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April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Kopin Secures Deal to Supply Microdisplays for Combat Aviation Helmets

Kopin Corporation has secured a $7.5-million contract to deliver advanced microdisplays used in helmet-mounted systems for military aviators. The displays, designed to improve pilots’ situational awareness in high-speed operations,...

April 24, 2025
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Vietnam Nears $700M Deal With India for BrahMos Supersonic Missiles

Vietnam is close to finalizing a $700-million agreement with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles for integration into both land-based and air-launched platforms, including its Su-30 fighter jets....

April 24, 2025
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UAE’s EDGE Courts Brazil With ANAVIA HT-100 Uncrewed Helicopter Offering

UAE-based defense company EDGE has introduced its ANAVIA HT-100 unmanned helicopter to Brazil, showcasing its advanced capabilities during a demonstration at the Army Activities Centre in Rio de Janeiro....

April 24, 2025
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AeroVironment to Supply Jump Drones to Italy Under $47 Million Contract

Italy has inked a $46.6 million contract with AeroVironment to procure Jump 20 fixed-wing UAVs, which will replace its aging RQ-7 Shadow drone fleet. The five-year agreement includes comprehensive...

April 24, 2025
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CAE Wins US Army Contract to Provide Advanced Helicopter Training Support

CAE Defense & Security has been awarded a $180 million contract to deliver advanced training services for US Army rotary-wing aircraft personnel. The agreement covers pilot instruction, maintenance evaluator...

April 23, 2025
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Taiwan Showcases Upgraded M1167 Humvee With Enhanced Protection and Firepower

The Republic of China Army has officially presented its newly adopted M1167 Humvee tactical ground system in Taichung, designed for improved battlefield survivability and operational flexibility. Equipped with reinforced...

April 23, 2025
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Ireland Acquires First Radar System Capable of Detecting Stealth Aircraft

Ireland is set to field its first primary military radar system capable of identifying aircraft designed to evade traditional detection methods, including stealth platforms. The system will also track...

April 23, 2025
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New Product Launches

Israeli Military Fields ‘Robdozer’, a Heavily Armored Unmanned Engineering Platform

The Israeli military has introduced a remote-operated engineering vehicle, dubbed the “Robdozer,” aimed at redefining combat engineering in conflict zones like Gaza. Based on the D9 bulldozer, the unmanned...

April 22, 2025
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Mergers & JV

South Korea and UAE Sign Agreement on KF-21 Boramae Fighter Collaboration

South Korea and the United Arab Emirates have signed a letter of intent to enhance cooperation on the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet program. The pact, signed by air force...

April 22, 2025
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Mergers & JV

UAE to Manufacture Raytheon’s Coyote Counter-Drone Systems Domestically

Raytheon has entered a strategic partnership with the UAE’s Tawazun Council to enable local production of its Coyote counter-drone system. The agreement includes a significant technology transfer through Raytheon...