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13 April

Kongsberg Vanguard LP Begins Design Work for Canada’s MSMM Vessels

Kongsberg Vanguard LP has begun to develop and finalize design work for the Canadian Coast Guard’s mid-shore multi-mission (MSMM) vessels, following a 9.6-million Canadian dollar ($6.9 million) contract awarded in mid-March.

13 April

Land

A Leclerc main battle tank. Photo: Headquarters Multinational Division South East: HQ MNDSE

Rojoef Manuel

France to Study Backup Tank Amid Leclerc Replacement Delays

France has proposed legislation to research a temporary main battle tank to replace its Leclerc fleet amid delays in the Main Ground Combat System program.

13 April

Sea

HENSOLDT UK's coastal surveillance radar

Jodesz Gavilan

HENSOLDT UK Wins Coastal Radar Deal for 50 Systems

Sensor company HENSOLDT UK has secured two contracts with SRT Marine Systems to supply 50 coastal surveillance radar systems for national maritime monitoring networks.

13 April

Technology

3D-printed rocket engine combustion chambers shown in the manufacturing area at L3Harris’ Florida facility.

Jodesz Gavilan

L3Harris Cuts Satellite Thruster Build Time by 12 Months With 3D Printing

L3Harris Technologies is using additive manufacturing to reduce satellite thruster production timelines, removing up to 12 months from a process that traditionally takes around 18 months.

13 April

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

US soldier trains with drones at Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana

Jodesz Gavilan

Texas Awards $5M Grant for Drone Training and Battery Development

A $5-million Texas state grant will fund UAS training, production, and battery development programs involving Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texarkana College, and Red River Army Depot.

13 April

Arms

Rheinmetall's CT25 turret fire control system.

Jodesz Gavilan

Rheinmetall Selects Theon Sensors for $47M Turret Fire Control Deal

Rheinmetall has selected Theon Sensors to supply a stabilized electro-optical system for its CT25 turret fire control system for armored vehicles.

12 April

Arms

Bea Castañeda

Bushmaster III: A Guide to the Next Generation of IFV Firepower

This Bushmaster III guide unpacks its 35/50mm flexibility, advanced ammunition options, and how it enhances firepower across today’s mechanized combat environments.

12 April

Sea