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July 30, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

India Launches Development of First AI-Based Patrol Ship for Sea Threat Response

Construction is underway in India for the country’s inaugural AI-integrated patrol ship, the NGOPV. Designed for long-range missions and rapid response in maritime zones, the 2,700-ton vessel will feature...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

French Firm SEAir to Build Autonomous Naval Platform for EU Initiative

Backed by the European Defence Fund, SEAir is developing ARROW, an uncrewed 12-meter vessel capable of autonomous missions at up to 45 knots. With a focus on stealth, agility,...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Turkey to Supply Two Istif Frigates to Indonesian Navy

At a defense convention in Istanbul, Indonesia signed a contract to acquire two Istif-class frigates from Turkey. The $1-billion deal, involving PT PAL and TAIS, advances both countries’ defense...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Delivers Additional Abrams Main Battle Tanks to Taiwan

As part of a broader defense modernization plan, Taiwan has received 42 additional M1A2T Abrams main battle tanks from the US. The shipment, delayed briefly by storms, follows an...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

US Navy Helicopters to Gain Raytheon’s New-Generation Targeting System

RTX’s Raytheon has unveiled the MTS-A-HD, a next-gen targeting system offering high-definition imaging and improved operational flexibility for US Navy helicopters. With modular architecture and enhanced sensor performance, it...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
Financial Announcements

US Contracts Lockheed Martin for $2 Billion to Deliver THAAD Interceptors

To restore its interceptor inventory after recent use in the Middle East, the US has tasked Lockheed Martin with a $2B contract for THAAD production. Deliveries will support global...

July 29, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

German Air Force A400M to Receive Elbit’s DIRCM Self-Protection System

Under a six-year, $260-million deal, Elbit Systems will supply its J-MUSIC infrared countermeasure systems for Germany’s A400M fleet. The self-defense upgrade, led by Airbus, will enhance protection against MANPADS...

July 28, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Czech Republic Inks Leopard 2A4 Maintenance Agreement with Rheinmetall to Upgrade Armored Capabilities

The Czech Ministry of Defence has formally signed a strategic framework agreement with Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH for the long-term maintenance of the Czech Army’s Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks....

July 28, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Tokyo Fire Department Expands Fleet with New Airbus H225 Helicopter

Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract from Japan’s Tokyo Fire Department for the delivery of an H225 helicopter, awarded following a competitive tender. The new aircraft will replace an...

July 28, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Elbit Secures $260 Million Deal to Equip Germany’s A400M Fleet with DIRCM Self-Protection Systems

Elbit Systems Ltd has announced a contract award valued at approximately $260 million from Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus DS) to supply its J-MUSIC™ Directed Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM)...