L3Harris highlights AERIS X surveillance aircraft as allies seek new airborne early warning capabilities
L3Harris Technologies said its AERIS X airborne early warning and control platform is positioned to meet growing demand from allied nations seeking faster and more affordable air surveillance capabilities.
U.S. Air Force plans to buy nearly 4,300 additional JASSM cruise missiles to rebuild inventories after Iran strikes
The U.S. Air Force said that it plans to order nearly 4,300 additional AGM-158 JASSM cruise missiles produced by Lockheed Martin.
Westinghouse eVinci microreactor selected for Malmstrom Air Force Base under U.S. Air Force nuclear energy program
Westinghouse Government Services said its eVinci microreactor has been proposed for deployment at Malmstrom Air Force Base.
Lockheed Martin posts $18 billion Q1 sales, expands Patriot, THAAD and PrSM missile production under new agreements
Lockheed Martin reported first quarter 2026 sales of $18.0 billion, unchanged from the same period a year earlier.
Rheinmetall wins multi-billion euro Bundeswehr contract for FV-014 loitering munitions with deliveries from 2027
Rheinmetall has signed a major framework contract with the Bundeswehr to supply FV-014 loitering munition systems.
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Boeing completes first fully autonomous CH-47F Chinook landing test as U.S. Army advances automated flight capability
Boeing has completed the first fully automated approach and landing of a CH-47F Chinook during recent flight tests of new software developed for the U.S. Army.
Lockheed Martin wins $177.5 million contract for three F-35 jets to support Block 4 testing program
The U.S. Department of War announced on April 23 that it had awarded Lockheed Martin a $177.5 million contract to deliver three additional F-35 Lightning II jets for research and development activities.
Saab aims to raise Gripen fighter production to as many as 20 aircraft annually amid potential new orders
Saab could increase production of its JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to as many as 20 aircraft per year within about 12 months.
L3Harris highlights AERIS X surveillance aircraft as allies seek new airborne early warning capabilities
L3Harris Technologies said its AERIS X airborne early warning and control platform is positioned to meet growing demand from allied nations seeking faster and more affordable air surveillance capabilities.
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Rheinmetall secures over €1 billion contract for additional digital soldier systems for German Army
Rheinmetall has secured a €1.04 billion contract from the Bundeswehr to modernise and expand Germany’s “Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System” programme.
Thales to build 268 next-generation Bushmaster vehicles for Australian military under AU$750 million deal
Thales will deliver 268 additional next-generation Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles to the Australian armed forces under a new AU$750 million government investment aimed at expanding domestic defence manufacturing capacity.
How to choose the right AdBlue tanks for your fleet – a complete buyer’s guid
For companies operating diesel-powered vehicles, AdBlue has become a necessary component in reducing nitrogen oxide emissions.
Upgraded Indiana munitions facility to double 155mm container output under U.S. Army support contract
Leaders from the Defense Contract Management Agency in Lexington attended the opening of a new industrial facility operated by Conco Inc. on February 5.
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TKMS-built first Tamandaré-class frigate enters service with Brazilian Navy as four-ship programme advances
TKMS announced that the Tamandaré (F200) has officially entered operational service with the Brazilian Navy following a commissioning ceremony held in Rio de Janeiro.
Rolls-Royce to supply mtu engines for 10 additional U.S. Coast Guard fast response cutters
Rolls-Royce said it will supply mtu engines for 10 additional Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutters ordered by the U.S. Coast Guard, expanding the overall programme to 77 vessels.
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales departs Portsmouth ahead of preparations for Arctic deployment
Royal Navy flagship HMS Prince of Wales sailed from Portsmouth on Tuesday to begin preparations for its next operational deployment.
U.S. aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower completes sea trials after 15-month maintenance period
The U.S. Navy said the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) completed sea trials on April 24 after departing Norfolk Naval Shipyard following a 15-month Planned Incremental Availability period.
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Flexcompute, Northrop Grumman use AI physics models to cut space mission preparation time by up to 100 times
Flexcompute and Northrop Grumman said they have developed an artificial intelligence-based physics modeling system designed to significantly reduce preparation time for space missions.
U.S. Space Force awards up to $3.2 billion in contracts for space-based interceptors under Golden Dome program
The Space Systems Command has awarded 20 contracts worth up to $3.2 billion to 12 companies to develop space-based interceptor capabilities.
Northrop Grumman uses AI to cut spacecraft design time from years to hours in major shift for space engineering
Northrop Grumman said it is applying artificial intelligence to significantly accelerate spacecraft development.
BlackSky wins $25 million multi-year satellite intelligence contract with major international defense customer
BlackSky Technology has secured a competitive $25 million multi-year Assured contract with a major international defence customer.
