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June 3, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Third Kimon-Class Frigate Launched for Greece

Naval Group has marked a key milestone with the launch of the third Kimon-class frigate for Greece at its shipyard in Lorient, France. The warship, named HS Formion (F-603),...

June 3, 2025
G.Krish
Soldier Systems

US DoD Introduces Brain Health Program for Troops

The US Department of Defense has launched a new initiative focused on assessing and safeguarding the cognitive health of military personnel. Known as the Cognitive Monitoring Program, the project...

June 3, 2025
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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
G.Krish
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...