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Apr- 2026 -

21 April

Machine gun ammunition is seen stacked at a supply point as Soldiers assigned to the 95th Chemical Company, “Arctic Dragons”, 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, U.S. Army Alaska, prepare to execute a gunnery live-fire exercise with M1135 Stryker Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicles on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, April 5, 2017. The gunnery tested Soldier’s proficiency with identifying, engaging, and eliminating hostile targets while increasing combat effectiveness. The Styker NBCRV provides Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical detection and surveillance for battlefield visualization, and situational awareness to increase unit combat power. The core of the NBCRV is its on-board integrated NBC sensor suite, and integrated meteorological system. An NBC positive overpressure system minimizes cross-contamination of samples and detection instruments, provides crew protection, and allows extended operation at Mission Oriented Protective Posture. (U.S. Air Force photo/Justin Connaher)

Pentagon Taps Automakers for WWII-Style Weapons Industry Push

Washington is exploring a World War II-style expansion of US weapons manufacturing, holding early talks with automobile developers, including General Motors and Ford, to repurpose factory capacity for military production.

8 April

Arms

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S. Korea’s Hanwha Moves to Absorb Poongsan Ammo Division

South Korean defense contractor Hanwha Group has submitted a bid to acquire the ammunition business of Seodaemun-gu-based Poongsan Corporation.

Mar- 2026 -

17 March

Americas

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Task Force Redleg add blocks of C4 explosives to rocket motors to create a demolition shot in preparation for a controlled detonation exercise near Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, March 19, 2025. The purpose of the range was to destroy unserviceable munitions to reduce risk allowing the Coalition to better support future operations. These skill sets allow Coalition members to be effective force multipliers by mentoring and developing partner force capabilities to defeat ISIS and maintain regional security and stability. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Ryan Ahmed)

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US Army Plans New Explosives Research and Factory Hub in Kentucky

The US Army is requesting industry proposals to build a new explosives research and production hub in Kentucky as global conflicts strain munitions supplies and expose shortages.

12 March

Arms

155-millimeter artillery ammunition is manufactured at Rheinmetall

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Rheinmetall Converts Berlin Auto Plant to Produce 155mm Shell Casings

German defense contractor Rheinmetall is converting its automotive parts factory in Berlin to manufacture casings for 155-millimeter artillery shells, expanding the company’s ammunition production network.

Feb- 2026 -

17 February

Arms

Kuwait's Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah inspecting shells at a new ammunitions factory

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Kuwait Opens First Domestic Plant for Light Ammunition

Kuwait has launched a light ammunition manufacturing facility, boosting the country’s self-reliance and domestic industrial base.

9 February

Arms

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Australian Firm Unveils Laser Weapons Plant in Singapore

Electro Optic Systems has inaugurated a new center in Singapore to build high-energy laser weapon systems, establishing a regional hub to support international defense customers.

9 February

Arms

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LIG Nex1 to Construct New Weapons Factory in S. Korea

South Korea’s LIG Nex1 will invest $252.7 million to build a production facility in Gumi, Gyeongsangbuk-do, as Seoul expands guided weapons and aerospace manufacturing capacity.

Dec- 2025 -

15 December

Americas

A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) attached to the 3-27 Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, dropping rocket pods during the Table XVIII Qualification on Fort Bragg, N.C., Oct. 1, 2025. Table XVIII tests a battalion's ability to coordinate and execute multiple live-fire missions, integrating the capabilities of all its batteries under realistic, often high-stress conditions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Robertson)

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US Companies to Explore Materials Alternative for Guided Munition

Minnesota-based Niron Magnetics and Moog Inc. in New York have partnered to evaluate rare earth-free magnets for use in guided munitions.

12 December

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Rheinmetall Enhances Ammo Supply Chain With Muni Berka Takeover

Rheinmetall has acquired Muni Berka in Südharz to expand its ammunition storage and handling capacity as the company ramps up defense production in Germany.

11 December

Americas

170311-N-JH293-028 WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (March 11, 2017) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Grahm Johnson, from Anaheim, Calif., inspects .50-caliber machine gun ammunition aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during a defense of the amphibious task force exercise. Green Bay, part of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance warfighting readiness and posture forward as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Chris Williamson/Released)

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US Army to Build Mobile Refineries for Key Ammo Mineral Production

The US Army has announced the development of a small, transportable refinery fleet to produce critical minerals used in ammunition and weapon systems manufacturing.

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