Anduril announces partnership with Kraken for small USVs
The companies will use Kraken’s small USVs with Anduril handling US manufacturing and payload integration.
Rheinmetall and Destinus to combine forces in new missile systems joint venture
“We must expand the industrial base for modern defence systems in Europe,” CEO of Rheinmetall Armin Papperger said.
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Accelerating space power through software-defined mission dominance
As space threats continue to evolve, existing satellites need new capabilities to defend and protect, even after launch.
Honeywell, Odys Aviation team up on airborne C-UAS program
The system will pair Honeywell’s Stationary and Mobile UAS Reveal and Intercept (SAMURAI) system with Odys’ Laila aircraft to defend from unmanned drone threats.
Companies to enter negotiations to build commercial data centers on Army installations
Using its Enhanced Use Lease authority, the Army wants private industry to finance and run large data centers on underused land at Fort Bliss and Dugway Proving Ground.
AV unveils LOCUST X3, latest entrant into laser counter-drone race
The unveiling at AUSA's Global Force comes as militaries the world over race for cheaper ways to confront the drone threat.
Air Force counter-drone lab requests ideas to track and kill small UAS
Two new Air Force RFIs seek information on systems to detect drones and defeat them with hard-kill systems as the service looks to shore up base defense.
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MQ-9B SeaGuardian® offers Navy-Marine Corps a decisive edge in today’s battlespace
The MQ-9B is uniquely suited to meet the challenges of modern conflict.
AeroVironment to acquire California drone maker ESAero in $200M deal
The multimillion dollar deal for Empirical Systems Aerospace will "accelerate AV's ability to bridge the gap between conceptual design and manufacturing execution," AV chief Wahid Nawabi said.
Costs and delays on NNSA construction projects more than doubled since 2023: GAO report
"Management, vendor, and input costs all contributed to cost growth and delays," according to the Government Accountability Office.
LongShot program eyes new target for early flight tests
The first flight test for the X-68A was originally set to begin in December of 2023, Breaking Defense previously reported.
Germany’s Helsing, HENSOLDT team up on autonomous systems for Euro CCA
“The future of modern defence systems lies in the intelligent and networked interplay of sensor technology and artificial intelligence,” HENDSOLT CEO Oliver Dörre said in the statement.
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In contested seas, autonomy must anticipate, not just navigate
As missions stretch farther and comms grow less reliable, predictive software could become the edge that keeps missions afloat.
DHS taps Fortem to defend US World Cup venues from drones
The contract is part of DHS efforts to protect spectators of the 2026 World Cup.
Coast Guard awards Davie Defense contract for 5 icebreakers
“Revitalizing the U.S. Coast Guard’s icebreaking capabilities is crucial for our security and prosperity, and today's announcement is an important step in that direction,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
C-130J deliveries paused due to technical issues, Air Force says
Despite continued expansion of C-130J usage worldwide, deliveries to the US Air Force have been temporarily paused due to an issue with the aircraft’s communications package.
Marine Corps selects L3Harris to build new Precision Attack Strike Munition
L3Harris Technologies has been selected to supply its long-developed 'Red Wolf' weapons for the Marine Corps' PASM program.