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Navy Fast Tracks Build of USS Kennedy 2nd Ford-Class Aircraft Carrier as USS Ford Enters Combat
The U.S. Navy has accelerated the delivery date for the second Ford-class aircraft carrier, USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79), to March 2027 due to pressure from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth who warned t...
Pentagon preps to enforce ban on companies with indirect ties to China
The Pentagon is preparing measures to implement a U.S. law that bans federal contractors working indirectly with Chinese entities from obtaining contracts. The new rules are likely to impact several d...
Another 1,000 defense companies chosen for $151-billion Golden Dome competition
An additional 1,000 defense companies have been selected to compete for the SHIELD contract vehicle worth $151 billion. This doubles the number of awards in the ongoing 'Golden Dome' competition....
Navy announces new frigate class, taps HII to build off national security cutter
The U.S. Navy has introduced its new frigate class which will be built by Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), based on the design of the Coast Guard’s national security cutter. The announcement comes...
Pentagon Investing $1 Billion in L3Harris Rocket Motor Business
The U.S. Department of Defense plans to invest $1 billion into L3Harris Technologies' rocket motor manufacturing capabilities to boost domestic production and technological advancement in space launch...
Boeing to make up to 50 new F-15 fighter jets for Israel
Boeing has been awarded a contract valued at approximately $8.6 billion by the US Department of War to supply F-15IA fighter jets to the Israeli Air Force, including an option to increase the order fr...
Elbit Systems supplies DIRCM systems for NATO transport aircraft
Elbit Systems announced on January 5, 2026, new contracts worth approximately $150 million to supply its Directed Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM) systems to European aircraft fleets. The contracts in...
Pentagon to invest $1B in L3Harris solid rocket motor spin off
L3Harris plans to conduct an initial public offering of its Missile Solutions business unit in the second half of 2026, focusing on solid rocket motors. This move is supported by a significant investm...
Pentagon Investing $1 Billion in L3Harris Rocket Motor Business
The Pentagon plans to invest one billion dollars into L3Harris Technologies' rocket motor business as part of its efforts to enhance the United States space capabilities and ensure critical defense sy...
IAI signs contract to deliver expansion of Germany’s Arrow 3 procurement
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has signed a significant contract with Israel's Ministry of Defense worth approximately USD 3.1 billion for the expansion of Germany’s Arrow 3 missile defense system ...
Dassault Aviation invests in Harmattan AI at €1.4 billion value
French defense contractor Dassault Aviation has entered into an investment agreement with the startup Harmattan AI for the development of embedded artificial intelligence in its future air combat syst...
Rheinmetall decides to deliver a batch of Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine at the beginning of 2026
German defense company Rheinmetall has announced plans to supply a series of Lynx KF41 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) to Ukraine in early 2026. The delivery date and volume are contingent upon disc...
UK launches $33.2 mn competition to build 500km-range missiles for Ukraine by March 2027
The UK has initiated a $33.2 million contest aimed at creating a missile system with a range of up to 500 kilometers, intended for Ukrainian forces from March 2026 onwards. Three companies will receiv...
Rheinmetall to Deliver Lynx KF41 Infantry Fighting Vehicles to Ukraine in Early 2026
German defense company Rheinmetall has announced plans to deliver its advanced Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine by early 2026. The delivery marks a significant enhancement of Ukraine's ...
Boeing Secures $12.8 Billion in Major Defense Deals for 2026
Boeing has been awarded two significant defense contracts totaling $12.8 billion. These deals are expected to bolster Boeing's position in the aerospace and defense industry ahead of the year 2026, hi...
Boeing Secures Two Major Defense Deals Worth $12.8 Billion
Boeing has recently secured two significant defense contracts totaling $12.8 billion, which are expected to bolster its position in the global defense industry leading up to 2026....
Lockheed Martin Plans to Triple Production of Patriots - Is It Possible?
Lockheed Martin is considering tripling the production of Patriot Advanced Missile Systems to meet increasing global demand and potential future threats. The company has not officially confirmed these...
Trump Threatens To Cut Raytheon's Government Contract
President Donald Trump has threatened to cut funding for Raytheon Company's missile defense system contracts unless the company lowers its prices and speeds up production of weapons systems like the T...
F-35 Deliveries Soared to New Record in 2025
Lockheed Martin announced that it delivered 191 F-35 fighter jets in 2025, achieving a new record and meeting its initial goal set for the year. This accomplishment helps address a backlog of stored a...
Trump Blasts American Defense Contractors
President Donald Trump has criticized U.S. defense contractors like Raytheon and Lockheed Martin during a speech at the Pentagon, accusing them of overcharging for weapons systems and being a source o...
Lockheed to triple production of interceptor missiles in Pentagon deal
Lockheed Martin has entered into an agreement with the Pentagon to significantly increase the production of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) interceptor missiles. These missiles are designed to n...
Iron Fist APS selected for integration onto European CV90 IFV fleets
Elbit Systems has been contracted by BAE Systems Hägglunds to integrate Iron Fist Active Protection System (APS) onto European CV90 infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), with a contract value of USD 150 ...
Lockheed Martin scales up PAC-3 MSE interceptor production
The United States has entered into an agreement with Lockheed Martin to significantly boost the annual production of PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors from around 600 per year to approxim...
Worth $850 million! Ten Patriot air defense missiles are arriving
Turkey is receiving ten advanced Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems valued at approximately $850 million. This acquisition underscores Turkey's military modernization efforts and its strategic emph...
Boeing to Design Jets for Israeli Forces
Boeing has been contracted by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to design military jets tailored to meet specific operational requirements of the IDF. The deal is aimed at enhancing Israel's air defens...
Why the boss of a Russian defense factory set fire to himself on Red Square
At least 34 individuals have been charged with criminal offenses for disrupting state defense orders amid Russia's military operations in Ukraine. Of these, eleven company executives and two senior of...
US Air Force eyes autonomous Northrop Grumman drone for CCA program
Northrop Grumman has updated its proposal for the US Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program with a new drone design named Talon. The company made significant changes from their initia...
Bundeswehr places order with PSM for 200 more Puma IFVs
Germany's Bundeswehr has placed an order with Projekt System & Management (PSM), a joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS Deutschland, for the delivery of 200 additional PUMA infantry fighting veh...
NIBE Secures ₹293 Crore Army Contract For Universal Rocket Launcher Reviving A Key Procurement Program
NIBE Limited secured an important contract from the Indian Army for manufacturing and supplying ground equipment, accessories, ESP units, and ammunition for the Universal Rocket Launcher System. The t...
Lockheed Martin Secures $328 Million Contract for Taiwan
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract worth approximately $328 million by Taiwan. This acquisition pertains specifically to the procurement of defense equipment which likely includes advancement...
Lockheed Martin Receives Contract for Weapon Sales to Taiwan
The US defense contractor Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract for weapon sales to Taiwan. The deal includes the provision of defensive arms and likely supports Taiwan's efforts in bolstering i...
Pentagon to Pay Boeing $8.6 Billion to Make Fighter Jets for Israel, Raising Concerns
The Pentagon has announced plans to award Boeing a contract worth $8.6 billion to manufacture fighter jets for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). This decision is prompting discussions and concerns cen...
Lockheed Martin Secures $2.94 Billion Contract for IRST Systems for Taiwan
The US defense giant Lockheed Martin has secured an agreement worth approximately $2.94 billion to provide infrared search and track (IRST) systems to Taiwan. This deal further strengthens the militar...
Pentagon to pay Boeing $8.6 billion to produce fighter jets for Israel, raising concerns
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced an agreement with Boeing valued at approximately $8.6 billion to manufacture advanced combat aircraft destined for the Israeli military. This transaction r...
Boeing Gets $8.6 Billion Grant to Build Aircraft for Israel Air Force
The Israeli government has awarded a contract worth $8.6 billion to Boeing for the procurement of advanced military aircraft specifically for integration into the Israel Air Force's operational fleet....
India May Upgrade Select Su-30MKI Squadrons with Russian Help While Awaiting Indigenous Super-30 Completion
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering upgrading select squadrons of its Su-30MKI jets with Russian technology while waiting for the completion of domestically produced advanced fighters. This stra...
HD HHI signs contract to build two new frigates to Philippine Navy
On December 29, 2025, South Korean company Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) announced a contract with the Philippines' Department of National Defence to build two 3,200-ton frigates for the Philippine N...
Lockheed Martin Positions C-130J As Top Pick For IAF Tactical Airlift, Eyes Indian Production Hub
Lockheed Martin views the C-130J Super Hercules as the prime contender for India's Air Force tactical airlift procurement of up to 80 military transport aircraft. The company highlights its versatilit...
India Commits To 200 TEJAS MK-1A Fighters: Assessing Lethality Against China And Pakistan
India has ordered nearly 200 TEJAS MK-1A fighter jets to enhance the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities and address squadron shortages. The aircraft promises advantages in agility, cost-effic...
L3Harris Wins Contract for Production of 60 Hypersonic Rocket Engines
L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a contract to produce 60 hypersonic rocket engines, marking an important milestone in the development and deployment of advanced hypersonic propulsion systems....
Navy-Palantir 'ShipOS' Partnership Is Informed by Project Maven
The partnership between the U.S. Navy and Palantir Technologies to develop 'ShipOS', an operating system for naval vessels that integrates all onboard IT systems, is reported to be influenced by Proje...
Boeing secures $2B deal for B-52 engine upgrade
Boeing has been awarded a contract worth $2.04 billion by the U.S. Air Force to continue development of new engines for the B-52H bomber fleet under the Commercial Engine Replacement Program. The task...
Pentagon Raises Contract Amount for C-130J Production to $25 Billion
The Pentagon has increased the contract amount for the production of C-130J Hercules transport aircraft to a total of $25 billion....
German Navy to procure MQ-9B SeaGuardian for reconnaissance, ASW
The German Navy plans to acquire four Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, each including two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones with as...
An Industry Guide to the FY2026 NDAA
President Trump signed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a document of over 3000 pages outlining changes to DoD policy and contracting authorities. The article highlights...
Pentagon Approves Sale of 236 AMRAAM Missiles to Denmark for $950 Million
The U.S. Department of Defense has approved the sale of 236 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) missiles to Denmark, valued at approximately $950 million. This transaction includes equip...
Trump Expected to Make Shipbuilding Announcement at Mar-a-Lago
President Donald Trump is anticipated to make an announcement regarding shipbuilding during his stay at Mar-a-Lago. The nature of the shipbuilding initiatives and their potential impact on U.S. mariti...
CACI to buy space technology firm ARKA for $2.6 billion
Defense contractor CACI has entered into an agreement to purchase space technology firm ARKA for $2.6 billion. The acquisition aims to bolster CACI's capabilities in space-based sensing and optical co...
Pentagon preps to enforce ban on companies with ‘indirect’ ties to China
The Pentagon is set to notify defense firms about potential indirect links to Chinese military companies one year before a contracting ban takes effect. This notification will help the industry prepar...
BAAINBw places major order with GDELS for thousands more Eagle V protected vehicle variants
Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has contracted General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) to produce additional variants o...
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