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May 30, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

AMCA Engine Architecture Built to Support Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion Systems

India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is reportedly being designed with a long-term propulsion strategy that could enable the platform to evolve toward sixth-generation fighter capabilities by the...

May 30, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

MGCS Explained: Europe’s Vision for the Future of Armored Combat

Modern tanks are no longer judged solely by the thickness of their armor or the power of their main gun. Their effectiveness now depends on how seamlessly they operate...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

TransBharat Aviation Becomes Launch Customer for Bell 407GXi in India

Bell Textron has announced the sale of the first Bell 407GXi helicopter in India to TransBharat Aviation Private Limited, one of the country’s longest-serving non-scheduled helicopter operators. Established in...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Tejas Trainer Numbers Rise as India Adopts Next-Generation Fighter Training Doctrine

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly planning to increase the number of Tejas twin-seat trainer aircraft under the second phase of the Tejas Mk1A procurement program as it...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Uralvagonzavod Signals Readiness for Indo-Russian Future Tank Collaboration

Russia has expressed its willingness to work with India on the development of a next-generation main battle tank, with Uralvagonzavod CEO Alexander Potapov stating that the company is prepared...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

New Lithuanian Army Division to Receive 936 Patria 6×6 Armored Platforms

Lithuania’s State Defence Council has approved plans to acquire 936 Patria 6×6 armored vehicles to equip the newly formed division of the Lithuanian Armed Forces. The procurement contract is...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Canadian Submarine Program Gains Navigation Technology Partnership From Kongsberg and OSI

Kongsberg and OSI Maritime Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop and integrate advanced submarine navigation technologies. The collaboration is aligned with Canada’s Canadian Patrol Submarine...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Lithuania’s CAVS Ambitions Backed by Patria Technology Transfer Proposal

Patria has expressed its readiness to support Lithuania’s potential entry into the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program following Vilnius’ approval of plans to acquire more than 900...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

DRDL Develops Next-Generation Guidance Suite to Improve Missile Accuracy

India’s missile capabilities are poised to gain a significant boost in precision as the Defence Research and Development Laboratory develops an advanced navigation and electronic guidance system for next-generation...

May 29, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

RTX Unveils Resilient Communications System Designed to Counter Electronic Jamming

BBN Technologies is developing a new “self-healing” communications capability designed to keep military personnel connected in highly contested operational environments. The system is engineered to maintain uninterrupted data exchange...