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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 7, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

UK’s BAE, Turkey’s TAI Collaborate on Drone Production

BAE Systems and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on developing new unmanned aerial systems (UAS), expanding bilateral defense cooperation between the United...

November 7, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Hofmann, Leonardo DRS Develop Next-Gen AUKUS Propulsion

Leonardo DRS and Hofmann Engineering have signed a collaboration agreement to jointly develop advanced naval propulsion systems that support the goals of the AUKUS partnership among Australia, the United...

November 7, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Aselsan Delivers First ARSUS Recon Systems to Poland

Poland has signed a defense cooperation agreement with Türkiye’s Aselsan to jointly produce and integrate the ARSUS 100 airborne reconnaissance system, strengthening bilateral ties and advancing Poland’s defense modernization...

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
Procurement & Contracts

KAYO Authorized to Manufacture Weapons in Albania

Albania has entered a strategic partnership with Türkiye’s KAYO to establish a new domestic weapons production facility, strengthening its defense industrial base and reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. The...

November 6, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

ACS to Deliver ‘Bullfrog’ Autonomous Anti-Drone Units to South Korea and UAE

Texas-based Allen Control Systems (ACS) has secured contracts with South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to deliver its “Bullfrog” autonomous counter-drone weapon systems. The agreements also include...

November 6, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Ultra Maritime Selected to Supply Systems for Hunter-Class Frigates

Ultra Maritime has been awarded a contract to provide torpedo defense technologies for Australia’s Hunter-class frigates, marking another milestone in the nation’s naval modernization effort. The agreement, issued by...

November 6, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Navantia and Alpha Collaborate on Ship-Launched UAV Technology

Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has entered into a strategic partnership with Alpha Unmanned Systems to jointly develop and integrate ship-launched drone technologies for naval operations. The memorandum of understanding (MoU)...

November 6, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Theon Secures $115M NATO Contract for Night Vision Equipment

Theon International has won a contract exceeding 100 million euros ($115 million) from a European NATO member state to deliver several thousand night vision goggles, monoculars, and binoculars. The...