Turkey Eyes Joint Drone Development, Production With Japan
Turkey has announced intent to expand defense-industrial cooperation with Japan through joint development and production of unmanned aerial systems.
Sat Images Expose China’s Massive Desert Network to Bolster Nuclear Deterrent
Satellite imagery has revealed that China is building a network of launch pads, bunkers, and communications hubs near its Hami nuclear missile silo field in Xinjiang, a move analysts say could strengthen Beijing’s ability to carry out a retaliatory nuclear strike.
Quantum Cyber to Build Large-Scale Autonomous Systems Plant
Quantum Cyber plans to open a defense technology complex, boosting autonomous systems production for government and commercial customers.
Battelle Supports Production Launch of First US Army Hand Grenade Since 1960s
The US Army has partnered with Ohio defense company Battelle to implement the full material release of the new M111 Offensive Hand Grenade.
Red Cat’s V7 Maritime Drone Enters Full-Rate Production
Red Cat Holdings has commenced full-rate production of its Variant 7 unmanned surface vessel, expanding its portfolio of autonomous systems for US and allied military customers.
Ukraine War Drives Boom in Taiwan Drone Exports
Taiwan’s unmanned aerial system exports are surging as the war in Ukraine drives global demand for autonomous solutions and pushes governments to diversify away from Chinese suppliers.
Norway to Begin Serial Procurement of CAVS From Patria
Norway has signed a framework agreement with Finland defense contractor Patria to initiate the serial procurement of the Common Armored Vehicle System for its armed forces.
Indonesia Advances Domestic Scorpene Submarine Program to Pre-Production
Jakarta’s state-owned company PT PAL has moved to the pre-production stage of Scorpene-class diesel-electric attack submarines for the Indonesian Navy.
Quantum Frontline Ramps Up Linza 3.0 UAS Production to 35 Per Day for Ukraine
Quantum Frontline Industries has raised production of the Ukrainian-designed Linza 3.0 unmanned aerial system to 35 units per day, boosting the flow of tactical drones to Kyiv’s military.
Lockheed Martin Breaks Ground on New THAAD Missile Plant in Alabama
Lockheed Martin has begun construction on a new missile production factory in Troy, Alabama, as the company moves to accelerate output of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense interceptors amid rising global demand for air and missile defense systems.
US Approves FrankenSAM HAWK Support Package for Ukraine
The US State Department has authorized a $108.1-million support contract for Ukraine’s FrankenSAM HAWK missile systems.
Latvia Builds Obsolescence-Proof Drone Supply Chain With Origin Robotics
Riga has signed a blanket purchase agreement with Origin Robotics to secure the continued supply of BLAZE unmanned aerial systems for the Latvian Armed Forces.
Babcock Grows Defense Engineering Capacity With AtkinsRéalis Partnership
Babcock has collaborated with AtkinsRéalis to boost engineering services in support of defense and submarine programs in the UK.
FLEETWERX, US Navy School Test On-Demand Part Resupply System for Troops
California-based organization FLEETWERX and the US Naval Postgraduate School are evaluating a distributed manufacturing and logistics network at Camp Roberts, California.
Ukraine Courts New Zealand for Joint Military Drone Effort
Ukraine has asked New Zealand to join a military drone production partnership as Kyiv expands efforts to export battlefield-tested technology developed during its war with Russia.
US Special Ops Chiefs Push for Right-to-Repair Authority for Military Systems
US special operations commanders have revealed that proprietary restrictions imposed by defense contractors are slowing efforts to rapidly repair military equipment, particularly unmanned aerial systems, as adversaries move faster with commercially available technology.
India’s First Locally Built C-295 Transport Aircraft Nears Debut
India’s first domestically assembled Airbus C-295 system appears close to rollout from the Tata-Airbus military transport aircraft plant in Gujarat.
HII to Produce More Lionfish Underwater Drones for US Navy
HII has secured a $36.9-million contract to produce additional Lionfish small unmanned underwater vehicles for the US Navy.
Czechia, Patria Expand Partnerships Ahead of Planned Armored Vehicle Program
Finnish defense company Patria has signed multiple agreements with Czech state-owned defense organizations as Prague nears its adoption of a new 8x8 armored vehicle fleet.
Barron Expands Defense Titanium Casting Capacity With TriTech Buyout
Michigan-based manufacturer Barron Industries has acquired the casting assets and expertise of Detroit-based TriTech Titanium Parts as demand grows for military-grade titanium components.
NY Firm Opens RF Testing Chamber to Boost Airspace Solutions Production
Radio frequency solutions firm Hidden Level has introduced a new anechoic chamber at its advanced manufacturing facility in East Syracuse, New York, expanding its airspace security work.
KNDS, RITEK Open Leopard 2A8 Tank Factory in Norway
KNDS Deutschland and automotive servicing company RITEK have inaugurated a new manufacturing center for the Leopard 2A8 main battle tank in Levanger, Norway.
Booz Allen Hamilton Wins Golden Dome Contract for Space Interceptor Prototype
Booz Allen Hamilton has received a contract to assemble and supply a testbed missile interceptor solution for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command.
Romania Locks In Domestic MMPV 90 Corvette Production With Rheinmetall
Romania is moving ahead with its plan to acquire two light corvettes from Rheinmetall, with construction set to take place domestically.
