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18 September

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Volvo, Nordic Air Defence Partner on Vehicle-Mounted Anti-Drone System

Volvo Defense has partnered with Swedish defense startup Nordic Air Defence to develop a counter-unmanned aerial system for military vehicles.

17 September

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Turkey’s New KORKUT 100/25 SB Fires Smart Airburst Rounds to Shred Drone Swarms

Turkish defense firm ASELSAN has introduced the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a mobile counter-unmanned aerial vehicle built to take on everything from reconnaissance quadcopters to loitering munitions.

16 September

Technology

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Next-Level Tank Training: ‘World’s Only Full-Crew’ Abrams Simulator Arrives in Australia

Thomas Global Systems has completed delivery of its M1A2 Abrams SEPv3 Immersive Tactical Trainer to the Australian Army, marking it as the world’s “only full-crew simulator” for the platform.

15 September

Europe

U.S. Army soldiers assigned to 3-278 Armored Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Reaper, fire the 120mm cannon on an M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tank during live fire training for exercise BRIGHT STAR 25 at Mohamed Naguib Military Base (MNMB), Egypt, Sep. 2, 2025. BRIGHT STAR 25 showcases our unified resolve and ability to respond to evolving challenges together. Strong defense partnerships like BRIGHT STAR build lasting capacity, improve interoperability, and send a clear message of deterrence to those who threaten (our partners) and regional peace and stability. (U.S. Army Photo by Joseph Kumzak)

Rojoef Manuel

Poland Receives Third Batch of M1A2 Abrams Tanks From US

Poland has received 38 new M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks from the US, marking the largest delivery of the systems under a foreign military sale contract signed in 2022.

12 September

Sea

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

BAE’s Herne XLAUV Surfaces as New Challenger in Underwater Warfare

BAE Systems has introduced the Herne Extra-Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle, positioning it as a new tool for anti-submarine warfare, infrastructure protection, and covert surveillance.

10 September

Europe

The Common Armored Vehicle System (CAVS)

Rojoef Manuel

Patria CAVS Program Expands to Seven Nations With UK, Norway

The UK and Norway have officially entered the multinational Common Armored Vehicle System program led by Finland and defense mobility developer Patria.

10 September

Europe

Soldiers operate a Pégase light tactical vehicle

Rojoef Manuel

Initial Pégase Light Tactical Vehicles Enter French Army Service

Arquus has announced that the first of its new Pégase light tactical vehicles is now entering service in the French Army.

9 September

Asia Pacific

Rojoef Manuel

Hyundai, Rafael to Install Trophy Protection Systems on K2 Tanks

Hyundai Rotem has signed an agreement to integrate Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ Trophy active protection system onto the K2 main battle tank, marking the first time the South Korea-made armored vehicle will carry such a system.

8 September

Americas

A U.S. Marine Corps Humvee assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 13 disembarks from a landing craft, utility, assigned to Assault Craft Unit 1, in San Francisco during San Francisco Fleet Week Oct. 8, 2024. San Francisco Fleet Week, now in its 43rd iteration, is a time-honored sea service celebration that allows citizens of the Bay Area to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 2,500 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of the Bay Area during the event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Diaz)

Rojoef Manuel

Washington Naval Base to Receive Full-Service Armored Fighting Vehicle Support Hub

The US Navy has awarded Absher Construction Company a contract to build an Armored Fighting Vehicle support center at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in Washington State.

5 September

Europe