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US orders more Humvees after Israeli contract, boosting vehicle’s prospects

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US orders more Humvees after Israeli contract, boosting vehicle’s prospects

30th July 2025

The AM General High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV or Humvee) is one of the most widely used vehicles with more than 250,000 vehicles in service with as many as 20 countries. The orders are a boost for the platform which was singled out for a reduction in numbers in a recent US Army reform document.

Singapore declassifies SEAL Carrier swimmer delivery vehicle for special forces use

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Singapore declassifies SEAL Carrier swimmer delivery vehicle for special forces use

27th June 2025

Singapore’s navy has introduced the Combatant Craft Underwater vessel, a multi-mode swimmer delivery vehicle designed to enhance its Naval Diving Unit’s ability to conduct covert maritime special operations.

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SOF Week 2025: Global threats and industry opportunities in focus (video)

At SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, Florida, Stu Bradin, President and CEO of the Global SOF Foundation (GSOF), underscored the increasing operational demands placed on special operations forces (SOF) as globa...

 

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Clearspeed provides advanced voice analytics for risk assessment (video)

Clearspeed's innovative voice analytics technology is transforming risk assessment and insider threat detection for global security forces, including NATO Special Operations.

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Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces’ operations

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Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces’ operations

31st May 2025

The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

US Army to test droppable camera for perimeter security under the xTech programme

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US Army to test droppable camera for perimeter security under the xTech programme

12th May 2025

Bounce Imaging’s Thermal Camera Spike is a rugged, deployable 360° surveillance tool.

NATO funds portable charging technology for Arctic deployment

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NATO funds portable charging technology for Arctic deployment

8th May 2025

Technology provided by Quaze Technologies will enable wirelessly charging of unmanned systems.

Polaris unveils new military snowmobile for Arctic SOF operations

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Polaris unveils new military snowmobile for Arctic SOF operations

8th May 2025

Polaris Government and Defense has launched the Military 850 TITAN 155 snowmobile ahead of SOF Week 2025. Designed for immediate deployment in cold-weather environments, the platform will enter trials with special operations forces by year-...

Canadian light and beacon solutions promise to improve safety for SOF teams

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Canadian light and beacon solutions promise to improve safety for SOF teams

8th May 2025

Solutions supplied by Adventure Tactical currently equip military and law enforcement forces of 24 countries.

SOF Week 2025: SubSea Craft introduces MARS USV

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SOF Week 2025: SubSea Craft introduces MARS USV

7th May 2025

The MARS platform was built be a low-signature, multi-role, mission-configurable capability.

Australian Army advances with the implementation of countermining training

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Australian Army advances with the implementation of countermining training

7th May 2025

The branch entered this year in the second phase of the deployment of the FLAIM Sweeper system.

US and European special operators test Icelandic AI-based solution for marine platforms

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US and European special operators test Icelandic AI-based solution for marine platforms

5th May 2025

Hefring Marine IMAS was designed to optimise vessels’ operation.

US Navy expands GARC sUSV deployment

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US Navy expands GARC sUSV deployment

5th May 2025

The small, unmanned surface vehicle will operate this year in multiple operations and military exercises worldwide.

SOF Week 2025: Global threats and industry opportunities in focus (video)

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SOF Week 2025: Global threats and industry opportunities in focus (video)

5th May 2025

At SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, Florida, Stu Bradin, President and CEO of the Global SOF Foundation (GSOF), underscored the increasing operational demands placed on special operations forces (SOF) as global tensions mount.

Polaris to unveil new MRZR Alpha base vehicle at Modern Day Marine

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Polaris to unveil new MRZR Alpha base vehicle at Modern Day Marine

29th April 2025

The new platform was designed to provide 1KW of exportable power as standard and has been developed in partnership with the US Marine Corps (USMC).

USSOCOM outlines acquisition priorities for FY2026

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USSOCOM outlines acquisition priorities for FY2026

23rd April 2025

The service is seeking all-domain autonomous and counter-robotic solutions as well as deep sensing and assured access technologies.

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