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May 2, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

‘Lumberjack’ is Northrop’s New Jet-Powered Kamikaze Drone

At the Modern Day Marine event in Washington, DC, Northrop Grumman revealed the “Lumberjack,” a versatile, one-way loitering drone designed for multi-role battlefield use. Jet-powered and modular, it can...

The last CV-22 Osprey aircraft will be delivered to the US Air Force by Boeing and Bell.

The final CV-22 Osprey under the Program of Record has begun production, Bell and Boeing announced, with completion expected in the coming months. Built at Bell’s Amarillo, Texas, assembly...

May 1, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

The MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 extended range is now available to American Marines.

The US Marine Corps has received an MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 Extended Range (ER) drone from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, marking a significant enhancement in long-endurance mission capability. With...

May 1, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

The MRZR all-terrain tactical vehicle now has a 1 kW version, which Polaris launched.

At the Modern Day Marine defense expo, Polaris Government and Defense unveiled a new MRZR Alpha variant featuring a one-kilowatt exportable power unit, enhancing its operational versatility. Built to...

April 28, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

China Develops Drone Technology Capable of Detecting Submarines

Chinese researchers say they have developed a drone-based system capable of detecting submarines in oceanic “blind spots” where traditional methods fall short.

April 26, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

North Korea Unveils Newly Built Naval Destroyer

North Korea has introduced a new warship it claims to be a destroyer equipped with some of the “most powerful weapons” during a formal launch ceremony. The move follows...

April 25, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Netherlands Orders 150 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles From Oshkosh Defense

The Netherlands has awarded Oshkosh Defense a contract to deliver 150 Dutch Expeditionary Patrol Vehicles (DXPV) under its Future Littoral All Terrain Mobility – Patrol Vehicle (FLATM-PV) initiative. The...

April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Kopin Secures Deal to Supply Microdisplays for Combat Aviation Helmets

Kopin Corporation has secured a $7.5-million contract to deliver advanced microdisplays used in helmet-mounted systems for military aviators. The displays, designed to improve pilots’ situational awareness in high-speed operations,...

April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Vietnam Nears $700M Deal With India for BrahMos Supersonic Missiles

Vietnam is close to finalizing a $700-million agreement with India to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles for integration into both land-based and air-launched platforms, including its Su-30 fighter jets....

April 24, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

UAE’s EDGE Courts Brazil With ANAVIA HT-100 Uncrewed Helicopter Offering

UAE-based defense company EDGE has introduced its ANAVIA HT-100 unmanned helicopter to Brazil, showcasing its advanced capabilities during a demonstration at the Army Activities Centre in Rio de Janeiro....