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7 August

Thailand to Become First Export Customer of China’s QBZ-195T Rifles

Thailand could become the first foreign operator of China’s QBZ-195T assault rifles after recently signifying its intent to procure the weapons.

7 August

Americas

Joe Saballa

Boeing Delivers First MH-139A Grey Wolf Production Helo to US Air Force

The US Air Force has taken delivery of its first MH-139A Grey Wolf multi-role helicopter produced under a low-rate initial production contract awarded to Boeing.

6 August

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Philippines Seeks Proposals for $202M New Military Equipment Contract

The Philippines’ Department of National Defense is seeking potential vendors for its planned purchase of ballistic helmets and body armor.

6 August

Europe

Joe Saballa

UK Defense Ministry Opens Bid for Ajax Boresight Kits

The UK Ministry of Defense has launched a competitive bidding process for Boresight solutions to be integrated into its Ajax armored fighting vehicles.

5 August

DOD Contracts

Joe Saballa

US Navy Buys Two More Landing Craft From Austal

The US Navy has ordered two additional heavy-lift Landing Craft Utility vessels from Austal to expand its upcoming fleet to five.

2 August

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

India to Make Armored Vehicles ‘Spoof-Proof’ With Navigation System Purchase

The Indian Army will make its armored fighting vehicles resistant to spoofing with the acquisition of advanced land navigation systems.

Jul- 2024 -

31 July

Americas

Joe Saballa

Pentagon’s Lack of Transparency Risks Hypersonic Weapons Development: GAO

The Pentagon’s failure to disclose more details about the challenges and progress of its hypersonic weapons development is posing significant risks to the program.

31 July

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