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September 20, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Russia debuts upgraded Sarma 300mm rocket launcher on KamAZ-63501 platform

At the Motovilikhinskiye Zavody facility in Perm, Russian industry showcased a new variant of the 9A52-4 Sarma multiple launch rocket system (MLRS). Built on an 8×8 KamAZ-63501 truck with...

September 19, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

US Army Set to Field XM204 Advanced Terrain-Shaping Munitions in Europe

Following a series of evaluations, the US Army has cleared the XM204 terrain-shaping munition for fielding in Europe. The system, tested at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona, is an...

September 18, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Norway Cleared to Purchase 816 GBU-39B Precision-Guided Bombs from US

Norway is set to acquire up to 816 GBU-39B Small Diameter Bomb Increment I munitions under a potential $113 million Foreign Military Sale approved by the US State Department....

September 18, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Norway Greenlit for $162M MK 54 Torpedo Purchase From US

Norway is set to acquire up to 50 MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedoes under a potential $162 million foreign military sale approved by the US State Department. The...

September 17, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Britain Enhances Firepower of L111A1 Heavy Machine Gun

The British government has awarded FN Herstal a £20 million ($27.3 million) contract to modernize the L111A1 heavy machine gun, boosting its effectiveness as part of a long-term program...

September 16, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Rafael Unveils Largest Iron Beam in Ongoing Laser Defense Push

At DSEI 2025, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems showcased the Iron Beam 450, the largest and most advanced variant of its laser air defense systems. The company highlighted that the...

September 15, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

PGZ and BAE to Establish 155mm Artillery Ammunition Plant in Poland

PGZ and BAE Systems have signed an agreement to build a state-of-the-art 155mm artillery ammunition factory in Poland. The project will see BAE transfer its advanced production methods and...

September 12, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Hanwha and Poland Broaden Partnership on Ammunition, Missiles

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has expanded its presence in Europe by signing two agreements in Poland to advance ammunition testing and missile production. The move supports Poland’s push to...

September 11, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

EVOLYS MG Unveiled by FN in UK

The EVOLYS ultralight machine gun from FN Herstal offers a new option for troops requiring firepower and mobility. Chambered in NATO-standard 5.56mm and 7.62mm, the weapon weighs between 5.5...

September 9, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Anti-Drone SMASH Added to HMGs, Vehicles

Smartshooter has expanded its SMASH fire control system beyond rifles, adapting it for heavy machine guns, vehicles, and remote platforms during Project VANAHEIM. The system, linked to ATAK, demonstrated...