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HII Demonstrates Automated Shipboard Launch and Recovery for REMUS Robotic Submarines
Naval power
FEB 4, 20265 min

HII Demonstrates Automated Shipboard Launch and Recovery for REMUS Robotic Submarines

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has successfully demonstrated its Sea Launcher system, achieving the first fully automated shipboard launch and recovery of a REMUS robotic submarine. The advancement reduces sailor risk and is vital for the future of distributed naval operations.

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Huntington Ingalls Industries’ USS Zumwalt Completes Sea Trials as U.S. Navy’s First Hypersonic Strike Destroyer
Naval power
FEB 4, 20265 min

Huntington Ingalls Industries’ USS Zumwalt Completes Sea Trials as U.S. Navy’s First Hypersonic Strike Destroyer

Huntington Ingalls Industries has completed builder’s sea trials for the transformed USS Zumwalt, the U.S. Navy’s first stealth destroyer reconfigured as a hypersonic strike platform. The ship’s twin guns were replaced with Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) missiles, creating a new long-range, survivable weapon for contested environments.

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Royal Australian Air Force Welcomes First $1.6 Billion MC-55A Peregrine Spy Plane
Army
FEB 4, 20265 min

Royal Australian Air Force Welcomes First $1.6 Billion MC-55A Peregrine Spy Plane

The Royal Australian Air Force has received the first of four MC-55A Peregrine aircraft, a $1.6 billion electronic warfare jet that will serve as the networking brain linking F-35s, Growlers, and drones across the Indo-Pacific.

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U.S. Military Bolsters Forces in Middle East as Trump Warns of "Big Flotilla" Amid Iran Tensions
AirForce
FEB 4, 20265 min

U.S. Military Bolsters Forces in Middle East as Trump Warns of "Big Flotilla" Amid Iran Tensions

The U.S. military is surging forces, including the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group, toward the Middle East as former President Trump warns of a “big flotilla” headed for Iran. The buildup follows threats of strikes over Iran’s violent crackdown, with regional tensions at a boiling point.

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U.S. Navy’s First Stealth Hypersonic Strike Destroyer USS Zumwalt Completes Builder’s Sea Trials
Naval power
FEB 4, 20265 min

U.S. Navy’s First Stealth Hypersonic Strike Destroyer USS Zumwalt Completes Builder’s Sea Trials

Huntington Ingalls Industries confirms the USS Zumwalt has completed sea trials as the U.S. Navy's first stealth destroyer converted for hypersonic strike. The ship now carries Conventional Prompt Strike missiles, trading its massive guns for Mach 5+ capability to counter China and Russia.

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NATO Chief Rutte Urges Arctic Unity Against China, Russia While Sidestepping U.S.-Denmark Greenland Dispute
Army
FEB 4, 20265 min

NATO Chief Rutte Urges Arctic Unity Against China, Russia While Sidestepping U.S.-Denmark Greenland Dispute

NATO chief Mark Rutte urges collective defense of the Arctic against Chinese and Russian influence but sidelines the U.S.-Denmark row over Greenland. He insists support for Ukraine remains the alliance's overriding priority despite growing Far North tensions.

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Pentagon’s Swarm Forge Demo Shows One Operator Can Now Command a Lethal Drone Swarm
AirForce
JAN 29, 20265 min

Pentagon’s Swarm Forge Demo Shows One Operator Can Now Command a Lethal Drone Swarm

The Pentagon's Swarm Forge has demonstrated a single operator destroying three targets with a synchronized drone swarm. Using Auterion’s Nemyx software, the system allows for autonomous, resilient attacks and could be fielded by the U.S. military by the end of this year.

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DOD Inspector General Warns Bureaucratic Confusion Leaves Major US Bases Exposed to Drone Attacks
AirForce
JAN 29, 20265 min

DOD Inspector General Warns Bureaucratic Confusion Leaves Major US Bases Exposed to Drone Attacks

A Pentagon Inspector General report reveals bureaucratic confusion leaves major US bases like Luke Air Force Base exposed to drone attacks. Conflicting policies and a lack of clear mandates under Section 130i have created critical security vulnerabilities, despite rising threats.

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Italian Shipbuilder Fincantieri Launches Navy's Advanced 'Quirinale' Research Vessel
Naval power
JAN 29, 20265 min

Italian Shipbuilder Fincantieri Launches Navy's Advanced 'Quirinale' Research Vessel

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has launched the Navy's new 6,000-ton hydro-oceanographic vessel “Quirinale.” The 110-meter ship, capable of operating in -16°C temperatures, will host 140 personnel and deploy autonomous vehicles for the Italian Hydrographic Institute, emphasizing cutting-edge research and environmental sustainability.

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NASA WB-57 Pilot Executes Heroic Gear-Up Emergency Landing in Houston
AirForce
JAN 29, 20265 min

NASA WB-57 Pilot Executes Heroic Gear-Up Emergency Landing in Houston

A NASA pilot performed a heroic gear-up emergency landing of a WB-57 research aircraft at Ellington Field, Houston, after a mechanical failure. The crew is safe, but the incident may affect the plane's role in observing the upcoming Artemis II lunar mission.

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Trump and US Air Force Bolster Middle East Posture with Drills as Iran Tensions Mount
AirForce
JAN 29, 20265 min

Trump and US Air Force Bolster Middle East Posture with Drills as Iran Tensions Mount

As President Donald Trump threatens Iran over its nuclear program, the US Air Force is conducting multi-day combat drills in the Middle East. The show of force, alongside the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group, raises stakes amid a deadly crackdown on protests and stalled diplomacy.

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Chinese Military Analysts Detail PLA Navy's Upgraded H-6J Bomber: Enhanced Range and Reconnaissance
AirForce
JAN 27, 20265 min

Chinese Military Analysts Detail PLA Navy's Upgraded H-6J Bomber: Enhanced Range and Reconnaissance

PLA Navy analysts reveal the H-6J maritime strike bomber's new pods act as an "extra pair of eyes," boosting its reach to 3,500km. The upgrade enhances long-range targeting for YJ-12 missiles in key regions like the South China Sea.

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Secret Service's New Armored Cadillac Escalade Presidential Limo Debuts for Trump in Davos
Army
JAN 27, 20265 min

Secret Service's New Armored Cadillac Escalade Presidential Limo Debuts for Trump in Davos

A new armored Cadillac Escalade has joined the U.S. Secret Service's presidential fleet, spotted transporting President Donald Trump in Davos. The vehicle features heavy visible armoring and follows a GM contract to develop next-generation protective limousines.

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PLA Navy’s Type 055 Destroyer “Zunyi” Sharpens Anti-Submarine Warfare Edge in South China Sea Drills
Naval power
JAN 27, 20265 min

PLA Navy’s Type 055 Destroyer “Zunyi” Sharpens Anti-Submarine Warfare Edge in South China Sea Drills

The PLA Navy’s Type 055 destroyer Zunyi has honed its anti-submarine warfare skills in South China Sea drills. With powerful new sonar and dual helicopter hangars for Z-20s, the warship is evolving into a complete multi-role combat platform, covering over 50,000 nautical miles in training.

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Chinese Weapons Scientist Points to Ukraine's DIY Drone Bombs for Battlefield Inspiration
Army
JAN 27, 20265 min

Chinese Weapons Scientist Points to Ukraine's DIY Drone Bombs for Battlefield Inspiration

A top Norinco scientist says China should learn from Ukraine's DIY drone-dropped micro bombs, including grenades modified with badminton shuttlecocks. Chief Scientist Cai Yi's analysis reveals China's close study of the conflict to inspire new, modular weapons for the People’s Liberation Army.

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U.S. Navy's P-8 Poseidon Patrol Jet Flies Unusual Presidential Security Mission Over Miami
AirForce
JAN 27, 20265 min

U.S. Navy's P-8 Poseidon Patrol Jet Flies Unusual Presidential Security Mission Over Miami

A U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol jet executed a rare presidential Combat Air Patrol mission, providing overwatch for President Donald Trump at a Miami football game. The aircraft, using powerful surveillance sensors, supported the U.S. Secret Service in a highly unusual domestic security role.

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British Army's Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank Fires New Gun in Historic First Trials
Army
JAN 27, 20265 min

British Army's Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank Fires New Gun in Historic First Trials

The British Army's next-generation Challenger 3 main battle tank has fired its powerful new 120mm gun for the first time. Developed by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) under an £800 million contract, the tank features cutting-edge armor and the Trophy Active Protection System for survival on the modern battlefield, with service entry planned for 2027.

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Congress Backs Boeing’s E-7 Wedgetail with $1.1 Billion, Reversing Pentagon Cancellation
AirForce
JAN 27, 20265 min

Congress Backs Boeing’s E-7 Wedgetail with $1.1 Billion, Reversing Pentagon Cancellation

U.S. Congress is injecting $1.1 billion into the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail program, overriding the Pentagon's attempt to cancel the next-generation radar jet. The move ensures the U.S. Air Force will get a modern replacement for its aging E-3 AWACS fleet.

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Qatari Firm Performance Marine Unveils Armed Ghost 7 USV, Targets 2026 Sea Trials
Naval power
JAN 22, 20265 min

Qatari Firm Performance Marine Unveils Armed Ghost 7 USV, Targets 2026 Sea Trials

Qatari company Performance Marine, led by CEO Sheikh Hassan Al Thani, has unveiled the armed Ghost 7 unmanned surface vessel. The seven-meter USV, set for 2026 sea trials, features modular combat and ISR configurations and is aimed at both Qatari and GCC export markets.

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Chinese Military Analysts Warn PLA Must Rethink Taiwan Operations Under US and Japan Surveillance
Naval power
JAN 22, 20265 min

Chinese Military Analysts Warn PLA Must Rethink Taiwan Operations Under US and Japan Surveillance

Chinese military analysts say the People’s Liberation Army must adapt to fighting under constant surveillance after Justice Mission 2025 triggered an immediate US and Japanese response. Experts including Song Zhongping and Yue Gang warn that avoiding detection is no longer realistic, pushing the PLA toward electronic warfare and resilience strategies.

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China State Shipbuilding Corporation Unveils 50MW Powerhouse for Next-Gen Warships
Naval power
JAN 22, 20265 min

China State Shipbuilding Corporation Unveils 50MW Powerhouse for Next-Gen Warships

China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) is developing a powerful 50-megawatt gas turbine to propel its future warships. The CGT50 engine, part of a new indigenous family of turbines, aims to end reliance on foreign technology and enable advanced naval systems like lasers and railguns.

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Japan’s New Anti-Ship Missile Uses Barrel Rolls To Dodge Enemy Defenses
Missile
JAN 22, 20265 min

Japan’s New Anti-Ship Missile Uses Barrel Rolls To Dodge Enemy Defenses

Japan’s Ministry of Defense has revealed its New SSM cruise missile can execute spiraling barrel rolls in its final attack phase to dodge enemy defenses. Developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, the stealthy missile exceeds 620 miles in range and is a key part of Tokyo's response to growing maritime threats.

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South Korea Fields “Monster Missile” Hyunmoo-5 with 17,000-Pound Bunker-Buster Warhead
Army
JAN 22, 20265 min

South Korea Fields “Monster Missile” Hyunmoo-5 with 17,000-Pound Bunker-Buster Warhead

South Korea has begun fielding the Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile, a “monster” weapon with a 17,000-pound conventional warhead designed to destroy North Korea’s deepest bunkers. The missile is a key pillar of Seoul’s strategy to counter Pyongyang’s nuclear threats with overwhelming conventional force.

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PowerLight Technologies Unveils Laser System That Can Wirelessly Charge Drones Nearly 2km Away
AirForce
JAN 21, 20265 min

PowerLight Technologies Unveils Laser System That Can Wirelessly Charge Drones Nearly 2km Away

PowerLight Technologies has unveiled a laser system that wirelessly charges drones from nearly 2km away. Developed with U.S. Central Command, the kilowatt-class beam could enable drones to fly indefinitely without landing to recharge.

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China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier Flaws Point to Nuclear Power for Next Ship, Says Military Magazine
Naval power
JAN 21, 20265 min

China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier Flaws Point to Nuclear Power for Next Ship, Says Military Magazine

An analysis in Shipborne Weapons Defence Review argues that design flaws on China's new 80,000-tonne Fujian carrier, including bottlenecked catapults, stem from its conventional power. The solution for China's next carrier, it says, is nuclear propulsion.

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General Atomics' MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Hunts Submarines with Expanded Sonobuoy System
Naval power
JAN 21, 20265 min

General Atomics' MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Hunts Submarines with Expanded Sonobuoy System

General Atomics has tested its MQ-9B SeaGuardian drone with a new Expanded Sonobuoy Dispensing System, doubling its payload to hunt submarines. The drone’s 24+ hour endurance provides persistent surveillance that relieves crewed P-8A Poseidon aircraft.

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Ukrainian Firm Skyeton Sends World's First Hydrogen-Powered Combat Drone into Battle
AirForce
JAN 21, 20265 min

Ukrainian Firm Skyeton Sends World's First Hydrogen-Powered Combat Drone into Battle

Ukrainian company Skyeton has sent the world's first hydrogen-powered combat drone, the Raybird, into an active warzone. The hybrid system provides 12 hours of flight with minimal heat and noise, marking a major shift from prototype to operational military technology.

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Putin Holds First Talks With Iranian and Israeli Leaders as Mass Protests and U.S. Threats Roil Region
Army
JAN 20, 20265 min

Putin Holds First Talks With Iranian and Israeli Leaders as Mass Protests and U.S. Threats Roil Region

Russian President Vladimir Putin held separate calls with Iranian and Israeli leaders, positioning Moscow as a mediator amid mass protests in Iran that have left 2,677 dead and following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats of military action.

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US Navy to Deploy Experimental Drone Boats Under Fleet Control This Year, Official Says
Naval power
JAN 20, 20265 min

US Navy to Deploy Experimental Drone Boats Under Fleet Control This Year, Official Says

US Navy Captain Garrett Miller announced the Sea Hunter and Seahawk drone boats will transition to fleet control this year, with one deploying with a carrier strike group in 2026. A senior admiral projects 45% of the surface fleet could be unmanned by 2045.

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European Nations Deploy Troops to Greenland as Trump Annexation Threats Escalate NATO Crisis
Army
JAN 20, 20265 min

European Nations Deploy Troops to Greenland as Trump Annexation Threats Escalate NATO Crisis

Germany, Sweden, France and other European NATO members are deploying troops to Greenland in a historic show of solidarity with Denmark, as US President Donald Trump’s threats to annex the island trigger an unprecedented crisis within the military alliance.

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Israeli Air Force CH-53 Drops Stricken UH-60 in Dramatic Sling-Load Mishap Caught on Video
AirForce
JAN 20, 20265 min

Israeli Air Force CH-53 Drops Stricken UH-60 in Dramatic Sling-Load Mishap Caught on Video

Dramatic video shows an Israeli Air Force CH-53 Sea Stallion dropping a UH-60 Black Hawk it was attempting to airlift in the West Bank. The IAF has opened an investigation into the sling-load mishap, which resulted in no injuries but severely damaged the Yanshuf helicopter.

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Hanwha Teams with HavocAI to Develop 200-Foot Autonomous Naval Vessels
Naval power
JAN 16, 20265 min

Hanwha Teams with HavocAI to Develop 200-Foot Autonomous Naval Vessels

A new agreement between Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA), Hanwha Systems Co. (HSC), and U.S.-based collaborative autonomy company HavocAI marks a significant step forward in the development of large autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) for future naval operations. Together, the partners plan to jointly develop 200-foot autonomous vessels that combine global shipbuilding expertise with cutting-edge, AI-enabled autonomy—bringing […]

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RTX’s Blue Canyon Technologies Provides Satellite for NASA’s Pandora Mission
Missile
JAN 16, 20265 min

RTX’s Blue Canyon Technologies Provides Satellite for NASA’s Pandora Mission

A Saturn-200 minisatellite built by Blue Canyon Technologies—RTX’s small satellite manufacturer and mission services provider—has successfully launched this week, marking a key milestone in support of NASA’s Pandora mission. The mission is dedicated to unlocking new insights into the atmospheres of exoplanets—planets orbiting stars beyond our solar system—and better understanding the behavior of the stars […]

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GE Aerospace, Lockheed Martin Demonstrate Rotating Detonation Ramjet for Hypersonic Missiles
Missile
JAN 16, 20265 min

GE Aerospace, Lockheed Martin Demonstrate Rotating Detonation Ramjet for Hypersonic Missiles

GE Aerospace and Lockheed Martin have reached a major milestone in hypersonic propulsion, successfully completing a series of engine tests that validate the use of a liquid-fueled rotating detonation ramjet for hypersonic missile applications. This achievement marks the first initiative delivered under a broader joint technology development agreement between the two aerospace leaders and signals […]

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Video
JAN 15, 20265 min

Next generation seat ejection system, built by US firm, to boost safety of jet pilots

US firm's next generation seat ejection system to boost safety of fighter jet's pilots

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BAE Systems Expands Amphibious Combat Vehicle Fleet with $184M Award
Naval power
JAN 15, 20265 min

BAE Systems Expands Amphibious Combat Vehicle Fleet with $184M Award

BAE Systems has been awarded a $184 million contract by the U.S. Marine Corps to produce 30 additional Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs), reinforcing the service’s ongoing modernisation of its amphibious assault capability. The award forms part of the previously approved full-rate production (FRP) Lot 5/6 contract and reflects continued confidence in the ACV platform’s performance […]

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Thales to Enhance NH90 Pilot Safety with Advanced TopOwl Digital Helmets
AirForce
JAN 15, 20265 min

Thales to Enhance NH90 Pilot Safety with Advanced TopOwl Digital Helmets

Thales has been awarded a new contract by the NATO Helicopter Management Agency (NAHEMA) to develop enhanced functions and advanced operational capabilities for the TopOwl Digital Display (DD) helmet. The award follows the Spanish Ministry of Defence’s procurement of 31 NH90 helicopters and reinforces NATO’s commitment to improving aircrew safety and mission effectiveness in complex […]

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Thales Secures Contract to Deliver AI-Powered Remote Command Centres for Royal Navy
Naval power
JAN 15, 20265 min

Thales Secures Contract to Deliver AI-Powered Remote Command Centres for Royal Navy

Thales has secured a major contract from Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) to design, develop, and deliver the next generation of portable autonomous command centres—marking a decisive step forward in transforming the Royal Navy’s Mine Counter Measures (MCM) capability. The award represents a significant milestone in the UK’s drive toward a more agile, technology-enabled maritime […]

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Lockheed Martin’s NGSRI Takes Flight in First Successful Test
AirForce
JAN 14, 20265 min

Lockheed Martin’s NGSRI Takes Flight in First Successful Test

Lockheed Martin has successfully completed the first in a planned series of flight tests for its Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor (NGSRI)—a key milestone in the development of a potential successor to the widely used Stinger missile. The achievement underscores the company’s focus on rapid innovation and its commitment to delivering advanced capabilities that address evolving battlefield […]

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Saab to Parallelize A-26 Submarine Production for Poland Order
Naval power
JAN 14, 20265 min

Saab to Parallelize A-26 Submarine Production for Poland Order

Swedish defense company Saab is accelerating its production strategy for the next-generation A-26 submarines, announcing plans to manufacture the vessels simultaneously across multiple facilities to meet ambitious delivery schedules tied to a major Polish defense order. Poland confirmed in November that it had selected Saab to supply three advanced submarines in a multi-billion-dollar procurement, a […]

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Poland Declares Full Operational Capability for IBCS-Enabled WISŁA System
Army
JAN 14, 20265 min

Poland Declares Full Operational Capability for IBCS-Enabled WISŁA System

Poland has reached a historic milestone in its national air defense modernization, becoming the first U.S. NATO ally to declare Full Operational Capability (FOC) for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) developed by Northrop Grumman Corporation. The announcement by Poland’s Ministry of National Defense marks the full operational readiness of the IBCS-enabled WISŁA medium-range air […]

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U.S. Navy Selects Northrop Grumman to Develop Advanced Second-Stage Solid Rocket Motor
Army
JAN 13, 20265 min

U.S. Navy Selects Northrop Grumman to Develop Advanced Second-Stage Solid Rocket Motor

Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a $94.3 million contract by the U.S. Navy to develop and qualify a new 21-inch diameter second-stage solid rocket motor (SSRM) designed to support the Navy’s extended-range missile programs. The advanced propulsion system will strengthen the Navy’s ability to deter and defeat fast-moving air, surface, and hypersonic threats, addressing […]

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Northrop Grumman Advances Missile Defense Testing with Launch of Digitally Redesigned ICBM Target Vehicle
Missile
JAN 13, 20265 min

Northrop Grumman Advances Missile Defense Testing with Launch of Digitally Redesigned ICBM Target Vehicle

Northrop Grumman Corporation has successfully completed the first launch of its redesigned Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) target vehicle, marking a major milestone in advancing U.S. missile defense flight testing capabilities. The successful maiden flight demonstrated the system’s enhanced performance, flexibility, and readiness to support future missile defense missions. The newly redesigned ICBM target vehicle incorporates […]

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U.S. Navy to Receive Next-Generation MK54 MOD 2 Torpedo from Northrop Grumman
Naval power
JAN 13, 20265 min

U.S. Navy to Receive Next-Generation MK54 MOD 2 Torpedo from Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is advancing naval defense capabilities with the development and delivery of a new advanced lightweight torpedo equipped with a custom-designed warhead to enhance its lethality. Drawing on decades of experience in undersea weaponry, the company will provide a highly capable weapon system that can be deployed from multiple naval platforms, ensuring flexibility and […]

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Northrop Grumman Hits Major Milestone, Delivers 1,500th F-35 Center Fuselage from Its High-Tech California Assembly Line
AirForce
JAN 13, 20265 min

Northrop Grumman Hits Major Milestone, Delivers 1,500th F-35 Center Fuselage from Its High-Tech California Assembly Line

Northrop Grumman has reached a remarkable milestone in advanced manufacturing and factory automation by delivering the 1,500th center fuselage for the F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter from its Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) in Palmdale, California. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to precision, speed, and cutting-edge production methods in support of one of the world’s […]

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Indian Army Signs Contract With L&T and BAE Systems for BvS10 Sindhu Vehicles
Army
JAN 12, 20265 min

Indian Army Signs Contract With L&T and BAE Systems for BvS10 Sindhu Vehicles

The Indian Army has signed a contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for the procurement of BvS10 Sindhu all-terrain vehicles, marking a major boost to its operational mobility across India’s diverse and demanding terrain. The programme is being executed in collaboration with BAE Systems, with a strong emphasis on indigenous manufacturing under India’s Make […]

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RTX’s Raytheon Strengthens Romania’s Air Defense With $168M Patriot Contract
AirForce
JAN 12, 20265 min

RTX’s Raytheon Strengthens Romania’s Air Defense With $168M Patriot Contract

Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a $168 million contract to supply Romania with critical equipment for the Patriot air and missile defense system, reinforcing the country’s ability to protect its airspace against an increasingly complex range of threats. The agreement, executed under the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, reflects continued confidence among […]

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Raytheon to Equip X-62A VISTA Test Aircraft with Revolutionary PhantomStrike Radar
AirForce
JAN 12, 20265 min

Raytheon to Equip X-62A VISTA Test Aircraft with Revolutionary PhantomStrike Radar

Raytheon, an RTX business, announced today that it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to integrate its groundbreaking PhantomStrike radar onto the autonomous X-62A Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft (VISTA). The X-62A, a modified F-16D Block 30 aircraft upgraded with Block 40 avionics, serves as a versatile test bed, combining autonomous […]

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RTX’s Collins Aerospace Showcases Breakthrough Anti-Jam Navigation Technology
AirForce
JAN 12, 20265 min

RTX’s Collins Aerospace Showcases Breakthrough Anti-Jam Navigation Technology

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has unveiled its latest advancement in anti-jam Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) technology during the U.S. Army’s All-Domain Persistent Experiment (ADPE) at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. The successful demonstration highlighted the company’s smallest and most portable APNT ground solution to date, underscoring Collins’ ability to deliver resilient […]

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RTX’s Raytheon Wins $1.7 Billion Contract for Spain’s Patriot Air Defense
AirForce
JAN 12, 20265 min

RTX’s Raytheon Wins $1.7 Billion Contract for Spain’s Patriot Air Defense

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a major $1.7 billion contract to provide Spain with four Patriot air and missile defense systems, significantly strengthening the country’s ability to counter a wide range of modern aerial threats. Awarded under the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, the deal underscores Spain’s commitment to modernizing its national air […]

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