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June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

South Korea Unveils Ghost Commander II Carrier for Manned-Unmanned Joint Operations

South Korea has rolled out the Ghost Commander II, a new naval carrier concept built to seamlessly integrate both manned and unmanned systems under a single operational framework. Designed...

June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

Saab, Maxar Partner to Advance Satellite-Aided Autonomy for Drone

Maxar Intelligence and Saab have agreed to jointly develop advanced multi-domain defense systems, with a key focus on satellite-enabled drone operations. The collaboration aims to merge Maxar’s 3D terrain...

June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Australia Donates Guardian-Class Patrol Vessel to Maldives to Boost Maritime Security

Australia has committed to providing the Maldives with a Guardian-class patrol boat, reinforcing growing defense ties and maritime collaboration between the two nations. The donation is intended to support...

June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

Swedish Air Force to Receive Lockheed Martin’s TPY-4 Radar System by 2027

Sweden has chosen Lockheed Martin’s TPY-4 radar to enhance its air surveillance and threat detection capabilities, with deliveries slated for 2027. This ground-based radar system employs Active Electronically Scanned...

Turkey Delivers Combat and Transport Helicopters to Strengthen Somalia’s Armed Forces

Turkey has officially transferred a batch of T129 Atak combat helicopters and utility helicopters to Somalia as part of a growing defense collaboration. The Somali Air Force received three...

June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Missile and Missile Defense

Germany Approves $2.5B IRIS-T Missile Delivery for Ukraine’s Defense

Germany’s Diehl Defence has been awarded a contract worth 2.2 billion euros ($2.5 billion) to deliver additional IRIS-T surface-to-air missile systems to Ukraine, as confirmed by Ukrainian Defense Minister...

June 5, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

EDGE Group Signs $2.45 Billion Patrol Ship Contract With Kuwait

The United Arab Emirates-based EDGE Group has secured a major deal to supply eight Falaj-3 naval patrol vessels to Kuwait in a contract valued at $2.45 billion. This comprehensive...

June 4, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

South Korea’s Ulsan Frigates to Feature Rolls-Royce Propulsion Technology

The Republic of Korea Navy has chosen Rolls-Royce to supply the main propulsion systems for its Ulsan-class frigates, bringing the MT30 marine gas turbines and associated components onboard. The...

New Zealand Upgrades NH90 Helicopter Fleet with Advanced Software and Flight Enhancements

The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has successfully completed a major modernization of its NH90 helicopter fleet, enhancing operational efficiency through both software improvements and upgraded onboard systems...

June 4, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

Raytheon Awarded $536 Million Deal to Equip US Navy with SPY-6 Radars

Raytheon has landed a $536 million contract with the U.S. Navy to support the deployment of SPY-6 radar systems, aimed at boosting the Navy’s detection and tracking capabilities. The...