Land Warfare

EID to unveil new vehicle communication system at DSEI

The Portuguese company’s naval communications system is in service across more than a dozen countries. It has turned to its home nation for support in developing a new vehicle based C2 system.

Borsuk IFV programme marks turning point for Poland’s armoured modernisation

The Borsuk vehicles are to replace the Soviet-designed BMP-1 as the Polish military’s main tracked Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV).

DroneShield nets largest order ever with $40 million European CUAS contract

The package of three standalone follow-on contracts makes this the largest contract won by the Australian company and larger than its total 2024 revenue.

Patria completes test firing of new self-propelled gun as demand for systems grows

Patria quotes a maximum rate of fire of eight rounds a minute from the new ARVE (ARtillery on VEhicle) self-propelled gun with a range of 40km for an assisted round. The rapid, low-risk development is designed to meet emerging requirements which have arisen out of the Ukraine war.

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European countries test use of mixed reality in combat vehicles

26th July 2023

Estonia and Croatia recently conducted trials with the Vegvisir Mixed Reality Situational Awareness System.
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How the US Army is getting ready to succeed in contested multidomain scenarios

24th July 2023

The service has been working on the improvement of strategy, inventory and training in addition to conducting several acquisition, development and modernisation efforts.
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Netherlands orders General Dynamics floating bridges

24th July 2023

General Dynamics European Land Systems has received an order from the Royal Netherlands Army for three Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) floating bridge systems.
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EOS to provide AS-65 gimbal for L3Harris's VAMPIRE weapon system

21st July 2023

EOS Defense Systems USA's AS-65 gimbal has been selected for L3Harris's VAMPIRE weapon system, empowering Ukraine's ground forces to counter hostile drones and ground threats using precision rockets.
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Indian Army seeks ATGMs for BMP-2s and machine guns

20th July 2023

The Indian Army is hunting for medium-calibre machine guns, plus anti-tank guided missiles for its fleet of BMP-2 vehicles.
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Oshkosh to build 116 heavy trailers under a $57 million deal

19th July 2023

The latest deal for Oshkosh Defense's Enhanced Heavy Equipment Transporter System is part of last year's $263.2 million five-year contract.
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Fibrotex develops mobile camouflage systems for US clients

19th July 2023

Fibrotex’s camouflage triad will be complete with the development of mobile camouflage systems.
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French paratroopers showcase new Grizzly tactical vehicles

19th July 2023

Supplied by Arquus, the platform is built to provide modularity, payload capacity, firepower and mobility in the most challenging terrains.
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Plasan North America nets $300 million JLTV A2 subcontract

19th July 2023

Plasan North America will partner with AM General as a subcontractor for the JLTV A2 programme. AM General is contracted to make over 20,000 vehicles and almost 10,000 trailers.
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Rheinmetall secures another major contract for artillery ammunition replenishment

19th July 2023

Rheinmetall has signed a framework contract worth €1.3 billion for artillery ammunition replenishment, including shells and fuses, to replenish stores of ammunition used in the war in Ukraine.
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India's Ashok Leyland wins $97.5 million deal for trucks

17th July 2023

Ashok Leyland, the largest logistics vehicle supplier to the Indian Army, has won significant defence contracts worth INR800 crore for the Field Artillery Tractor (FAT 4x4) and Gun Towing Vehicle (GTV 6x6).
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Slovakia to buy Oshkosh JLTVs in modernisation push

17th July 2023

The Slovak Armed Forces will acquire 160 Oshkosh 4x4 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs), enhancing their capabilities and advancing modernisation efforts.
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Comtech wins $30 million contract for next-gen Troposcatter systems

17th July 2023

Comtech has secured a $30 million contract to provide its next-generation Troposcatter Family of Systems (FoS) to Fairwinds Technologies, enhancing US Army tactical communications capabilities and JADC2 operations.
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Argentina moves ahead with projects to modernise its armoured vehicle fleet

14th July 2023

While the country is advancing negotiations with Brazil to procure 6x6 Guarani vehicles, it conducted demonstrations with the second prototype of the modernised TAM MBT.
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Why US Army artillery needs a new Precision Guidance Kit

14th July 2023

Northrop Grumman has secured a $40.6 million US Army contract for M1156E4 Precision Guidance Kit development, expanding capabilities for new artillery systems. Learn more about this major upgrade.
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Australia greenlights Land 200 Phase 3 Battlefield Command System

14th July 2023

The pursuit of a battlefield management system is back on the table for the Australian Army.
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£20 million contract advances Challenger 3 missile protection system

14th July 2023

A £20 million contract has been awarded to Rafael for Trophy active protection systems to be evaluated on UK Challenger 3 MBTs. Demonstrations and testing are set for 2024.
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UK and Poland cooperating on development of future common missile

14th July 2023

The UK and Poland will work together to develop a future common missile based on MBDA's Common Anti-Air Modular Missile (CAMM) as part of wider cooperation between London and Warsaw.
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Rafael demonstrates BNET tactical communications for Romanian special forces

13th July 2023

Rafael showcased the capabilities of its BNET communications system to Romanian special forces in an effort to demonstrate real-time battle management and information gathering in complex operational environments.