Lockheed Martin unveils PAC-3 Edge interceptor designed to counter hypersonic threats
Lockheed Martin said PAC-3 Edge incorporates a new seeker, upgraded flight controls and a multi-pulse rocket motor supplied by Northrop Grumman.
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Sig Sauer develops 25-round mag for Army’s next-gen rifle
Soldier feedback, from the constructive to the blistering, has been instrumental in guiding Sig Sauer in its development of the M8 carbine.
US Air Force, Army eye industry access on test ranges
The U.S. Air Force is partnering with the U.S. Army to open its test ranges to approved defense firms.
Dutch firm uses AI to help drone systems ‘talk’ on Ukraine’s battlefield
Amsterdam-based Intelic now has an office in Kyiv and is helping Ukrainian forces as they face intensified Russian drone and missile barrages.
Embraer, Lockheed Martin vie for India’s $10.5B military transport aircraft deal
The Indian government wants one of its biggest military aviation contracts to deepen the country’s local aerospace industrial base.
It’s official: US Army’s improved M8 rifle to begin fielding in December
The U.S. Army will begin fielding Sig Sauer’s M8 rifle in December, replacing the M7 with a lighter, shorter carbine based on soldier feedback.
Pentagon names 4 directed-energy weapons for counter-drone program at US bases
The Pentagon named four directed energy weapons for a homeland counter-drone program, the first systems to be fielded and tested at U.S. bases.
Northrop Grumman’s YFQ-48A CCA completes first fully autonomous flight
The successful flight came just weeks after U.S. Air Force officials announced their intention to have 500 autonomous aircraft in service by 2032.
Anduril, US Navy invest $6.6 billion to boost submarine parts production
Anduril will invest $3.7 billion to develop a new shipyard in Maryland to build critical components for the Navy’s Virginia-class submarines.
Boeing locks in 7-year deal to triple PAC-3 MSE seeker output
The agreement follows a framework deal that was announced in April. Production will span seven years and be completed at Boeing’s Huntsville facility.
Has the Pentagon given up on AI polygraph analysis of loyalty?
AI-aided scanning of speech patterns, vocal stress or facial expressions to read minds lacks scientific backing and will compound errors, critics argue.
US Army tests counter-drone tech at Mexican border as cartel drone use rises
The service is seeking to sharpen its defenses against the growing threat of drone use by cartels.
European defense startups to raise record $10.5 billion in 2026, Dealroom forecasts
“This is Europe catching up rather than the U.S. slowing,” Dealroom said of the trend. “EU 27 funding more than doubled in a year.”
Missiles, satellites and warplanes — Ukraine, Europe advance key arms projects
Ukraine’s Fire Point said the firm is developing an extended-range tactical ballistic missile after its FP-7 weapon was used in combat for the first time.
US Navy awards RTX’s Raytheon $24.4B for SM-6 missiles amid stockpile concerns
The deal for the SM-6 interceptors comes as the Pentagon pushes to replenish munitions stockpiles depleted by conflicts in the Middle East.
Ukraine deploys FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for first time, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has deployed its FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday.
Boeing adds to big week with first full-rate Grey Wolf helicopter order
The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a roughly $85 million contract for four more MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, with the first under full-rate production.
