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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

30th June 2026

Investment in nuclear submarines, autonomous systems and stronger defensive capabilities for existing vessels show a clear strategic shift in Royal Navy priorities.

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Spain still to sign off on Eurodrone full development contract

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Spain still to sign off on Eurodrone full development contract

30th November 2021

The much delayed Eurodrone Stage 2 development contract looks set for signature in 'the coming months,' according to Airbus.

TRD expands its reach beyond Southeast Asia

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TRD expands its reach beyond Southeast Asia

30th November 2021

TRD in Singapore is riding the crest of a wave of demand for C-UAS solutions.

IAI reports most profitable period in company history

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IAI reports most profitable period in company history

29th November 2021

IAI reports consistent growth in Q3, some of which is attributed to major awards such as the Carmel project.

StormBreaker smart weapon to be fitted on F-35B Lightning II

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StormBreaker smart weapon to be fitted on F-35B Lightning II

29th November 2021

Raytheon Missiles & Defense and the US Navy tested the new StormBreaker missile, demonstrating network capabilities with the F/A-18F Super Hornet.

Indra to equip South Korea’s KSS III submarine with Pegaso electronic defence system

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Indra to equip South Korea’s KSS III submarine with Pegaso electronic defence system

29th November 2021

Spain’s Indra systems announced the new contract on 25 November.

Turkey receives indigenously manufactured submarine head section

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Turkey receives indigenously manufactured submarine head section

29th November 2021

STM has completed the construction of the first indigenously manufactured head section, which houses the torpedo tubes, for the NTSP.

Croatia signs on the dotted line for a dozen Rafales

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Croatia signs on the dotted line for a dozen Rafales

29th November 2021

A total of 12 Rafale F3R fighters — plus a simulator, training services and support equipment — will be delivered to Croatia by Q1 2025.

MiG-31BM enhancements include fly-by-wire control system

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MiG-31BM enhancements include fly-by-wire control system

29th November 2021

Russia conducts flight tests of fly-by-wire control system as MiG-31BM upgrade continues.

MoD receives final 40CT cannon

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MoD receives final 40CT cannon

26th November 2021

CTAI has delivered the final 40CT cannon meant for the Ajax and Warrior platforms, although, with the future of both platforms in question, their destination is uncertain.

Hellenic Navy welcomes new support ship

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Hellenic Navy welcomes new support ship

26th November 2021

Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou attended the naming and induction ceremony for the support ship Aias.

Tension mounts as Canada heads toward two-horse future fighter race

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Tension mounts as Canada heads toward two-horse future fighter race

26th November 2021

A new twist has emerged from Canada's efforts to select a new fighter aircraft, with one competitor seemingly ousted from the procurement process.

Raytheon and Leonardo provide sights to Bundeswehr

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Raytheon and Leonardo provide sights to Bundeswehr

26th November 2021

Raytheon and Leonardo have agreed to jointly provide combat sights to the Bundeswehr as part of a pre-existing contract.

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