BAT VTOL Propulsion

GE Aerospace and Shield AI have announced a collaboration to co-develop AI-driven propulsion and autonomy solutions for long-endurance unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The partnership focuses on integrating Shield AI’s...

November 7, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

New Hyperspectral Sensor Enhances Drone Vision

TEKEVER and Arkeus have advanced unmanned aerial system (UAS) capabilities through the integration of hyperspectral imaging technology, demonstrating improved detection and situational awareness during recent flight tests. The collaboration...

November 5, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Austal Cleared for Naval Autonomy System

Saab has received a 1 billion Swedish krona ($104 million) contract from Sweden’s defence procurement agency for the serial production of a new missile launcher for the Gripen fighter...

November 4, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Sweden Finalizes Modernization of Archer Artillery System

BAE Systems Bofors has completed the delivery of Sweden’s upgraded Archer artillery fleet, marking the end of a nationwide initiative to strengthen long-range firepower. The FMV (Swedish Defence Procurement...

November 2, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Iran Pledges to Restore Nuclear Facilities More Powerfully

Iran announced on Sunday that it will rebuild nuclear facilities damaged by Israeli and US strikes “stronger than before,” as Oman urged Tehran and Washington to revive stalled diplomatic...