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ÄRNA AIR BASE, Sweden — Sweden today announced it has signed a SEK 7 billion ($732 million) deal to procure the Lockheed Martin’s M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), as part of an ongoing overhaul of NATO’s newest member’s long-range strike options.  The announcement came in front of a US Army HIMARS launcher that had been transported from an undisclosed location in Europe to the hangar here at the air base just outside Uppsala, and was made alongside officials from Finland, Sweden’s close neighbor which will play a role in helping Sweden bring the capability online.  The acquisition comprises…

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A MagNav system was successfully tested during a flight over the Pacific Ocean from Seattle’s Puget Sound to southern Alaska and back. Credit: Defense Intelligence Agency. The US Defence Innovation Unit (DIU) has successfully flight-tested a magnetic navigation system capable of guiding aircraft across open oceans completely independent of GPS. The test, part of the agency’s MagNav programme with Honeywell Aerospace, used quantum sensors to guide an Embraer 170 aircraft over the Pacific, introducing a new era in aviation navigation and military security. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36…

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The Grenadier EPV incorporates a fully armoured cabin, rather than using armoured inserts, to reach STANAG 2. Credit: Team Grenadier Armoured INEOS Grenadier EPV revealed for British Army LMV bid Bespoke armoured shell up to Nato STANAG 2 (not bolt-on) Built in France, converted in the UK across wide supply chain Team Grenadier’s armoured variant of the INEOS Grenadier 4×4 has been revealed for the first time as the consortium prepares for the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) programme, intended to replace the in-service Land Rover and Pinzgauer platforms. As far back as June this year, Team Grenadier had…

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A 70 mm rocket system. Credit: Thales. Thales and Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL) have signed a strategic alliance agreement to collaborate on the development and local production of 70mm rocket systems in India. The agreement, announced during the Belgian state visit to India, outlines plan for sharing technology, producing, and supplying unguided and laser-guided 70mm rocket systems, which are already operational within the Indian Armed Forces. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more Under the terms of the agreement, Thales will provide its…

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Peter JK Bae delivers a keynote address at the fifth K9 User Club. Credit: Hanwha Group. Hanwha Aerospace, a subsidiary of Hanwha Group, has presented a new operating concept for its K9 self-propelled howitzer that integrates vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones into artillery operations, aiming to accelerate targeting and battle assessment capabilities for future battlefields. The next-generation K9 concept was introduced at the K9 User Club event, held from 2-4 September at the Estonian National Museum in Estonia, where military and industry representatives from seven K9 operator nations gathered alongside delegates from Spain and Sweden. Discover B2B Marketing That…

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US approves of major potential arms sales to Saudi Arabia. Credit: J.K2507/Shutterstock.com. The US Department of State has approved two potential Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to Saudi Arabia, opening the way for $5.75bn in defence equipment and support. The proposed transactions include thousands of precision-guided bomb kits and general purpose munitions, as well as new tank engines and related support. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more Under the larger of the two pending deals, Saudi Arabia may purchase Joint Direct Attack Munition –…

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On 06 September, Pakistan’s Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), the country’s primary supplier of armoured combat vehicles, invited local media to tour its new Unmanned Aerial Systems Factory (UASF), a purpose-built facility for producing one-way attack (OWA) loitering munitions and small-factor drones. Speaking to various Pakistani outlets, HIT officials outlined that the UASF currently focuses on four drone families, i.e., surveillance drones, drone interceptors, loitering munitions, and training drones. Last month at the 2026 Indus Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) Expo, HIT revealed the first of its drone products, notably the D-248 and S-369 OWA loitering munitions and the P-905 interceptor…

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The UK fought a blood war against Argentina in 1982 over the Falkland Islands. Credit: Atosan via Shutterstock.com UK defence relies on RAF Mount Pleasant and a small tri-service garrison Argentina is upgrading forces across the domains, increasing the long-term threat UK cuts—especially Navy/Army—could weaken reinforcement or recovery options Renewed attention has been placed on the small UK overseas territory of the Falkland Islands, after US President Donald Trump appears to move toward favouring Argentina’s claim over the islands amid a growing crisis between Washington and London. Located in the South Atlantic, the UK has maintained control over the Falkland…

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