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March 24, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Zen Technologies Broadens Capabilities With AI, Acquisitions, and Key Defence Contract

Zen Technologies, a Hyderabad-based leader in combat simulation systems, is undergoing a strategic transformation to expand its role within the defence sector. Previously focused on training solutions, the company...

March 23, 2026
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

US Army Chooses Elbit to Supply HUD Systems for Black Hawk and Chinook Helicopters

The US Army has selected Elbit Systems America under a $49.9 million deal to deliver advanced heads-up displays for its UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 Chinook helicopter fleets. The...

March 19, 2026
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

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 16, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

VR-based training is introduced into South Korean Army reservist drills

The South Korean Army is expanding the use of virtual reality and digital monitoring systems in reservist training to enhance realism and improve combat readiness, according to The Korea...

March 15, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches

India Unveils T-12 CUAS Kinetic Kill Suite With 90-Meter Anti-Drone Range

Modern conflicts do more than test military power—they accelerate innovation, generate operational knowledge, and push nations to rapidly field new capabilities. They also provide a critical proving ground for...

March 13, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Army Taps Elbit for Helmet-Mounted Soldier Mission Command Technology

The US Army has awarded Elbit America a $120.5-million contract to develop a helmet-mounted mission command system designed to combine data from multiple battlefield sensors into a single visual...

March 12, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

UK Army to Issue MANET-Enabled Radios to Airborne Units

The United Kingdom has chosen Persistent Systems to supply the British Army’s global response force with an advanced tactical communications system that provides voice and broadband connectivity without relying...

March 11, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Thales Introduces STORM 2 Personal Drone Defense System for Troops

Thales Group has introduced STORM 2, a lightweight, soldier-worn system designed to enhance troop protection against unmanned aerial threats. The portable device provides frontline personnel with localized counter-drone capabilities...

March 10, 2026
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

Ottawa Allocates $663M to Advance UAV and Aerospace Defense Innovation

Canada is planning to invest more than 900 million Canadian dollars (about $663 million) to strengthen research into drones and airborne defense systems, including the establishment of a new...

March 3, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Kopin Wins $3.6M Deal to Supply Helmet-Mounted Displays for European Helicopter Program

Kopin Corporation has received a $3.6-million order for its helmet-mounted display (HMD) systems, which will be integrated into an undisclosed European military rotary-wing aircraft platform. Deliveries under the multi-year...