Spain Builds GaN-Based Counter-Battery Radar to Detect Artillery, Rockets
Spain’s next counter-battery radar promises to quickly detect incoming artillery, rockets, and mortars and trace them back to their launch point.
L3Harris Surpasses 3 Million Mortar Fuzes Delivered to US Army
L3Harris Technologies has supplied its 3 millionth M734A1 mortar fuze to the US Army, underscoring sustained production for American and partner forces.
US Army Reimagines 81mm Mortars to Deliver 120mm Firepower
The US Army has begun pushing its 81mm mortars to deliver more punch and longer reach while retaining its signature portability feature.
South Korea Introduces Mortar-Carrying AI Drone
South Korea’s Nearthlab has launched a next-gen attack drone that carries mortar shells and coordinates strikes in AI-driven swarms.
Local Charity Donates Mortars, Trucks to Ukrainian Army
The Armed Forces of Ukraine has received mortars and trucks from a local NGO to support its defense against Russia.
Ukraine to Receive Generators, Ammo, Mortar Rounds From Lithuania
Lithuania has begun delivering a new package of military support to Ukraine, including electricity generators, ammunition, and mortar rounds.
Finland to Procure New Modular Mortar System From Patria
Finland will acquire a new modular mortar system from Patria, which the Finnish company describes as a “mobile version of traditional mortar.”
US Marine Corps Transitions to Virtual Mortar Training to Lessen Blast Effects
The US Marine Corps is transitioning its rocket and mortar training to the virtual realm to reduce soldier exposure to blasts and eliminate associated health risks.
General Dynamics, Elbit to Deliver Unmanned Mortar Systems for European User
General Dynamics has teamed with Israeli company Elbit Systems to supply unmanned turreted mortar systems to a European military customer.
US Researches Weapon Blast Effects on Soldier Brain Health
The US Department of Defense is exploring the impact of blast overpressure from weapons to understand their cognitive effect on soldiers.
Rheinmetall to Deliver 100,000 Mortar Rounds to Ukraine
The German government has contracted Rheinmetall to deliver 100,000 120mm mortar shells to Ukraine as part of a 400-million-eruo package.
OKSI Wins Precision Guidance Kit Contract for USSOCOM Mortar Rounds
The US Special Operations Command has awarded OKSI a $2-million contract to provide precision guidance kits for 81-millimeter mortar rounds.
Patria to Supply NEMO Mortar Systems for Future Swedish Artillery Vessels
Patria will deliver mortar systems to Swede Ship Marine to support Sweden’s amphibious force modernization.
Israel to Provide Mortar Munitions, Training Solutions to Montenegro
Elbit Systems has received a $21.8 million contract to supply mortar munition systems and training solutions to Montenegro.
Indian Army Mortar System Error Kills 3 Civilians
An Indian Army mortar system malfunctioned during a training session, killing three civilians.
Sweden Buys 20 Additional CV90 Mortar Systems
Sweden and BAE Systems have signed a contract modification to supply additional CV90 Mjölner mortar systems for the Swedish Army.
US Army Seeking Lightweight Counter-Mortar Radar for Ukraine
The US Army has contracted New York-based firm SRCTec LLC to manufacture lightweight counter-mortar radar systems for use in Ukraine.
Lithuania Acquiring Spanish 120mm Mortars Worth $10 Million
Lithuania has contracted Spanish weapons manufacturer Expal Systems to produce and deliver towed 120-millimeter mortars.
US Army Awards Elbit Systems $49M 120mm Mortar Systems Contract
The US Army has awarded Elbit Systems a contract worth approximately $49 million to provide 120mm mortar systems.
