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Skydio to invest $3.5 billion to expand U.S. drone manufacturing, boost supply chains and create thousands of jobs
Skydio announced plans to invest $3.5 billion in the United States over the next five years to expand domestic manufacturing and research capabilities.

U.S. Department of War highlights progress on Golden Dome missile defense program to counter advanced threats
The U.S. Department of War presented an update on the Golden Dome for America missile defense initiative during an event at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story on April 23.

NATO weighs joint purchase of Saab GlobalEye aircraft to replace ageing E-3 Sentry early warning fleet
NATO member states are considering the joint acquisition of Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft, according to German media citing unofficial sources.

U.S. Air Force plans to double F-15EX fleet to 267 aircraft under revised procurement strategy
The U.S. Air Force plans to more than double its future fleet of F-15EX Eagle II fighters, increasing the target from 129 to 267 aircraft.
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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.

KNDS expands BOXER vehicle production with new Munich line and partnership with DRÄXLMAIER to boost capacity
KNDS has inaugurated a new production line for its BOXER 8×8 wheeled vehicles at its Munich/Allach site.

U.S. Army tests BRAKER drone-delivered bunker-busting warhead in rapid development breakthrough at Redstone Arsenal
The U.S. Army has successfully tested a new air-delivered bunker-busting warhead designed for unmanned aerial systems.

ARCA Baltics Operations to invest €300 million in Kiviõli ammunition factory as Estonia targets production start in 2028
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments has confirmed plans for a major ammunition production facility in North Kiviõli.
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Rolls-Royce MT30 selected to power Australia’s Mogami-class frigates, strengthening naval capabilities and partnership
Rolls-Royce said its MT30 marine gas turbine has been selected to power Australia’s new fleet of upgraded Mogami-class frigates.

Lockheed Martin advances AI-enabled Aegis system to counter drone threats with faster real-time radar adaptation
Lockheed Martin said it is advancing artificial intelligence capabilities within the Aegis Combat System to improve detection of emerging threats.

U.S. Navy seeks $377.5B FY2027 budget to expand fleet, boost readiness and advance Golden Fleet initiative
The U.S. Navy has unveiled its Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, seeking $377.5 billion to expand capabilities and restore maritime dominance.

Fincantieri to lead upgrade of Italian Navy PPA vessels to Full Combat System configuration under new contract
Fincantieri will lead the upgrade of PPA-class multipurpose combat ships to the Full Combat System configuration under a newly signed contract.
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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.

U.S. Space Force cancels $6.27 billion GPS ground system program after delays, shifting focus to upgrades of existing control system
The U.S. Space Force has cancelled the Next-Generation GPS Operational Control Segment programme after years of delays and technical challenges.
















