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February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Naval Platforms

Patria Delivers Acoustic Minesweepers to Norway

Patria has completed the delivery of SONAC ACS acoustic minesweeping systems to the Royal Norwegian Navy, fulfilling an order placed in 2021 for an undisclosed sum. The first units...

February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

France Teams Up with KNDS, Safran on Robotic Land Systems

The French defense procurement agency (DGA) has formalized a seven-year framework agreement with KNDS France and Safran Electronics & Defense to advance research into robotic ground systems. Under the...

February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Soldier Systems

Germany Grants Rheinmetall Biggest-Ever Soldier System Deal

Germany’s defense procurement agency has awarded Rheinmetall a follow-on framework contract valued at up to 3.1 billion euros ($3.2 billion) for the supply of cutting-edge soldier-systems. The deal includes...

February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

Airbus Wraps Up NH90 Caïman Deliveries to France

Airbus has delivered the last NH90 Caïman Tactical Transport Helicopter to France, concluding a fleet expansion program that began in 2011. The 63 helicopters were delivered in a bespoke...

February 11, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Latvia Acquires Patria 6×6 Vehicles for Ukraine

The Latvian government has confirmed the purchase of Patria 6×6 armored personnel carriers to support Ukraine’s armed forces. While the exact number of units remains undisclosed, deliveries are scheduled...

February 10, 2025
G.Krish
Defence news online - Air Platforms

Germany’s First P-8A Poseidon Rolled Out by Boeing

At its Seattle facility, Boeing has rolled out Germany’s first P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, part of an eight-unit order. Delivery is slated for August 2025, stemming from Germany’s...

February 10, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

France to Add 530 Serval Armored Vehicles to Army Fleet

France has acquired 530 Serval 4×4 Lightweight Multirole Armored Vehicles under the Synergy of Contact Reinforced by Versatility and Infovalorisation (SCORPION) program, as announced by Armed Forces Minister Sébastien...

February 10, 2025
G.Krish
Unmanned Systems

Australia Set to Receive Third MQ-4C Triton Drone

The third of four MQ-4C Triton drones ordered by Australia has completed its testing phase at Northrop Grumman’s California facility, moving the program closer to delivery. The aircraft will...

February 7, 2025
G.Krish
Land Platforms

Rheinmetall Delivers Skyranger 30 Test Model to Germany

The Bundeswehr has received its first Boxer Skyranger 30 air defense vehicle from Rheinmetall, intended as a verification model for upcoming training and evaluation. This delivery follows a 2023...

February 7, 2025
G.Krish
Communication and Electronics

U.S. Clears $304M Radar Deal with Egypt

Egypt has received approval from the U.S. State Department for the purchase of AN/TPS-78 long-range radar systems in a deal valued at $304 million. The request includes an unspecified...