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June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Norway to Supply Advanced Sniper Scopes to Armed Forces

Norway has signed a contract with Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security to procure advanced sniper rifle optics for its military. The deal, worth 92 million Norwegian kroner (approximately...

June 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

BAE and Iveco Pitch BvS10 to Italian Forces

BAE Systems Hägglunds and Iveco Defence Vehicles have formalized a strategic agreement to promote the BvS10 all-terrain armored vehicle for potential adoption by the Italian Armed Forces. Under a...

Spanish Navy Gets Two NH90 Choppers From Airbus

Airbus Helicopters has officially handed over the first two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters (MSPT variant) to the Spanish Navy. These helicopters mark the initial deliveries from a seven-aircraft order...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Russia Reveals New Ivan Gren-Class Landing Ship

The Yantar Shipyard under United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC) has launched the Russian Navy’s newest Ivan Gren-class landing vessel, the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, at its Kaliningrad facility. This marks the...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Hyundai and Portugal Partner on Submarine Project

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has entered into a cooperative agreement with the Portuguese Navy aimed at the potential co-development of advanced small submarine platforms. The memorandum was formalized during...

June 2, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Helmets Get Upgrade With New LX9 Liner

Gentex Corporation has launched the Gentex LX9™ Liner System, a new helmet upgrade optimized for comfort and compatibility with various ground combat helmets. The lightweight drop-in liner is designed...

June 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Patria to Build Armored Vehicles Locally in Latvia

Patria and GDELS-Santa Barbara Sistemas have entered into a partnership to assemble and sustain ASCOD infantry fighting vehicles at Patria’s facility in Latvia. This move celebrates the fifth year...

June 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Israel to Equip US Troops With New Rifle Control Systems

SMARTSHOOTER has landed a $13 million contract to provide its SMASH 2000L advanced fire control systems to the US Army. Known also as SMASH 3000s, these compact devices support...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkey Rolls Out Third Sub in Reis-Class Fleet

Turkey has unveiled its third Reis-class submarine, the TCG Murat Reis (S-332), at the Gölcük Naval Shipyard in Kocaeli. This launch follows the commissioning of the first vessel in...

Denmark Secures Advanced F-35 Simulation Tech for Pilots

The Danish Ministry of Defence has acquired advanced simulators, known as “threat emitters,” to enhance the training of its F-35 Lightning II pilots. These devices replicate the behavior of...