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September 9, 2025
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New Product Launches

Rheinmetall Wins German Nod for Puma Simulator

Germany approved Rheinmetall’s AGSP modular simulator for Puma IFV crews, enabling realistic “train as you fight” exercises. Built in mobile containers, it supports platoon to company-level drills using VBS4...

September 9, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Israel Equips Apache Fleet With Missile Defenses

Israel’s MoD selected BIRD Aerosystems’ µDIRCM system for Apache helicopters, offering compact protection against heat-seeking missiles and MANPADS. The lightweight system integrates with AMPS, providing hemispheric defense and minimal...

September 9, 2025
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Financial and Investment Updates

Six Winners Named in Army $2M AI Contest

The US Army xTech AI Grand Challenge awarded $2M to six winners developing AI for data cleaning and optimization. Ozni AI took first with COMbINE; others included PeopleTec, Snorkel...

September 9, 2025
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R&D

Anti-Drone SMASH Added to HMGs, Vehicles

Smartshooter has expanded its SMASH fire control system beyond rifles, adapting it for heavy machine guns, vehicles, and remote platforms during Project VANAHEIM. The system, linked to ATAK, demonstrated...

September 8, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Germany’s TKMS Teams With Indian Firms to Co-Develop Naval Capabilities

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has signed new agreements with Indian defense firms to co-develop and manufacture naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems. The collaborations strengthen TKMS’s role in supporting...

September 8, 2025
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New Product Launches

Robotican Arms ‘Rolling’ Drone With Warhead for Stealth Indoor Strikes

Israeli drone manufacturer Robotican has unveiled an upgraded version of its ROOSTER hybrid drone, now equipped with precision-guided strike capabilities for use in urban and indoor environments. The enhanced...

September 8, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Washington Naval Base to Receive Full-Service Armored Fighting Vehicle Support Hub

The US Navy has awarded Absher Construction Company a $22.8 million contract to build an Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) support facility at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in Washington State. The...

September 8, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Saab Lands First Giraffe 4A Ground-Based Radar Deal in Latin America

Saab has secured a contract worth about 550 million Swedish kronor ($58.5 million) to supply its Giraffe 4A radar system and associated services to a customer in Latin America....

September 8, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Tiberius Aerospace Secures UK Deal for Game-Changing 150km Artillery Munition

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded Tiberius Aerospace a contract to develop a liquid-fuelled 155mm ramjet artillery round capable of engaging targets at distances up to 150...

September 8, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Saab and Hanwha to Explore GLSDB Integration With Chunmoo MLRS

Saab has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hanwha Aerospace to evaluate the integration of the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB) into the Chunmoo multiple rocket launcher system. The...