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July 19, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

New Zealand Navy Sends Bluebottle Unmanned Vessels to Fiji for Collaborative Maritime Security Missions

The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) has deployed Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) to Fiji as part of Operation Calypso, a major regional effort to bolster maritime security in...

July 18, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Kuwait Deploys Turkish-Built Bayraktar Combat Drones

Turkey has delivered the first Bayraktar TB2 tactical drones to Kuwait, marking the handover with a formal event at Ali Al Salem Air Base. The acquisition stems from a...

July 18, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

BAE’s Multi-Rotor Drone Successfully Conducts First Air-to-Air Test with APKWS Munitions

In a groundbreaking test, BAE Systems has successfully launched a laser-guided munition from its TRV-150 multi-rotor UAV, marking the first air-to-air strike of its kind using an uncrewed drone....

July 17, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Avilus Unveils Next-Gen UAV Lineup for Reconnaissance, Rescue, and Resupply Missions

German UAV manufacturer Avilus has introduced a new series of unmanned aerial systems designed to enhance long-range surveillance, medical logistics, and tactical support operations. Leading the lineup is the...

July 17, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Airbus and Kratos Propose Valkyrie ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone for German Air Force

Germany’s Airbus Defence and Space has partnered with U.S.-based Kratos Defense and Security Solutions to propose the XQ-58A Valkyrie unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to the German Air Force,...

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Norwegian Armed Forces Deploy Small Drones from Skydio

Skydio has secured a contract to supply its advanced small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to the Norwegian Armed Forces. Valued at 101 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $9.8 million), the...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

XTEND Raises $30M in Funding to Advance AI-Powered Military Robotics

XTEND secures $30 million in new funding to expand U.S. presence and scale up its AI-enabled tactical robotic systems. According to the company, the investment will fuel efforts to...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Canada Explores Fighter Drone Integration to Support F-35 Operations

Canada’s Department of Defence is planning to acquire tactical unmanned aerial systems to support and enhance the capabilities of its incoming F-35 fleet. Unclassified documents reviewed by The Canadian...

July 14, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Colombia Launches ‘Dragom’-Its First Homegrown Military Drone

Colombia’s defense ministry is embracing domestic innovation with the introduction of “Dragom,” the country’s first indigenously developed military drone. Created by the Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation (CIAC), Dragom is...

July 14, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Dutch Navy Acquires Eight V-BAT Drones Tested in Ukraine

The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has acquired eight V-BAT vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones for deployment with the Royal Netherlands Navy and Marine Corps. As part of a...