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July 25, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Calidus Showcases Missile-Armed MATV Armored Vehicle for Fast Response Missions

Calidus debuted its missile-equipped MATV004 at a Turkish defense event, marking the first regional appearance of the MATV variant armed with dual quad Alheda missile launchers. Presented with other...

July 22, 2025
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

Czech Republic Warns of Payment Halt Due to Delays in Caesar Howitzer Delivery

The Czech Republic is preparing to suspend advance payments for 62 Caesar 8×8 self-propelled howitzers from KNDS France, citing ongoing failures by the company to meet contractual obligations. In...

July 22, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Turkey Debuts Laser-Equipped Vehicle Capable of Disabling Drones in Flight

Turkey has unveiled the ALKA-KAPLAN, a hybrid combat vehicle equipped with a high-energy laser system designed to detect, disrupt, and destroy drones on the battlefield. A joint creation of...

July 22, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Leonardo Unveils Advanced 55-Caliber Gun for Italy’s Next-Gen Battle Tank

Italian defense firm Leonardo has introduced its new 120mm L55 tank gun, designed to deliver higher muzzle velocity and extended range compared to earlier versions. Fully self-funded, the 55-caliber...

July 21, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Israel Signs $150M Deal with AM General for New Humvee Fleet

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has finalized a deal with U.S. manufacturer AM General for the supply of several hundred High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs or Humvees), along with...

July 21, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

French Army Showcases New Griffon-Based 120 mm Mortar Carrier in Paris

The French Army has unveiled a self-propelled mortar variant of its Griffon 6×6 multi-role armored vehicle — known as the Griffon MEPAC (On-Board Mortar for Contact Support) — just...

July 21, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Italy Welcomes First Upgraded Ariete C2 Main Battle Tank

The Iveco-Oto Melara (CIO) consortium has officially delivered the first modernized Ariete C2 main battle tank to the Italian Army during a handover ceremony at the Cecchignola military complex...

July 20, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Belgian Army Unveils Griffon and Falcon CLV Armored Vehicles During 2025 National Day Military Parade

The Army Recognition editorial team provided exclusive coverage of the full-dress rehearsal for Belgium’s National Day military parade, held in Brussels ahead of the official festivities. The rehearsal offered...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Denmark Purchases 129 Common Armored Vehicles from Patria

Denmark has signed a contract with Finnish defense company Patria for the delivery of 129 Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) 6×6 platforms. Deliveries are set to begin this year,...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Hydrogen-Powered K3 Tank Program Launched by South Korea

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem has launched the development of its next-gen K3 main battle tank, intended as the successor to the highly regarded K2 and powered by hydrogen fuel...