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US Army calls for resupply platforms for the Mobile Tactical Cannon

7th April 2026

The US Army is interested in “innovative, flexible and efficient” capabilities for large-scale combat operations, as well as more agile approaches to improve efficiency and reduce ammunition transfer time.

Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

6th April 2026

Leopard MBTs are German-made main battle tanks that have been in service since the Cold War and have undergone several upgrades to remain competitive in modern warfare. This article traces the history and development of the Leopard 1 and 2 as well as its variants, operational service and future prospects.

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AUSA 2017: MPF moves forward with draft RFP

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AUSA 2017: MPF moves forward with draft RFP

10th October 2017

The US Army has released a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for its Mobile Protected Firepower (MPF) requirement, with industry likely to respond with feedback this week.  …

AUSA 2017: Next-generation UAVs detailed (video)

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AUSA 2017: Next-generation UAVs detailed (video)

10th October 2017

Aerovironment has detailed the latest iterations of its Puma and Raven UAS, with new datalink security, EO/IR and RF payloads and upgraded avionics module.  Shephard spoke with …

AUSA 2017: Army looks to expedite APS fielding

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AUSA 2017: Army looks to expedite APS fielding

10th October 2017

US Army leaders have revealed their intention to speed up the acquisition of active protection systems for the M1A2 Abrams tank, with the service now …

AUSA 2017: Skyhunter ready for US Army (video)

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AUSA 2017: Skyhunter ready for US Army (video)

10th October 2017

Raytheon is showcasing its US variant of the Israeli Iron Dome missile defence solution, known as the Skyhunter, to the US Army at AUSA 2017.  …

AUSA 2017: Nomad wanders to Washington

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AUSA 2017: Nomad wanders to Washington

10th October 2017

Northrop Grumman displayed the Andros Nomad UGV for the first time at the AUSA 2017 exhibition in Washington DC. The UGV is part of the …

COTECMAR launches new logistics ship for the Honduran Navy

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COTECMAR launches new logistics ship for the Honduran Navy

10th October 2017

The logistics support vessel (BAL-C) FNH-1611 Gracias a Dios built for the Honduran Naval Force (FNH) was launched at COTECMAR’s Cartagena shipyard on 29 September.Built …

Silent Falcon cleared by Transport Canada

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Silent Falcon cleared by Transport Canada

10th October 2017

Silent Falcon UAS Technologies' solar-electric, fixed-wing Silent Falcon UAS has been added to Transport Canada’s (TC) list of compliant Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. This allows the …

AUSA 2017: SMET contender bares its fangs

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AUSA 2017: SMET contender bares its fangs

10th October 2017

HDT Global has unveiled a new UGV at AUSA in Washington DC, one of ten platforms that competed recently at the US Army’s Squad Multipurpose …

NAVSEA cancels EOD robotic systems solicitation

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NAVSEA cancels EOD robotic systems solicitation

10th October 2017

The US Navy Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has cancelled solicitations for the Advanced Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robotic Systems (AEODRS) Increments 2 and 3. The circumstances …

AUSA 2017: SOCOM gets new vehicle camouflage

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AUSA 2017: SOCOM gets new vehicle camouflage

10th October 2017

US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has started to receive deliveries of a new camouflage system for its lightweight ground vehicles.  The new system is being …

Raytheon to supply JSOWs to Qatar

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Raytheon to supply JSOWs to Qatar

10th October 2017

Raytheon Missile Systems has received a $172.8 million contract from the US Department of Defense to provide AGM-154C Block III Joint Standoff Weapons (JSOW) to …

AUSA 2017: Silenthawk motorbike makes moves (video)

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AUSA 2017: Silenthawk motorbike makes moves (video)

10th October 2017

Logos Technologies showcases its prototype hybrid-electric motorcycle designed for elite forces at AUSA 2017 in Washington DC.  Shephard spoke with lead engineer, Alex Dzwill, about the …

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