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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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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

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A new contract model in Norway supports the continuous modernisation of the CV90 fleet, says BAE Systems Hägglunds.

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First batch of special forces vehicles reaches Bulgaria

11th January 2022

Almost half of the 98 vehicles ordered in late 2020 for Bulgarian SOF have arrived in the country.

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Chilean manufacturer FAMAE has already developed a 70mm MLRS but it is working towards completing a full prototype of a 122mm system this year.

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Proposals to meet a Slovak AFV requirement have been submitted by the Czech, Finnish, Romanian, Spanish and US governments, with a contract due to be signed by late March 2022.

US Army orders more self-propelled howitzers and ammo carriers

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10th January 2022

BAE Systems will produce additional M109A7s and M992A3s for the US Army.

Lithuania receives enough Boxers for battalion-sized unit

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Lithuania receives enough Boxers for battalion-sized unit

10th January 2022

Deliveries of the Vilkas IFV to Lithuania have been unaffected by delays to the programme, and the defence ministry expects to receive a final batch of vehicles by the end of 2022.

Philippine artillery enjoys new ATMOS sphere

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Philippine artillery enjoys new ATMOS sphere

9th January 2022

The Philippines has received its first ever self-propelled howitzers, and its first batch of light tanks is due soon too.

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Avon failure leaves US Army undeterred on next-gen body armour

7th January 2022

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Arnold Defense gains FZ275 firing certification

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Arnold Defense gains FZ275 firing certification

6th January 2022

FZ275 becomes the latest 2.75-inch rocket to be certified with the Fletcher launcher.

Germany issues EOD equipment tender

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Germany issues EOD equipment tender

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The German Army will acquire 385 handheld dual-sensor EOD systems.

Croatia orders additional remote weapon stations for armoured vehicles

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6th January 2022

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