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March 10, 2025
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Land Platforms

Textron Secures U.S. Army Robotic Combat Vehicle Deal

According to multiple sources cited by Breaking Defense, Textron Systems has emerged as the selected contractor for the US Army’s inaugural Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) development program. Textron’s RIPSAW...

March 10, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Taiwan Military to Buy Four Varieties of Attack Drones

In response to increasing regional threats, Taiwan’s armed forces will acquire four types of kamikaze drones, according to a top defense official. The lineup includes a short-range precision strike...

March 10, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Irving Secures Deal to Construct Canada’s First River Destroyers

The Royal Canadian Navy has awarded Irving Shipbuilding of Nova Scotia an $8 billion CAD ($5.5 billion USD) contract to build the first three River-class destroyers. Under the six-year...

March 10, 2025
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Land Platforms

Poland to Double Order of Black Panther Tanks From South Korea

Poland has outlined its intention to procure a further 180 K2 Black Panther main battle tanks from South Korea, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening ground combat capabilities. This initiative...

March 6, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Morocco Acquires Chinese TB-001K ‘Scorpion’ Drones

In a move to enhance its defense capabilities and solidify strategic ties with China, Morocco has acquired the TB-001K “Scorpion” unmanned aerial vehicle, designed by Sichuan Tengden Sci-Tech Innovation...

March 6, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Australia Gets Backpackable Robots for Bomb Disposal

To bolster its counter-explosive efforts, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) has received deployable SPUR (Squad Packable Utility Robots) Remote Positioning Vehicles – Light from Babcock Australasia. These lightweight, backpack-carried...

March 5, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Sweden Buys Air Compressors for Military Dive Missions

The Swedish Armed Forces have contracted Granzow to deliver as many as 160 breathing air compressors tailored for diving missions. These systems, capable of compressing and purifying large volumes...

March 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Norway to Build Seven Sjøbjørn Rescue Vessels for Denmark

The Danish Coastal Rescue Service has selected Maritime Partner of Norway to build seven Sjøbjørn 71-class vessels, set to become the backbone of its emergency operations across national waters....

Air Industries Lands Landing Gear Contract for B-1B, F-16 Jets

New York-based Air Industries Group has landed contracts worth $1.5 million to produce landing gear parts for the US Air Force’s B-1B Lancer and F-16 aircraft. The company emphasized...

March 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Indra to Supply 600 Radios for Canada’s Defense ATC Upgrade

Indra has secured a contract from the Canadian government to deliver approximately 600 radios in a modernization effort for the country’s air traffic management system. Valued at more than...