upgrade – The Defense Post

Apr- 2026 -

13 April

New Capability Allows Taiwan’s M60A3 Tanks to Handle Two Targets at Once

A new version of Taiwan’s legacy M60A3 Patton tank has recently come into view, featuring a digitalized fire-control system that allows simultaneous tracking and engagement of separate targets.

Mar- 2026 -

11 March

Air

A P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft. Photo: Portuguese Air Force

Rojoef Manuel

Canada to Upgrade Portugal’s P-3C Orion Patrol Aircraft

Canada has signed a government-to-government contract to modernize five Portuguese Air Force P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft.

Jan- 2026 -

30 January

Europe

The Spanish Armada guided-missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán, pictured, steams alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) prior to a replenishment-at-sea as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sawyer Connally)

Rojoef Manuel

US Greenlights $1.7B Materials Sale for Spain’s F100 Frigate Mid-Life Upgrade

The US State Department has approved a $1.7-billion foreign military sale to Spain in support of its F100 frigate mid-life upgrade program.

Dec- 2025 -

10 December

Americas

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Northrop Grumman Rolls Out Smarter G/ATOR Radar

A software upgrade is giving Northrop Grumman’s G/ATOR sharper eyes, spotting threats farther and enabling faster reactions.

Sep- 2025 -

11 September

Land

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

New Generation JLTV and HUMVEE Tactical Vehicles Take Center Stage at DSEI

AM General is showcasing its latest light tactical vehicles at the DSEI 2025 defense expo in London, featuring major upgrades in protection, survivability, and ease of maintenance.

5 September

Americas