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February 19, 2025
G.Krish
Weapons and Munition

DZYNE Unveils Wearable Anti-Drone Kit

At an international defense show in the UAE, DZYNE Technologies showcased its portable c-sUAS solution—the Dronebuster DTIM kit. Engineered to counter threats from enemy drones, the lightweight system supports...

February 19, 2025
G.Krish
Soldier Systems

Galvion to Ship 35,000 Batlskin Helmets to Middle East

Galvion has received multiple orders for the delivery of 35,000 Batlskin helmets to customers across the Middle East. The contracts include two advanced variants—the PDxT and VIPER models. Although...

February 19, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

AeroVironment Debuts Jump 20-X UAS for Naval Use

At IDEX 2025, AeroVironment debuted the Jump 20-X UAS, a maritime-optimized evolution of its Jump-20 vertical take-off and landing drone. Equipped with AI capabilities, the autonomous aircraft is tailored...

February 19, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

UAE Unveils ‘Magnus’ Hybrid Military Off-Roader

Emirati defense firm Eneron has launched the “Magnus,” an advanced hybrid off-road vehicle engineered to redefine border patrol and quick-response capabilities. Sporting a bold, rugged design with composite armor...

February 18, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

Vegvisir Launches VR Command Solution for Defense

Vegvisir, a defense startup from Estonia and Croatia, has presented its Virtual Command Station at IDEX 2025 in the United Arab Emirates. This lightweight and mobile command and control...

February 18, 2025
G.Krish
Training and Simulation

Dutch Air Force Taps Rheinmetall for C-390 Simulators

Rheinmetall has been selected by Embraer to provide advanced C-390 transport aircraft simulation systems for training Royal Netherlands Air Force personnel. The package comprises a Full Flight and Mission...

February 18, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

Saab to Reveal Coastal Radar at IDEX 2025

At the upcoming International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in the UAE, Saab will introduce its new Coast Control Radar. Designed to safeguard national waters and manage maritime movement,...

February 18, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

Italy Receives First AW249 Phoenix Helicopters for Army

As part of its army rotorcraft modernization plan, Italy has ordered the first tranche of AW249 Fenice (Phoenix) attack helicopters from Leonardo. The program, initiated in 2017, envisions a...

February 17, 2025
G.Krish
Combat Service and Support Equipment

US and Poland Ink $1.4B Air Defense Contracts with Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman has landed a pair of contracts worth a combined $1.4 billion to supply advanced air and missile defense systems to the U.S. and Poland. The initial $481-million,...

February 14, 2025
G.Krish
Combat Service and Support Equipment

BAE Orders Saab Tank and Anti-Air Systems for CV90s

BAE Systems Hägglunds has awarded Saab a 700-million SEK ($63 million) contract to deliver its UTAAS sighting and fire control system for the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle. Specifically designed...