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Lockheed Martin has New VP and GM

Lockheed Martin has New VP and GM

By Lockheed • 15 September 2026
Land

Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) announced today Ali Ruwaih as vice president and general manager of...

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Lockheed Martin awarded $1.32B contract

Lockheed Martin awarded $1.32B contract

By Lockheed • 15 September 2026
Land

The Australian Government has awarded Lockheed Martin Australia a AUD$1.32B contract to advance and sustain...

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Skunk Works Expands Production of Vectis

Skunk Works Expands Production of Vectis

By Lockheed • 15 September 2026
Air

The battlespace is evolving, and the need for survivable, multi-mission, autonomous capability is rapidly...

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Thales Alenia Space wins NIGCOMSAT contract

Thales Alenia Space wins NIGCOMSAT contract

By Thales • 14 September 2026
Space

Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with...

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HAL and Safran Sign Contract with SAFHA

HAL and Safran Sign Contract with SAFHA

By HAL • 14 September 2026
Land

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with SAFHAL...

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Order from FMV for further work on future concept

Order from FMV for further work on future concept

By Saab • 13 September 2026
Air

Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Material Administration (FMV) for continued concept work...

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Changes to the Saab Group Management team

Changes to the Saab Group Management team

By Saab • 13 September 2026
Land

Saab is announcing changes to its Group Management team, effective from 1 October 2026. The changes form part...

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Netherlands announces intention to procure GlobalEye

Netherlands announces intention to procure GlobalEye

By Saab • 13 September 2026
Cyber

The Netherlands has signed a Letter of Intent with Sweden for the acquisition of a Saab GlobalEye Early...

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Rebuilding Defense Industrial Base Requires Skilled Labour

Rebuilding Defense Industrial Base Requires Skilled Labour

By USA D.O.W • 9 September 2026
Land

To remain competitive, the United States must rebuild its defence industrial base — the private sector...

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DOW Announces Navys First Advanced Nuclear Microreactor

DOW Announces Navys First Advanced Nuclear Microreactor

By USA D.O.W • 9 September 2026
Land

The Department of War announced the planned installation of the State of Indiana's first advanced nuclear...

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All Ecowas Member States Confirmed For Afridex 2026

All Ecowas Member States Confirmed For Afridex 2026

By AFRIDEX • 3 September 2026
Land

ECOWAS has confirmed its attendance at AFRIDEX 2026, bringing the defence and security interests of all...

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Microdieseling: The Explosions You Never Hear

Microdieseling: The Explosions You Never Hear

By WearCheck • 3 September 2026
Land

This edition of WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series gives insight into microdieseling. There’s...

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AFRIDEX 2026 Launches 26-Partner Global Media Network

AFRIDEX 2026 Launches 26-Partner Global Media Network

By AFRIDEX • 3 September 2026
Land

The Africa International Defence Exhibition has announced a 26-strong Official Media Partnership Programme...

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Microreactor Selected for US Army Janus Program

Microreactor Selected for US Army Janus Program

By General Atomics • 2 September 2026
Land

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) today announced its selection by the U.S. Army as one of...

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