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L3Harris secures $150 million Space Force contract for ground system modernisation

L3Harris has received a $150 million contract from the US Space Force's Space Systems Command under the MOSSAIC programme to sustain and modernise ground systems for space situational awareness. The contract supports faster decision-making, earlier threat warning, and sustained space superiority in a contested domain.

United States | 2 days ago

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Peruvian Army expands tactical aviation fleet with Beechcraft King Air 360C procurement

The Peruvian Army has reached an agreement to acquire a Beechcraft King Air 360C turboprop, scheduled for delivery in 2028. The specialized cargo-door aircraft will modernize the force’s logistics, specifically enhancing medical evacuation and disaster response capabilities across Peru’s challenging geographical terrain.

2 days ago • Peru

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BAE Systems secures $180 million Sweden contract for TRIDON Mk2 mobile air defense systems

The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration has awarded BAE Systems a $180 million contract for the TRIDON Mk2, a mobile 40mm anti-aircraft system. The deal aims to fill critical gaps in modern air defense by providing a versatile platform capable of intercepting drones, cruise missiles, and armored ground units.

2 days ago • Sweden

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Raytheon secures $627 million Patriot contract for Netherlands air defence upgrade

Raytheon has been awarded a $627 million direct commercial sales contract to supply the Netherlands with Patriot air and missile defence equipment, including radars, launchers, and command stations. The deal supports modernisation of Dutch integrated air defence capabilities amid accelerating production timelines.

2 days ago • Netherlands

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RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney secures $3.8 billion expansion for F-35 propulsion contracts

RTX’s Pratt & Whitney has finalized a $3.8 billion contract modification for the F135 engine program, bringing the total value for production lots 18 and 19 to $6.6 billion. The agreement ensures the manufacturing of propulsion systems and support services for global F-35 Lightning II fleets.

2 days ago • United States

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India signs Rs.8.58 billion defence contracts with Russia and Boeing for air defence and naval maintenance

India has finalized two defence contracts totaling Rs.8.58 billion for the Tunguska air defence system and P8I aircraft maintenance. The deals reinforce military readiness while advancing indigenous servicing capabilities, with the Boeing contract requiring 100 percent domestic content.

2 days ago • India

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Ukraine and Qatar sign strategic defense pact to combat missile and drone threats

Ukraine and Qatar have finalized a bilateral defense agreement focused on countering unmanned aerial systems and missile threats. The pact leverages Ukraine's active wartime expertise to help Qatar address escalating security challenges in the Gulf region.

2 days ago • Qatar;Ukraine

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Honeywell signs $500 million framework agreement with U.S. Department of War to scale defense production

Honeywell has entered a strategic supplier framework agreement with the U.S. Department of War, committing $500 million to upgrade manufacturing capacity. The multi-year investment aims to accelerate the delivery of critical navigation systems, missile actuators, and electronic warfare solutions to meet rising national defense requirements.

2 days ago • United States

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India MoD secures INR 8.58 billion agreements for air defense and Boeing P-8I maintenance

The Indian Ministry of Defence has finalized two contracts totaling INR 8.58 billion to enhance military readiness. The deal includes acquiring Tunguska air defense systems and establishing indigenous maintenance protocols for the Navy’s P-8I maritime aircraft, reinforcing domestic aerospace infrastructure and multi-layered defense networks.

2 days ago • India

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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia sign inaugural defense pact for UAV countermeasures

Kyiv and Riyadh have entered a first-of-its-kind security agreement focused on air defense and counter-drone technologies. The partnership facilitates the exchange of battlefield expertise and technical knowledge to protect critical infrastructure from aerial threats, while opening doors for joint investment and future defense contracts between the two nations.

2 days ago • Saudi Arabia;Ukraine

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India moves ahead with major IAF tender for 60 multirole transport aircraft

India is preparing to advance a procurement plan for 60 multirole transport aircraft, drawing interest from Embraer, Lockheed Martin and Ilyushin. The programme is expected to emphasise domestic manufacturing through joint ventures, reinforcing India’s defence industrial strategy and expanding private-sector participation.

2 days ago • India

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Tata Advanced Systems and Lockheed Martin break ground on C-130J MRO hub in India

Tata Advanced Systems and Lockheed Martin have initiated construction of a dedicated C-130J Super Hercules MRO facility in India. Scheduled for completion by end-2026, the site will enhance lifecycle support for the Indian Air Force and position India as a potential regional sustainment hub.

2 days ago • India

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Saab and Airbus explore collaboration on Unmanned Combat Aircraft to support European fighter jets

Saab and Airbus are in discussions to collaborate on unmanned combat aircraft technologies designed to operate alongside existing European fighter jets. The talks reflect rising defense investment in drone capabilities and shifting industrial partnerships across Europe’s fragmented aerospace sector.

2 days ago • Europe

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EBRD approves USD 65 million for Egypt’s solar-plus-storage infrastructure project

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has committed USD 65 million to finance a hybrid 200 MW solar plant and 120 MWh battery storage facility in Aswan, Egypt. This initiative, developed by HAU Energy, marks a critical step in stabilizing the national grid while advancing the country's transition toward a low-carbon energy infrastructure.

Infrastructure | 2 days ago

USACE awards $113.8 million contract to J.F. Brennan for invasive carp deterrents at Brandon road project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $113.8 million contract to J.F. Brennan Company for leading-edge invasive carp deterrents as part of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project in Illinois. The award completes Increment I of the ecosystem restoration effort.

Energy & Power | 2 days ago

CoreMarine and Jumbo Offshore win contract for FLNG mooring installation in Argentina

CoreMarine and Jumbo Offshore have secured a contract from Southern Energy S.A. to transport, install, and hook up soft-yoke mooring systems for two FLNG vessels in Golfo San Matías. The project supports Argentina’s gas export expansion, with installations scheduled for 2027 and 2028.

Government & Policy | 2 days ago

NASA awards $76m data science contract to Development Seed for Marshall space flight center

NASA has selected Development Seed for a $76 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide R&D services to the Office of Data Science and Informatics at Marshall Space Flight Center. The contract includes a two-year base period with three one-year options through June 2031.