The United States Department has approved an Egypt government request of Abrams Tank Refurbishment, Support, and Equipment for an estimated cost of $4.69 billion
Russian troops have taken delivery of upgraded BTR-MDM Rakushka-M airborne armored personnel carriers, now equipped with electronic warfare systems designed to counter drones. The High-Precision Systems holding company of the Rostec State Corporation sent a new batch of BTR-MDM Rakushka-M combat vehicles to the customer as part of the 2024 state defense order, the company
Turkish defense manufacturer FNSS Defense Systems and Indonesian company PT Pindad, have agreed to produce a new armored personnel carrier (APC) based on the KAPLAN MT, a medium tank that was previously delivered to the Indonesian Armed Forces. The vehicles, which will be developed in two different configurations, are set for delivery by the end of 2026
IG Drones has completed its initial funding round, securing an investment of $1 million at an undisclosed valuation. This round was led by India Accelerator and various angel investors
Rheinmetall and Honeywell have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on developing new visual systems and auxiliary power units for military vehicles. The companies aim to develop visual systems that incorporate Honeywell's 360 Display technology, a driver vision system featuring thermal imaging and daylight cameras distributed around the vehicle
Textron Systems Corporation and Kodiak Robotics have integrated the Kodiak Driver self-driving system into Textron's RIPSAW M3 vehicle. This collaboration has resulted in a rugged and reliable uncrewed robotic ground vehicle designed to keep service members out of harm's way while executing complex military missions
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The Azerbaijani Army has announced the arrival of the first unit of the DITA 155mm self-propelled howitzer, part of a broader order for 70 systems from the Czech Republic-based Excalibur Army. This initial delivery was confirmed ahead of the Azerbaijan ADEX International Defense Fair, scheduled to take place from September 24 to 26, 2024, where the howitzer will be showcased
Indra has launched a laboratory to test the Maestre mission system for the Spanish Army's 8x8 Dragon armored wheeled vehicles and tracked support vehicles (VACs). The new laboratory will facilitate not only the development and evolution of the software of these systems, but also training, 4
South African firm Paramount Group has announced its next-generation 6×6 Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV), the Mbombe 6. The Mbombe family (4×4, 6×6, 8×8) offers maneuverability, ease of weapon system integration, and protection for military personnel