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February 24, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Navy Reveals Latest Look at AIM-260 JATM Missile

NAVAIR has released a new visual of the top-secret AIM-260A Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), showcased alongside systems like the AIM-9M/X Sidewinder and AIM-120 AMRAAM during a presentation by...

February 24, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Norway Acquires U.S. Guidance Kits for K9 Artillery

The Norwegian government has finalized a deal with the United States to acquire M1156A1 Precision Guidance Kits to upgrade its 155 mm self-propelled artillery systems. Although the agreement’s full...

February 20, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

U.S. Clears $84M Bomb Deal with Romania

Romania has received approval from the US State Department for a potential $84 million acquisition of multiple GBU-39B Small Diameter Bombs. The request includes 400 GBU-39B SDB-I units and...

February 19, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

DZYNE Unveils Wearable Anti-Drone Kit

At an international defense show in the UAE, DZYNE Technologies showcased its portable c-sUAS solution—the Dronebuster DTIM kit. Engineered to counter threats from enemy drones, the lightweight system supports...

February 4, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Sweden Orders Mk82 Bombs for Gripen Jets From Rheinmetall

Rheinmetall has secured a contract from Sweden to supply Mk82 bombs intended for the country’s Gripen aircraft, enhancing the Swedish Air Force’s ability to engage ground targets. Valued at...

January 23, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

$1 Billion Deal in the Works as Indian Army Plans Major Pinaka MBRL Ammo Purchase

Within a month, the Indian Army plans to place procurement orders exceeding $1 billion for Pinaka MBRL ammunition. These orders are set to be confirmed before the fiscal year...

January 21, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Switchblade Combat Drones Ordered by US Army for Use by Ground Forces

Under the U.S. Army’s Lethal Unmanned Systems (LUS) initiative, AeroVironment has been awarded a $55.3 million contract to provide Switchblade loitering munitions. This is the second delivery under a...

January 8, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Rheinmetall to Supply Ammunition for Ukraine’s Gepard Anti-Aircraft Guns

Rheinmetall has been tasked with supplying Ukraine with 35mm HEI-T (High Explosive Incendiary with Tracer) ammunition for the Gepard air defense platform under a German-funded agreement. The order covers...

January 6, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

Saudi Arabia Cleared to Purchase U.S. Lightweight Torpedoes in $78.5M Deal

The United States has authorized a prospective $78.5 million foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia for MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedoes. The package includes 20 operational torpedoes, spare...

January 2, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

First Shipment of BROLIS Night Combat Devices Arrives for Lithuanian Armed Forces

Lithuania has received the initial installment of night combat gear under a €17 million ($17.7 million) defense investment initiative to enhance soldier effectiveness. The package comprises BROLIS LP5X laser...