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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

3rd February 2026

RTX’s solution for DARPA’s Pulling Guard programme is intended to provide advanced maritime defence technologies to protect platforms against uncrewed surface vehicles and other threats.

Spain’s F100 upgrade mirrors Aegis modernisation paths in allied navies

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Spain’s F100 upgrade mirrors Aegis modernisation paths in allied navies

2nd February 2026

The Spanish Navy’s Alvaro de Bazan-class of air defence frigates will receive the latest Aegis Weapon System technology among other modernisations to extend the service life to 2045.

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