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September 8, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Saab and Hanwha to Explore GLSDB Integration With Chunmoo MLRS

Saab has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hanwha Aerospace to evaluate the integration of the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB) into the Chunmoo multiple rocket launcher system. The...

September 8, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Tiberius Aerospace Secures UK Deal for Game-Changing 150km Artillery Munition

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded Tiberius Aerospace a contract to develop a liquid-fuelled 155mm ramjet artillery round capable of engaging targets at distances up to 150...

September 8, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Germany’s TKMS Teams With Indian Firms to Co-Develop Naval Capabilities

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has signed new agreements with Indian defense firms to co-develop and manufacture naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems. The collaborations strengthen TKMS’s role in supporting...

September 7, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

USAF Launches Falcon Peak to Counter Drones

NORAD and USNORTHCOM have begun “Falcon Peak,” a large-scale counter-unmanned aerial systems exercise to advance U.S. base defenses against small drone threats. Hosted at Eglin Air Force Base through...

September 7, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

AeroVironment Adds Laser to Army Squad Vehicle

The U.S. Army has received its first two mobile Laser Weapon Systems (LWS) designed for counter-drone missions under the AMP-HEL prototyping effort. Built around AeroVironment’s LOCUST 20kW-class laser and...

September 5, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Poland Adds GBU-39B Bombs for F-16, F-35

Warsaw has contracted the US to supply GBU-39/B bombs for both its F-35 and F-16 fleets. Valued at $120M, the deal enhances strike capabilities with extended-range, precision-guided munitions that...

September 4, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Army Fields First AV Counter-Drone Lasers

AeroVironment (AV) has handed over the first two prototypes of its LOCUST mobile counter-drone laser weapon system to the US Army under the Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) program....

September 4, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

China Shows Strongest Laser Weapon for Navy

China showcased its LY-1 high-energy laser weapon at a national parade, signaling progress in directed-energy warfare. Mounted on an HZ141 wheeled vehicle, LY-1 is intended for shipboard defense but...

September 2, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Saab Nimbrix Missile Counters Drone Swarms

Saab has introduced Nimbrix, its first counter-UAS missile aimed at neutralizing small battlefield drones. Designed as a fire-and-forget weapon, it features an active seeker, compact build, and hard-kill airburst...

September 2, 2025
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Kalashnikov Unveils AM-17 Compact Rifles

Russia’s Kalashnikov has completed the first production batch of AM-17 rifles, chambered in 5.45mm. Certified and combat-tested in Ukraine, the 2.5-kg weapon folds below 50cm, ideal for vehicles and...