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July 1, 2025
G.Krish
Training and Simulation

Israel Cleared to Purchase $510 Million Worth of Bomb Guidance Kits from US

On Monday, the US confirmed the approval of a $510 million weapons sale to Israel, including bomb guidance kits and logistical support, as Israel seeks to replenish its stockpile...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Cybersecurity

US Navy Awards M-tron $5.5 Million Deal for RF Components in Weapon System

M-tron Industries has been awarded a $5.5 million production contract to supply advanced radio frequency (RF) components for a critical US Navy weapon system. The order includes durable crystal...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Italian Navy Commissions Fincantieri to Build New Combat Vessels

Fincantieri has been awarded a contract to build two more Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) multipurpose combat ships for the Italian Navy, replacing vessels initially planned for Indonesia. The contract...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

US Army Teams Up With BAE to Advance 52-Caliber M109 Paladin Howitzer

BAE Systems has signed a development agreement with the US Army to fast-track the 52-caliber M109 self-propelled howitzer prototype. The collaboration, formalized under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

Maiden Flight Successfully Conducted by South Korea’s Indigenous Minesweeping Helicopter

South Korea has completed the first flight of its locally developed mine countermeasures helicopter in South Gyeongsang Province. This milestone is part of a 347.7-billion-won ($256.6 million) project initiated...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Combat Service and Support Equipment

US Army Bases to Receive Enhanced Protection Under General Dynamics Initiative

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has been awarded a $580 million task order to maintain the security infrastructure and ensure constant readiness across US Army bases. Under this agreement,...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Boxer Fleet With 30mm Remote Turrets Set for Deployment by German Medium Forces

Germany has outlined plans to acquire Boxer armored fighting vehicles to equip its newly established Medium Forces with essential combat capabilities. The order will feature Boxer variants fitted with...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

Hanwha Secures South Korean Order for 80 Engines for Boramae Fighter Jets

Hanwha Aerospace has been awarded a contract to deliver propulsion systems for the KF-21 Boramae, South Korea’s domestically developed fifth-generation fighter. The deal, worth 623.2 billion Korean won ($460.7...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

US Navy Awards General Dynamics $1.8 Billion Deal for Virginia-Class Submarines

General Dynamics Electric Boat has received a $1.8 billion contract from the US Department of Defense to continue acquiring long lead-time materials for the Virginia-class Block VI submarines. The...

June 30, 2025
G.Krish
Training and Simulation

Zen’s Latest Optical Filter Targets Simplification of Laser Training Systems

Zen Technologies of India has created a new optical filter that promises to improve the accuracy, lifespan, and maintenance efficiency of military laser training equipment. The innovation, called the...