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March 13, 2025
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Training and Simulation

France Buys Pilatus PC-7 MKX for Military Training

The French Air and Space Force has opted for Pilatus’ PC-7 MKX to modernize its pilot training program. The acquisition comprises 22 aircraft and an integrated training ecosystem, which...

March 13, 2025
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Land Platforms

Bulgaria Weighs Switching Soviet Artillery for French Caesar Guns

As part of efforts to modernize its artillery, Bulgaria is exploring the purchase of the Caesar 155mm self-propelled howitzer as a successor to its 2S1 “Gvozdika” systems. The French...

Boeing Hands Over Final AH-64E Apache to UK Army

The British Army has received its 50th and final AH-64E Apache helicopter from Boeing, concluding a deal signed in 2016. The aircraft was delivered at Boeing’s site in Arizona...

March 12, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Anduril Lands $642M USMC Counter-Drone System Deal

The US Marine Corps has awarded Anduril a 10-year, $642-million contract to deliver and maintain counter-drone systems. The agreement involves supplying “installation-counter small unmanned aircraft systems” and associated services...

March 12, 2025
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Land Platforms

Russia to Deliver New Engines for India’s T-72 Tanks

The Indian Ministry of Defence has awarded a $248-million contract to Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport for the supply of upgraded engines for its T-72 Ural main battle tank...

March 11, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Lockheed Reveals Low-Cost, Modular Cruise Missiles

Lockheed Martin has revealed its Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT), a modular and scalable air vehicle resembling a cruise missile, intended for high-volume deployment. Dubbed the “comet,” this low-cost munition...

March 11, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Canada Awards Deals for Coast Guard’s New Polar Icebreakers

As part of its National Shipbuilding Strategy, Canada has commissioned Vancouver Shipyards and Chantier Davie Canada Inc. to begin development of new polar icebreakers for the coast guard. The...

March 11, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Poland Acquires ‘Tarantula’ Recon UGVs From Local Partner

The Polish government has signed an agreement to equip its military with 96 Tarantula unmanned ground systems, developed locally to enhance reconnaissance operations. The contract, worth approximately 50 million...

March 11, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

UK Military Taps IT Firm for Satellite Software

CGI UK has been awarded a £65-million ($84 million) contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to supply software that will boost the country’s military satellite capabilities. The solution,...

March 11, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Denmark Secures $306M Deal for Kongsberg Naval Missiles

Under a 2.1 billion kroner ($306 million) contract, Denmark has secured Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missiles and associated systems to upgrade its naval arsenal. The NSMs will be deployed aboard...