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Lockheed Martin has completed Kodiak’s first integrated live-fire launcher test. The containerised system fired a practice rocket and is intended for deployment from air, land, and maritime platforms.

Dstl research could make military thermal cameras smaller and lighter. The detector architecture increases infrared efficiency while targeting substantially higher operating temperatures and reduced cooling requirements.

Rheinmetall has launched FV-014 loitering munitions from moving tactical vehicles. The customer demonstration paired the weapon with a containerised launcher and tested several simulated mission profiles.

Teledyne FLIR has shipped its 3,000th Ranger surveillance radar system. The Laval-built family now serves defence, border, infrastructure, and counter-UAS applications across more than 40 countries.

Leonardo DRS has expanded SGT STOUT counter-drone capability through software. A US Government test defeated smaller Group 1 and Group 2 unmanned aircraft without new mission-equipment hardware.

Patria and KNDS will localise German CAVS vehicle production capacity. The framework shifts assembly, integration, and technology transfer into Germany ahead of a 2027 production ramp.

CSG has disclosed a €100 million Polish ammunition components agreement. The deal supports Dezamet’s serial 155mm production as Poland expands domestic artillery capacity.

Thales is pairing Bushmaster vehicles with Guardian Angel autonomous systems. The concept would use the protected mobility platform to transport, control, and support UGVs across armed and support roles.

Epirus has secured $11 million for Marine counter-drone development work. HAVOC combines high-power microwave effects, autonomous operation, and a common vehicle integration architecture.

The US Army is opening weapons ranges directly to industry. Companies can seek testing within 30 days without first holding a military procurement contract.