Land

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.

Raytheon has received $536 million for continued TOW missile production. The modification extends full-rate manufacturing and engineering support through August 2027.

AeroVironment is reportedly set for a major Army laser order. The expected $400 million-plus deal would move LOCUST counter-drone systems beyond prototype procurement, although no public Army contract award had been issued at refinement.

Ukraine says Washington will supply Patriot interceptor missiles every month. Monthly quantities and interceptor variants remain undisclosed, while separate licensing discussions continue over deeper Ukrainian participation in Patriot component production and longer-term sustainment.

Northrop Grumman has secured another production order for JCREW systems. The $46.1 million modification adds electronic-warfare equipment, retrofit kits, spares, and engineering support, with Australian Foreign Military Sales funding forming part of the award.

Kratos will develop a replacement infrared seeker for Javelin missiles. The US Army programme targets obsolescence and a production-ready guidance section.

RENK’s defence order intake reached nearly €1.2 billion this half. Vehicle transmissions and final drives pushed backlog to €7.4 billion.