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March 19, 2026
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Hivemind expands to Japan as Mitsubishi showcases AI-driven UAV mission autonomy

Shield AI and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are working to enhance drone autonomy, allowing unmanned systems to operate independently with the ability to perceive, adapt, and collaborate in real time....

March 19, 2026
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US Navy restructures acquisition system with five new portfolio offices

The US Navy has introduced five dedicated portfolio acquisition executive (PAE) offices aimed at improving procurement efficiency, reducing administrative complexity, and speeding up the delivery of systems to warfighters....

March 19, 2026
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Nigeria obtains $200M to boost defense manufacturing

Nigus International Investment Limited has partnered with Elmirate Investment to sign a memorandum of understanding valued at up to $200 million for advancing defense manufacturing in Nigeria. The agreement...

March 19, 2026
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Element and Leonardo collaborate on next-gen US Navy electromagnetic testing

Element US Space & Defense and Leonardo DRS have entered into a partnership to enhance electromagnetic testing capabilities for the US Navy. The initiative targets system validation needs tied...

March 19, 2026
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Lockheed Martin finalizes industrial partnerships for Czech F-35 program

Lockheed Martin has finalized industrial partnership agreements linked to the Czech Republic’s procurement of F-35 Lightning II jets. The agreements consist of 11 cooperation frameworks that will allow the...

March 19, 2026
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NH90 overview: Europe’s advanced multirole utility helicopter

European defense forces required a next-generation helicopter capable of operating across diverse environments—from maritime missions at sea to troop deployments in austere land bases. This requirement led to the...

March 18, 2026
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BAE to upgrade electronic warfare suite of US Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady aircraft

The United States Air Force has tasked BAE Systems with modernizing the electronic warfare capabilities of the U-2 “Dragon Lady,” under a contract managed through Robins Air Force Base....

March 18, 2026
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Nordic Air Defence enters Poland through partnerships with WB Group and Tantalit

Nordic Air Defence is expanding its footprint into Poland by partnering with WB Group and Tantalit to counter drone threats. The move includes opening a local office and formalizing...

March 18, 2026
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Ananth Technologies teams up with EndureAir to develop indigenous loitering munitions for Indian forces

India is taking a significant step toward self-reliance in defense technology as Ananth Technologies Private Limited and EndureAir Systems Private Limited enter into a Technology Cooperation Agreement to co-develop...

March 18, 2026
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NAL and Solar Defence aim for 2028 testing milestone for India’s next-gen loitering munition

India is advancing its autonomous strike capabilities through a joint effort between CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories and Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited to develop a 150-kg class loitering munition UAV...