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19 Jun 25. Lincad supplies specialist battery systems for PHASA-35 HAPS UAS. Lincad has secured a contract with BAE Systems’ subsidiary company, Prismatic, to develop high voltage lithium-ion battery packs to power PHASA-35. The Surrey-based battery systems specialist has been working collaboratively with Prismatic to increase the battery capacity to power PHASA-35, Prismatic’s ultra-light, solar-electric, high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) unmanned aerial system (UAS) developed and built in its facility in Hampshire. PHASA-35 offers a persistent and cost-effective alternative to traditional communications and image sensing systems, allowing payloads to be sent up into the stratosphere, rather than deeper into space.
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16 Jun 25. The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has awarded the £5.15m satellite contract for the Orpheus space domain awareness mission to Astroscale UK. This will be a successor to the Prometheus-2 and CIRCE missions that were lost aboard the Virgin Orbit launch in 2023. Orpheus is a collaborative effort between UK industry, government and academia–as well as international government partners in Canada and the US. Launch is anticipated to be in 2027. Astroscale UK is working with subcontractor Open Cosmos Limited who will design and build 2 near identical cubesats that Astroscale UK will operate for the mission. The satellites will fly in formation in Low Earth, Sun Synchronous Orbit to observe and collect critical data using in-situ and remote sensing techniques. (Source: https://www.gov.uk/)
16 Jun 25. Leonardo – The UK Government has released £204.6m of funding towards the production and integration of an advanced new radar for the latest Royal Air Force (RAF)’s Eurofighter Typhoon jets. The state-of-the-art radar, known as the ECRS Mk2, will transform Typhoon’s control of the air, bringing a world-class electronic warfare capability which will allow the aircraft to simultaneously detect, identify and track multiple targets in the air and on the ground. The latest funding secures the critical elements required to manufacture the radar along with its integration on to the aircraft by BAE Systems and Leonardo UK and comes ahead of a full rate production contract expected later in 2025. (Source: ASD Network)
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12 Jun 25. APS wins Lithuania defence ministry C-UAS contract to protect energy plants. Poland’s Advanced Protection Systems SA (APS) has won a Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence contract for “stationary systems for detecting and neutralising unmanned aerial vehicles” “These systems will be used to protect strategic energy facilities,” according to a ministry statement. “The procurement was carried out at the request of the Ministry of Energy and with the funds of energy companies. The procedures were carried out in accordance with applicable legal requirements and best practices to ensure efficient use of finances. Three suppliers participated in the purchase, and the equipment of the Polish manufacturer “Advanced Protection Systems SA” was selected, all components of which met the requirements set out in the technical specification.” For more information: https://kam.lt/lietuva-isigyja-antidronines-sistemas-strateginiu-energetikos-objektu-apsaugai/ (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
16 Jun 25. BAE Systems has signed a new contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to supply additional BONUS precision-guided munitions to the Swedish Armed Forces. The award is valued at nearly $62m (SEK 600m). This contract marks a continued partnership between BAE Systems Bofors and the Swedish Armed Forces, reinforcing their shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge defense solutions. BONUS enhances the long-range capabilities of 155 mm cannon artillery by accurately destroying enemy combat vehicles, including armored personnel carriers, self-propelled guns, infantry fighting vehicles, and main battle tanks. (Source: ASD Network)
16 Jun 25. FMV, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration and Finnish Millog Oy have signed an armoured vehicle maintenance contract. The new agreement aims to deepen cooperation between Sweden and Finland and ensure the technical support for the use of for example Patria XA 202 platform based armoured all-terrain vehicles. FMV procures, develops and supplies equipment and services for the Swedish Defence Forces. With the agreement, FMV and Swedish Defence Forces are able to take advantage of Millog’s expertise in maintenance and technical support. In addition, the contract enables use of the Finnish service chain in military exercises and operations outside Sweden. (Source: ASD Network)
17 Jun 25. Mehler Protection, a leading provider of personal ballistic protection and part of Mehler Systems, is set to equip the Zurich City Police with the latest generation of operational waistcoats. Over the next four years, Mehler Protection will supply 1,800 waistcoats with integrated soft armour packs (SAP), providing enhanced protection, visibility, and modular adaptability for officers on duty. The project spans a period of 60 months and highlights the strong synergies within Mehler Systems, with the waistcoats being complemented by advanced belts supplied by Lindnerhof, the Group’s specialist in load-bearing systems and tactical equipment.
17 Jun 25. Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) of Giraffe 4A radar systems with associated services to the Swedish Armed Forces. The order value is approximately SEK 1.4bn with deliveries 2026-2027. Giraffe 4A will further strengthen Sweden’s ground-based air surveillance and offers a mobile modern sensor, enabling software-based updates.
SEA
18 Jun 25. The Irish Government and Thales DMS France have signed a multi-million euro contract for a towed sonar system, to enhance the nation’s maritime security capabilities. This sonar system, set to be deployed on Irish Naval vessels in 2027, will enhance monitoring and surveillance within the subsea environment. It will be mainly used to monitor critical areas such as subsea communication cables and gas pipelines within the Irish Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). (Source: naval-technology.com)
AIR
17 Jun 25. Airbus Helicopters – Sébastien Lecornu, the French Minister for the Armed Forces has signed a framework agreement with Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters and Marie-Laure Bourgeois, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing of Naval Group for the future acquisition of the Systèmes de Drone Aérien pour la Marine (SDAM: uncrewed aerial systems for the Navy). The agreement also paves the way for cooperation with other nations via government to government agreements. Each SDAM will feature an Airbus VSR700 uncrewed aerial system (UAS), operated with Naval Group’s Steeris Mission System. Naval Group is also responsible for integrating the SDAMs onto French Navy frigates. As a result of 15 years of R&D experimentation and development, Steeris® MS is a sea proven solution designed for naval combat system integration.
18 Jun 25. Drone Forge and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement to purchase six Flexrotor uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) comprising 17 aircraft, making it the single largest order for the Flexrotor to date. The mission-ready Flexrotor systems will be configured to meet a broad range of operational requirements in the Asia-Pacific region, spanning littoral surveillance and high-altitude inland missions, to infrastructure monitoring and maritime environment assessment.
16 Jun 25. Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/ B3:EMBR3), a global leader in the aerospace industry, announced today during the 55th edition of the Paris Air Show that the Portuguese State has decided to acquire a sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft. In August 2019, the government of Portugal and Embraer signed a contract for the acquisition of five KC-390 aircraft, and with this potential additional acquisition, the Portuguese Air Force’s (FAP) transport fleet will include six new-generation KC-390 aircraft, expanding its capacity to fulfill the missions of the Armed Forces and other missions of public interest. Additionally, Embraer and the Portuguese Air Force intend to include ten purchase options in the current contract for potential future acquisitions by European nations or NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) members through the Portuguese State, in government-to-government negotiations. This will allow for increased interoperability and cooperation with new operators of the KC-390 aircraft, with benefits in reducing costs associated with training, logistical support, and life cycle, as well as the growing involvement and development of the Portuguese aeronautical cluster.
17 Jun 25. Fly-R, the French company specializing in the design and construction of rhomboid-wing UAVs, has been notified of a contract within the framework of a request for offer launched by DGA to develop the largest model of the Fly-R range, the R2-600.
13 Jun 25. ICEYE, the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, and the Portuguese USAF, a branch of the Portuguese Armed Forces, announced on June 12 the purchase of one ICEYE SAR satellite, a ground segment and an antenna at a signing ceremony in Lisbon. ICEYE will deliver the satellite and other components to CTI Aeroespacial, a joint venture between the Portuguese USAF and CEiiA, a local centre of engineering and innovation. The parties are in discussions relating to the purchase of additional satellites in the future. This satellite will be part of the Portuguese component of the Atlantic Constellation, a project for a constellation of small Earth observation satellites, primarily driven by Spain and Portugal, that aims to provide high-frequency data for environmental monitoring and disaster relief, complementing existing European systems like Copernicus. Additionally, ICEYE and CTI Aeroespacial have agreed to collaborate to strengthen Portugal’s national space capabilities by establishing a satellite assembly facility in Portugal. The memorandum of understanding was signed on the same date to establish a long-term partnership as part of Portugal’s 2030 Space Strategy.
13 Jun 25. Lockheed Martin – The Netherlands – Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the Netherlands of Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $215m. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of the Netherlands has requested to buy two hundred ninety-six (296) AGM-179A Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM). The following non-MDE items will also be included: AGM-179 JAGM Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM); Tactical Aviation Ground Munition Program (TAGM) office technical assistance; Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD), Joint Attack Munition Systems (JAMS) technical assistance; missile handling training; classified and unclassified publications; spare parts; repair and return; storage; and other related elements of program and logistical support. The estimated total cost is $215m. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe. The Netherlands intends to use these defense articles and services to modernize its armed forces and expand its capability to strengthen its homeland defense and deter regional threats. This will contribute to the Netherlands’ military goals of updating capability while further enhancing interoperability with the United States and other allies. These systems will be employed by AH-64 Apache attack helicopters operated by the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF). The Netherlands will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin Corporation, located in Orlando, FL. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will require approximately three U.S. Government and three contractor representatives to travel to the Netherlands for program management reviews to support the program. Travel is expected to occur approximately twice per year as needed to support equipment fielding and training. (Source: ASD Network)
16 Jun 25. MBDA awarded contract to develop Fulgur very short-range missile for the Italian Army. MBDA signed a development contract to equip the Italian Army with a very short-range air defence (VSHORAD) system. Announcing the contract during Paris Air Show currently under way at Le Bourget from 16-20 June 2025, MBDA also unveiled the name of the missile – ‘Fulgur’ – at the core of the system that is a solution to an operational requirement expressed by the Italian Army. Fulgur is a man-portable, supersonic, fire and forget, all weather, day and night interceptor. It is equipped with a seeker with image processing capabilities and counters a threat set that includes small drones, helicopters and fighter jets. Its features and performances are fully compliant with NATO standards. The first delivery of this operational missile and man-portable launcher is aimed for early 2028. Fulgur will also be integrated into Sky Warden, MBDA’s modular, scalable, and evolvable flagship system to counter unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS). Capitalizing on MBDA’s expertise in the design and development of air defence systems, the new missile will contribute to reinforcing the company’s offer for a European multi-layered air defence capability, ranging from very short-range to anti-ballistic/anti-hypersonic defence. Being man-portable, Fulgur will also give a tactical advantage when mounted on military vehicles. The missile is designed for ease of integration on current vehicles such as the IDV VTLM2 with Leonardo turrets as well as 8×8 and armoured platforms, or future ones equipped with automated turrets. Fulgur can also be air launched and is suitable for integration onto helicopters.
18 Jun 25. Saab and the French defence procurement agency, Direction générale de l’armement (DGA), have today signed a joint declaration of intent regarding the sale of Saab’s GlobalEye Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to France, including ground equipment, training and support. The joint declaration of intent, which was signed today at the Paris Air Show, includes DGA’s intention to procure two GlobalEye aircraft from Saab. The joint declaration of intent also includes an option for DGA to purchase two additional aircraft. A final notification process to complete the procurement will now follow. The DGA has stated that a contract is expected to be finalised in the coming months. The parties have not yet entered into a contract and Saab has not yet received an order for GlobalEye from France.
18 Jun 25. Saab has signed a framework agreement with the French aircraft maintenance and modification provider Sabena technics relating to aircraft modification work for Saab’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. The long-term agreement is intended to form the basis for future business between the companies, covering complex aircraft modification and associated services for GlobalEye.
17 Jun 25. Thales announces a new contract with Airbus Defence & Space to supply its safety satellite communication (satcom) system to the A400M military transport aircraft. This reinforces Thales’s commitment to delivering modern and high-performance connectivity solutions that contribute to ensuring the success of missions and operations. This contract marks a further milestone in the integration of Cobham Aerospace Communications, acquired by Thales in April 2024 which specialises in the design of secure communications systems for cockpit connectivity.
TECHNOLOGY
19 Jun 25. MBDA start-up NEODE Systems gets first contract. NEODE Systems, the MBDA start-up dedicated to the development of advanced digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI), has received its first contract from France’s Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA) on behalf of the French Army. Less than 18 months after the creation of the MBDA subsidiary, this first contract aims to demonstrate the increased beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) capability of the Akeron MP missile when fired using Ground Warden MBDA’s AI powered decision-making aid. A demonstration due to take place before the end of the year will test Ground Warden through a sequence of firings. This testing will ultimately contribute to the acquisition of a license, providing a solution to meet the French Army’s need to be agile in the face of new battlefield threats. Launched by MBDA in January 2024, NEODE Systems is developing disruptive technologies to increase the capabilities of MBDA’s weapon systems. Thanks to an innovative development model, the solutions from NEODE Systems allow a rapid transition from concept to product. This new model allows MBDA to adapt to new needs from armed forces and therefore respond to new threats observed on the battlefield, maintaining a decisive operational advantage. NEODE Systems also has a commercial model based on the sale of software licenses, to facilitate the integration of improvements to weapons systems deployed in the field.
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18 Jun 25. Cuashub.com said today that American Robotics secures C-UAS contract with U.S. public safety agency. American Robotics, a subsidiary of Ondas Holdings Inc., has reportedly received a purchase order from a major U.S. urban public safety agency for its Kestrel counter-UAS system. The Kestrel platform is designed for drone detection, airspace monitoring and counter-UAS operations in both fixed and mobile deployments. According to the company, the system will be used to enhance security during high-visibility public events, where unauthorized drone activity could pose a risk to public safety. While the purchasing agency has not been publicly named, the announcement highlights the growing demand for layered airspace security solutions at major events, with both the Olympics and FIFA World Cup on the horizon in the U.S. Kestrel integrates both active and passive sensors and is compatible with other American Robotics systems, such as the Optimus drone platform. The company says Kestrel has previously supported operations granted FAA Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waivers. The deal marks a continued push by Ondas into the counter-UAS market following success with its Iron Drone Raider system. https://cuashub.com/en/content/american-robotics-secures-c-uas-contract-with-u-s-public-safety-agency/ (Source: https://cuashub.com/)
16 Jun 25. Base Operations wins AFWERX contract to protect air force bases with AI C-UAS systems. The US Air Force’s AFWERX unit, which connects fast-changing technologies to the requirements of the air force, has awarded a Direct-to-Phase II (D2P2) contract to Base Operations to build a new threat visualization tool “that helps protect missions and improve warfighter readiness. The tool will combine public and private data to map out real-time security threats—giving military leaders faster and smarter ways to make decisions,” said AFWERX in a Linkedin post. The Air Force Research Laboratory and AFWERX have partnered to streamline the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) process by accelerating the small business experience through faster proposal to award timelines, changing the pool of potential applicants by expanding opportunities to small business and eliminating bureaucratic overhead by continually implementing process improvement changes in contract execution. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
18 Jun 25. Clear Align LLC, Nashua, New Hampshire, was awarded a $199,000,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract award for security forces tactical security system. This contract provides for a modular, scalable, tailorable, lightweight, rapidly deployable, ground-based tactical security and surveillance capability at remote deployment locations. Work will be performed at Nashua, New Hampshire, and is expected to be completed by June 2032. This contract was a sole source acquisition under the Small Business Innovation Research Phase III program. No funds are associated with the base contract. The Force Protection Division, Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, is the contracting activity (FA2381-25-D-B001).
13 Jun 25. General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that it was awarded a foundational Information Technology Enterprise contract to support components of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM). The $396m contract, awarded in April, has a one-year base period and four option years. (Source: PR Newswire)
17 Jun 25. L3Harris Technologies Inc., Palm Bay, Florida, was awarded a $487,300,685 cost-plus-fixed-fee for the modernization of enterprise terminals, depot and engineering services support. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of June 21, 2030. Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, is the contracting activity. (W15P7T-25-D-0004)
SEA
17 Jun 25. Fluor Marine Propulsion LLC, Arlington, Virginia, was awarded a $560,493,551 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification to previously awarded contract N00024-18-C-2130 for Naval Nuclear Propulsion work at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory. Work will be performed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (47%); Schenectady, New York (45%); and Idaho Falls, Idaho (8%). Fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance (Navy) funding in the amount of $87,700,000 (54%); fiscal 2025 research, development, test and evaluation funding in the amount of $39,956,500 (24%); fiscal 2024 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funding in the amount of $33,824,878 (21%); fiscal 2025 other procurement (Navy) funding in the amount of $1,200,000 (less than 1%); fiscal 2024 research, development, test and evaluation funding in the amount of $800,000 (less than 1%); fiscal 2022 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funding in the amount of $266,733 (less than 1%); and fiscal 2023 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funding in the amount of $733 (less than 1%), will be obligated at time of award, of which funds in the amount of $88,500,000 will expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., is the contracting activity. (Awarded on May 29, 2025)
18 Jun 25. General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp., Groton, Connecticut, is awarded a $986,785,825, cost-plus-fixed-fee modification to previously awarded contract N00024-17-C-2117 for additional component development, class lead yard support, and Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) supplier development enhancements supporting Columbia-class ballistic missile submarines and the nuclear shipbuilding enterprise (Virginia-class submarines and Ford-class aircraft carriers). This contract combines previously scheduled United Kingdom (U.K.) funding modification in the amount of $16,035,000, as annotated herein, for the continued support of the joint U.S. Columbia-class and U.K. Dreadnought-class common missile compartment program. The industrial base development work is for the furtherance of the Navy’s plan of serial production of Columbia-class and Virginia-class submarines. The Navy and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) conducted the fiscal 2025 SIB Study (SIB25) to determine how to successfully complete the once-in-a-generation recapitalization of the submarine force. The SIB projects in this contract modification directly support the direction of OMB, OSD CAPE, and the Navy. Pursuant to the president’s budget for fiscal 2025, the requirements are included for SIB25 investment for strategic sourcing, supplier development, and shipbuilder and supplier infrastructure. Funding is pursuant to the SIB25 and the 2025 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (Public Law 119-4). Work will be performed in Groton, Connecticut (70%); Newport News, Virginia (15%); and Quonset Point, Rhode Island (15%), and is expected to be completed by December 2031. Fiscal 2025 national sea-based deterrence fund funds in the amount of $794,112,793 (96%); U.K. funds in the amount of $16,035,000 (2%); fiscal 2025 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $9,208,683 (1%); fiscal 2025 shipbuilding and conversion (Navy) funds in the amount of $5,400,000 (<1%); and fiscal 2025 research, development, test and evaluation (Navy) funds in the amount of $641,000 (<1%), will be obligated at the time of award and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year; and fiscal 2025 operations and maintenance (Navy) funds in the amount of $1,200,000 (<1%), will be obligated at the time of award and will expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., is the contracting activity.
17 Jun 25. Serco, the international provider of critical services to governments, announced today that it has retained its contract to provide support to the US Navy’s amphibious warfare ships and systems. The five-year contract has an estimated value of $105m (£80m). Under the contract, Serco will continue providing a range of professional and technical services, including engineering and programme management, test and evaluation, ship design management, and integrated logistics support. As a proud partner to navies, militaries and governments around the world, Serco has extensive global capabilities in the maritime and defence sectors.
AIR
16 Jun 25. Borsight Inc., Ogden, Utah, has been awarded a ceiling $2,180,000,000 firm-fixed-price, single-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the T-6A avionics replacement program. This contract provides avionics replacement for the T-6A aircraft and simulators. Work will be performed at Ogden, Utah; Randolph Air Force Base, Texas; Laughlin AFB, Texas; Vance AFB, Oklahoma; Columbus AFB, Mississippi; Sheppard AFB, Texas; and Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, and is expected to be completed by Jan. 6, 2034. This contract was a competitive acquisition and 12 offers were received. Fiscal 2024 and 2025 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $8,774,306 are being obligated at the time of award. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, is the contracting activity (FA8106-25-D-B001).
18 Jun 25. Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, aircrew, emergency responders and industrial personnel, announced today that it was awarded an additional United States Air Force Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) contract to develop and produce its laser protective eyewear for aircrew, the Block 3 Day and Night Ballistic Spectacles. This order includes more than 3,800 Block 3 Day and Night Ballistic Spectacles over the next 18 months, including development and full rate production. The new ballistic spectacle joins the unique USAF Block 3 product line and follows Gentex’s five previously awarded delivery orders for the USAF Block 3 Contract, which include the Ballistic Day Spectacle, Ballistic Night Spectacle, Day Spectacle, Aircrew Night Vision Goggles Joined LEP (ANJL) and Night Spectacle, totaling 29,400 pieces of state-of-the-art laser protective eyewear. The Block 3 LEP eyewear provides the warfighter a variety of form factors to best suit their mission profile and replaces the Block 2 spectacles with a higher performance product line. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)
13 Jun 25. Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology, has been awarded a two-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by the U.S. Department of State (DoS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL). The contract, valued at up to $74 m, will equip U.S. personnel and partner nations with Skydio X10D small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS), software, training, and ongoing support. Skydio will partner with DoS INL to integrate autonomous drones into existing systems and implement specific improvements to enhance global counternarcotics and law enforcement efforts. (Source: PR Newswire)
19 Jun 25. Fargo Jet Center announced the acquisition of two Beechcraft King Air 360 aircraft from Textron Aviation. The purchase was finalized on Wednesday, June 18th, at the 55th Paris Air Show, with the agreement taking place at the Textron Aviation Special Missions booth.
16 Jun 25. Ursa Major Awarded $32.9m Contract to Deliver 16 Upgraded Hadley Engines for Stratolaunch Hypersonic Test Program. Deal supports increased national flight test cadence through 2032, advancing hypersonic readiness. Ursa Major has been awarded a $32.9m contract to develop and deliver 16 upgraded Hadley H13 engines to Stratolaunch. The multi-year program extends a series of successful flight collaborations and supports a growing operational cadence. The Hadley H13 is a mission-upgraded variant that increases engine reusability with additional starts, driving down cost per flight while supporting new test objectives and mission profiles. Ursa Major’s Hadley engines have powered multiple successful Talon-A missions, including sustained Mach 5+ flight and vehicle recovery, demonstrating the engine’s performance under operational conditions. (Source: ASD Network)
TECHNOLOGY
16 Jun 25. American Electronic Warfare Associates Inc., California, Maryland, is awarded a $466,653,786 cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide advanced aircraft research, development, test and evaluation (AARDT&E) support, to include research, development, management, design, documentation, fabrication, installation, integration, test, evaluation, operation and maintenance in support of integrated battlespace simulation and test and associated AARDT&E capabilities, laboratories, and facilities supporting for the Navy and non-U.S Department of Defense partnering nation programs. Work will be performed in Patuxent River, Maryland (90%); and Hollywood, Maryland (10%), and is expected to be completed in June 2030. No funds will be obligated at the time of award; funds will be obligated on individual orders as they are issued. This contract was competitively procured with one offer received. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Patuxent
18 Jun 25. Ask Sage, Inc., the leading Generative AI platform for government and commercial sectors, today announced a first-year, $10m strategic partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) and the U.S. Army. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the DoD’s journey to accelerate the adoption of advanced Generative AI capabilities across its operations and represents continued federal investment in Ask Sage’s secure platform. As the first FedRAMP High, IL5, IL6 and Top Secret authorized solution, Ask Sage is uniquely model-agnostic, giving defense teams the freedom to adopt and scale the right LLMs for each mission without being locked into a single vendor ecosystem. The partnership significantly expands Ask Sage’s existing footprint within the Department of Defense, delivering unlimited access to the platform for all Combatant Commands (COCOMs), Joint Staff, and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) teams. It positions the company as the premier provider of Generative AI solutions for mission-critical operations. By scaling the Army Enterprise Large Language Model Workspace, powered by Ask Sage’s platform, the collaboration extends access to CUI-compliant and Secret, AI-powered workflows that support operational excellence and warfighter readiness.
17 Jun 25. OpenAI wins $200m US defense contract. ChatGPT maker OpenAI was awarded a $200m contract to provide the U.S. Defense Department with artificial intelligence tools, the Pentagon said in a statement on Monday. The work will be primarily performed in and near Washington with an estimated completion date of July 2026, the Pentagon said. (Source: Reuters)
REST OF THE WORLD
AIR
18 Jun 25. The Tunisian Air Force has finalized a landmark agreement with Bell Textron at the Paris Air Show, purchasing 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters. This significant defense contract marks the first order for this advanced Bell 412 variant in Africa. These multi-role helicopters are slated for deployment in various military and security missions by the Tunisian Air Force. (Source: Defense Arabia)
18 June 25. The Ministry of National Defence of Lithuania has announced that the Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/ B3:EMBR3) C-390 Millennium has been chosen as country’s next-generation military transport aircraft. This decision marks a significant step in enhancing Lithuania’s operational readiness and interoperability within NATO countries (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) and paves the way for the acquisition process according to national legal procedures and legislation.
17 Jun 25. Boeing – Australia – F/A-18F and EA-18G Sustainment Support. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of F/A-18F and EA-18G Sustainment Support and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.0bn. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of Australia has requested to buy the following equipment and services related to sustainment of its F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft fleet: sixty (60) Global Lightning – Joint Tactical Terminal – Transceivers (JTT-X); forty (40) Advanced Electronic Warfare systems; and twenty-four (24) Next Generation Electronic Attack Units (NGEAU). The following non-MDE items will also be included: AN/PYQ-10C Simple Key Loaders; Inline Network Encryptors; AN/ALE-47 electronic warfare countermeasures systems (common carriage); Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) software; aircraft spares and repair parts; other support equipment; software and hardware updates and development; system configuration upgrades; avionics software support; aircraft armament equipment; Foreign Liaison Officer support; technical data; engineering change proposals; engine component improvements; training and training equipment; training aids, devices, and spares; flight test services; transportation costs; system integration and testing; software development and integration; tools and test equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $2.0bn. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States. Australia is one of our most important allies in the Western Pacific. The strategic location of this political and economic power contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in the Western Pacific. It is vital to the U.S. national interest to assist our ally in developing and maintaining a strong and ready self-defense capability. The proposed sale will improve Australia’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing the necessary follow-on sustainment support services for its F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft fleet. It will also improve Australia’s capability to support coalition operations and contribute to mutual security goals in the region. Australia will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and services into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be The Boeing Company, located in Arlington, VA. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. (Source: ASD Network)
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THE TELEDYNE FLIR ADVANTAGE
Integrating Teledyne FLIR thermal camera modules is now easier with our library of how-to-videos, application notes, and our comprehensive support center with product drawings, datasheets, and more!
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