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March 12, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Anduril Lands $642M USMC Counter-Drone System Deal

The US Marine Corps has awarded Anduril a 10-year, $642-million contract to deliver and maintain counter-drone systems. The agreement involves supplying “installation-counter small unmanned aircraft systems” and associated services...

March 12, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Russia to Deliver New Engines for India’s T-72 Tanks

The Indian Ministry of Defence has awarded a $248-million contract to Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport for the supply of upgraded engines for its T-72 Ural main battle tank...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Missile and Missile Defense

Lockheed Reveals Low-Cost, Modular Cruise Missiles

Lockheed Martin has revealed its Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT), a modular and scalable air vehicle resembling a cruise missile, intended for high-volume deployment. Dubbed the “comet,” this low-cost munition...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Canada Awards Deals for Coast Guard’s New Polar Icebreakers

As part of its National Shipbuilding Strategy, Canada has commissioned Vancouver Shipyards and Chantier Davie Canada Inc. to begin development of new polar icebreakers for the coast guard. The...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

Poland Acquires ‘Tarantula’ Recon UGVs From Local Partner

The Polish government has signed an agreement to equip its military with 96 Tarantula unmanned ground systems, developed locally to enhance reconnaissance operations. The contract, worth approximately 50 million...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

UK Military Taps IT Firm for Satellite Software

CGI UK has been awarded a £65-million ($84 million) contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to supply software that will boost the country’s military satellite capabilities. The solution,...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Missile and Missile Defense

Denmark Secures $306M Deal for Kongsberg Naval Missiles

Under a 2.1 billion kroner ($306 million) contract, Denmark has secured Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missiles and associated systems to upgrade its naval arsenal. The NSMs will be deployed aboard...

March 11, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Japan Brings Fourth Taigei-Class Submarine Into Service

Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force has inducted the fourth unit of its Taigei-class diesel-electric submarines, the JS Raigei, developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries. The commissioning comes three years after the...

March 10, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Turkey’s Navy to Get New ULAQ Drone Ship Models

According to state media, ARES Shipyard and Meteksan Defense will provide the Turkish Navy with two upgraded ULAQ unmanned sea vehicles. The ULAQ 12 is engineered for anti-surface missions,...

March 10, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

US Army Gets First Strykers and JLTVs in Upgrade Drive

As part of its ground forces modernization effort, the US Army has delivered the first Stryker armored vehicles and JLTVs to Pennsylvania. The 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, also...