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.
India Elevates Missile Strike Accuracy With Next-Gen Electronic Guidance System
Indian missile systems are set for a major leap in targeting accuracy as the Defence Research and Development Laboratory develops a next-gen navigation and electronic guidance suite.
Pentagon Taps Raytheon for $1B NASAMS Sale to Kuwait
The US Department of Defense has awarded Raytheon a $1-billion contract for the supply of National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System fire units for Kuwait.
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.
US Greenlights $428M in Apache, Howitzer Support Deals for India
The US State Department has cleared potential military support deals worth a combined $428.2 million for India’s Apache rotary-wing aircraft and ultra-light howitzers.
US Army Builds New Bayonet Assault Course at Ranger School
The US Army Ranger School has introduced a new bayonet obstacle course at Fort Benning, Georgia, expanding its demanding combat preparatory pipeline.
US Navy Opens Laser Weapons Course for Sailors
The US Navy has launched a new training program for sailors operating laser weapons at its Directed Energy Systems Integration Laboratory in California.
US Army Orders More Fire Control Devices From SMARTSHOOTER
Israeli defense firm SMARTSHOOTER has signed a $10.7-million follow-on contract to provide its proprietary SMASH 2000LE fire control systems for the US Army, further expanding its position in the American market.
Lockheed Wins $407M Contract to Boost Guam’s Missile Defense System
The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $407-million contract modification to continue the development of the primary missile defense system in Guam.
Colombia Rolls Out Its First Locally Built Assault Rifle, ‘JAGUAR’
After five years in development, Colombian forces are set to receive an assault rifle built entirely on home soil.
Pakistan Debuts ‘Fatah-3’ Cruise Missile Channeling China’s HD-1
The Pakistan Army is bolstering its long-range strike capabilities with the Fatah-3, a supersonic cruise missile believed to be derived from China’s HD-1 missile family.
S. Korea Army to Standardize Drones as Core Soldier Weapons
Seoul plans to adopt unmanned aerial systems as standard equipment for Republic of Korea Army warfighters, expanding drone use across combat roles and units.
Raytheon to Supply Patriot Interceptors for Operation Epic Fury
Raytheon has signed a $441.6-million contract to provide Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missile-Tactical missiles in support of Operation Epic Fury, Washington’s ongoing military campaign against Iran.
France Steps Up Missile Output After Middle East Ops Drain Stockpiles
France is accelerating missile production after operations in the Middle East exposed shortages in its ammunition stockpiles.
Taiwan Unveils $6.6B Arms Sale, Joint Large Ammo Production With US
Taipei has confirmed six weapons procurement contracts with the US worth $6.6 billion, including a joint production agreement for large-caliber ammunition.
LIG D&A Inks First Haegung Naval Missile Export Deal With Malaysia
LIG Defense & Aerospace has signed a $94-million contract to export its Haegung ship-launched surface-to-air missile to Malaysia, marking the system’s first overseas sale.
Belgium Commits Refurbished Gepard Air Defense Systems for Ukraine
Belgium has pledged to deliver 15 overhauled Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft systems to Ukraine in support of the war-torn country’s defense against Russia.
Slovakia Accepts First Israeli Barak Air Defense System
Slovakia has taken delivery of its first Barak MX multi-mission air and missile defense system as part of a contract signed in December 2024.
Pentagon Taps Automakers for WWII-Style Weapons Industry Push
Washington is exploring a World War II-style expansion of US weapons manufacturing, holding early talks with automobile developers, including General Motors and Ford, to repurpose factory capacity for military production.
Canada, SIG Sauer Hit With Lawsuit Over Military Pistol Accident
A Canadian military security officer has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and American gunmaker SIG Sauer after an injury from an alleged unintentional discharge from a service pistol.
Raytheon Wins $904M US Army Contract for LTAMDS Production
The US Army has awarded Raytheon a $904.6-million contract for the low-rate initial production of Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensors.
EDGE Group, Brazilian Army Team Up on Small Arms Testing for Special Forces
UAE state-owned defense company EDGE Group has launched a teaming framework with the Brazilian Army to support evaluations of next-generation small arms for special forces.
Australia Tests First Locally-Made GMLRS Missiles
Australia has tested its first domestically-built Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System missiles at a live-fire demonstration at the Woomera Test Range in South Australia.
