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US Army plans Q2 prototype proposal request for its Mobile Tactical Cannon programme

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US Army plans Q2 prototype proposal request for its Mobile Tactical Cannon programme

19th February 2026

The US Army is seeking a mature 155mm, wheeled, self-propelled capability to replace the towed M777 howitzer in the Stryker, Mobile and Infantry Brigade Combat Teams as it targets a potential 498-unit acquisition goal.

British Army’s Project Stokes 120mm mortar bids due in March 2026

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British Army’s Project Stokes 120mm mortar bids due in March 2026

18th February 2026

Project Stokes could see a new 120mm mortar capability enter British service, with domestic production and international partnerships central to competing bids.

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  • The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

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    Ireland predicted to make French connection for vehicle buy

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    Further investments in OWE and launchers to boost British Army deep fires capability

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Romania intensifies search for more tanks and could look beyond Abrams

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Romania intensifies search for more tanks and could look beyond Abrams

23rd January 2026

Since signing a contract to purchase 54 M1A2 Abrams tanks last year, Romania has been looking into options to buy more tanks, but it could cast the net wider than Abrams with funding considerations potentially set to shape the outcome.

Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

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Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

23rd January 2026

The Indian Army’s modernisation plans reflect the lessons learned from ongoing conflicts and threats as it continues its push for indigenous capabilities.

Thales looks to boost DigitalCrew system through AI and human-machine teaming trials

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Thales looks to boost DigitalCrew system through AI and human-machine teaming trials

22nd January 2026

The Thales DigitalCrew package, first unveiled at last year’s Defence IQ International Armoured Vehicles conference, is designed to merge imaging and apply a layer of decision-making and observation algorithms to support crew and other pers...

Portugal set to join Boxer team as it progresses its army transformation

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Portugal set to join Boxer team as it progresses its army transformation

22nd January 2026

The Portuguese Army is undergoing an overhaul of its platforms with the latest move towards Boxer 8x8 vehicles marking a major step in reforming and modernising its brigades.

Oshkosh reboots British Army vehicle bid and displays JLTV with new weapons

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Oshkosh reboots British Army vehicle bid and displays JLTV with new weapons

21st January 2026

The British Army’s light protected mobility (LPM) requirement, part of the Land Mobility Programme, has taken on a new focus with the medium requirement bumped off to be replaced by heavy. The LPM may now need to fill some of the gap betwee...

Netherlands to get step change in air defence capability with FFG ACSV selection

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Netherlands to get step change in air defence capability with FFG ACSV selection

21st January 2026

FFG’s tracked Armoured Combat Support Vehicle will form the backbone of the Netherlands’ new low-level air defences, Shephard has learned, with scope for further fleet expansion beyond the initial order.

EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

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EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

20th January 2026

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the original designer and manufacturer of the system, states that more than 1,800 have been sold and, while not all customers are known, more than 1,000 of these have been bought by the US and Israel.

Early prototype of General Dynamics M1E3 main battle tank displayed at Detroit auto show

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Early prototype of General Dynamics M1E3 main battle tank displayed at Detroit auto show

16th January 2026

The first prototype M1E3 main battle tank was handed over to the US Army for testing and evaluation earlier this year, and now a pre-prototype has been unveiled. What have we learned from the vehicle first seen on 14 January?

Bulgaria to receive first Strykers in February as part of force equipment refresh

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Bulgaria to receive first Strykers in February as part of force equipment refresh

15th January 2026

The delivery of the Stryker infantry fighting vehicles will form one piece of the country’s effort to re-equip its forces, which includes F-16 fighter jets and new air defence systems.

Rheinmetall KF41 Lynx fighting vehicles set for first taste of combat in Ukraine

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Rheinmetall KF41 Lynx fighting vehicles set for first taste of combat in Ukraine

14th January 2026

A June 2024 agreement with Ukraine for Rheinmetall to provide 10 KF41s along with the establishment of a manufacturing facility in the country has moved a step closer, with the factory now built and a contract signed.

First gun barrels for British Army howitzers due from Rheinmetall’s new UK factory in 2027

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First gun barrels for British Army howitzers due from Rheinmetall’s new UK factory in 2027

13th January 2026

The new Rheinmetall facility will supply barrels for UK RCH 155 howitzers and Challenger 3 tanks while also opening up potential export opportunities, providing a currently absent national capability.

Germany increases Arrow missile defence deal to $6.1 billion as American interest grows

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Germany increases Arrow missile defence deal to $6.1 billion as American interest grows

12th January 2026

Germany’s move to buy Israel Aerospace Industries’ Arrow missile defence system became public in mid-2023 with approval from the US government shortly after. The first operational system is expected to be in service before 2030.

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