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May 15, 2025
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The Airbus SIRTAP drone will be fitted with navigation technology by Exail and Grafinta.

Exail of France and Spain’s Grafinta have been selected to supply the UmiX-40 Inertial Measurement Unit for the Airbus SIRTAP tactical drone. The compact UmiX-40 enhances navigational precision and...

May 14, 2025
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Turkish Company Launches Sea Trials of Anti-Kamikaze USV Boat

Anadolu Robotik has begun sea trials for its Arida-M autonomous counter-USV, completing the first development phase after unveiling it at a 2024 defense show in Istanbul. The firm shared...

May 13, 2025
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Vatn Introduces a Novel Underwater Vehicle That Combines the Functions of a Torpedo, EW, and Sensor

Rhode Island’s Vatn Systems has debuted the Skelmir S12, a flexible underwater vehicle that can function as a torpedo, sensor platform, or EW tool. The 12.75-inch (32 cm) system...

May 12, 2025
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With Improved Anti-Drone Capabilities, AeroVironment Launches ‘Titan 4’ System

AeroVironment’s newly launched Titan 4 counter-drone system leverages RF capabilities to detect and neutralize hostile drones. This latest iteration is significantly more compact—17% lighter and 73% smaller than the...

May 8, 2025
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Cyberlux Introduces a Rotary Wing Drone for Heavy Lifting for US Special Ops

Cyberlux Corporation has unveiled a lightweight unmanned aerial system tailored for US Special Operations missions. Weighing under 20 pounds, the Group 1 drone boasts extended range, heavier payload options,...

May 7, 2025
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As the region rushes toward conflict, India evaluates sophisticated naval mine.

The DRDO and Indian Navy have conducted a test launch of a homegrown underwater sea mine. Called the Multi-Influence Ground Mine, it is designed to boost naval defense against...

May 5, 2025
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German drone company to send UAVs to Spain

Quantum Systems of Germany has signed a deal to equip the Spanish Armed Forces with 91 Vector drone systems, totaling 182 UAVs. Designed to support ISR operations, the drones...

May 5, 2025
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A British firm unveils a multi-mission drone boat for the changing landscape of maritime conflict.

British autonomous systems company SubSea Craft has launched the “MARS” unmanned surface vehicle, tailored for the dynamic landscape of modern naval combat. Designed for versatility, MARS supports operations ranging...

May 2, 2025
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General Dynamics Awarded $12 Billion US Navy Contract for Two Additional Virginia-Class Submarines

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics a $12.4-billion contract for the construction of two additional Virginia-class submarines. Covering the Block V variants SSN-812 (USS Baltimore) and SSN-813 (USS...

May 1, 2025
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The MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 extended range is now available to American Marines.

The US Marine Corps has received an MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 Extended Range (ER) drone from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, marking a significant enhancement in long-endurance mission capability. With...