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October 6, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

US Air Force Partners With Tennessee Company on Next-Gen Fuel-Efficient Drone Engine

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Tennessee-based Minco Technologies a $13.6 million contract to develop and demonstrate a next-generation drone engine engineered for major fuel efficiency improvements. The system...

October 6, 2025
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Mergers & JV

South Korea Unveils Advanced ‘Giga-Class’ Steel to Power Next-Gen Warships and Uncrewed Platforms

South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean and steel giant POSCO have signed an agreement to co-develop giga-class steel — a next-generation material engineered to meet the strength demands of future naval...

October 5, 2025
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R&D

U.S. Navy launches multi-year upgrade program to enhance Phalanx CIWS ship defenses

To counter evolving aerial threats, the U.S. Navy is instituting a long-term sustainment and upgrade plan for the Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), ensuring its viability as the fleet’s...

October 5, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Abrams and Challenger 2 tanks operate jointly in Estonia, highlighting NATO solidarity

At Camp Tapa in northern Estonia, U.S. and U.K. armored units presented their heavy armor in a symbolic show of NATO strength. The U.S. Army’s 6th Squadron, 9th Cavalry...

October 4, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

U.S. Army procures autonomous Oshkosh PLS A2 trucks to safeguard frontline supply routes

An $89 million order from ACC–Detroit Arsenal will deliver new PLS A2 trucks, associated kits, and installation work as part of the Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles (FHTV) V...

October 4, 2025
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New Product Launches

Cyprus showcases Serbian Tamnava rocket launchers during 2025 Independence Day parade

During its 2025 Independence Day celebrations in Nicosia, Cyprus showcased Serbian-designed Tamnava multiple rocket launchers, underscoring growing defense ties with Belgrade and advancing its artillery modernization plans. The parade...

October 3, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Dassault Aviation Receives Fresh French Order for Falcon 2000 Albatros Aircraft

The French defense procurement agency has placed an order with Dassault Aviation for five Falcon 2000 Albatros aircraft. Derived from the Falcon 2000LXS business jet, the Albatros is tailored...

October 3, 2025
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US Army Adds Oshkosh Heavy-Duty Trucks in $89M Fleet Expansion

Oshkosh Defense has secured an $89-million U.S. Army contract to manufacture Palletized Load System (PLS) A2 trucks, along with necessary kits and installations. The order was placed through the...

October 3, 2025
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GDIT Awarded $1.25B Deal to Upgrade US Army Networks in Europe and Africa

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has been awarded a $1.25-billion U.S. Army task order to deliver IT, communications, and mission command services across Europe and Africa. The company will...

October 3, 2025
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Romania Moves Forward With Acquisition of 216 Abrams Tanks

The Romanian Defense Ministry has submitted a request to Parliament to advance the next stage of its tank procurement program, designed to modernize the army’s armored capabilities and meet...