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CONTRACT NEWS IN BRIEF

November 20, 2025 by

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UNITED KINGDOM

 

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19 Nov 25. Cohesive, part of Bentley Systems, Incorporated, will play a central role in the delivery of a groundbreaking asset management platform that will transform how the UK Armed Forces manages and maintains its defence equipment. Cohesive will lead the functional design of the management platform and its technical configuration. The UK’s Defence Equipment Engineering Asset Management Systems (DEEAMS) programme will replace 17 existing, fragmented applications with one, artificial intelligence (AI) driven, streamlined platform centred on IBM’s Maximo Application Suite (MAS). Designed to improve operational efficiency and the speed and quality of military decision making, DEEAMS will provide over 65,000 users with real-time information to predict maintenance needs, check stock availability, and improve engineering planning. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)

 

20 Nov 25. MBDA awarded £316m contract to deliver new DragonFire systems to the Royal Navy from 2027, after achieving UK first in latest testing by shooting down high-speed drones with new laser system. Britain’s ground-breaking DragonFire laser has shot down high-speed drones in new trials, as a £316m contract is awarded to MBDA deliver new systems to the Royal Navy from 2027. (Source: https://www.gov.uk/)

 

AIR

 

20 Nov 25. Spaceflux Ltd, a UK-based leader in space domain awareness (SDA) and space intelligence, has won all three major multimillion-pound, multiyear UK government contracts to provide advanced space surveillance and tracking (SST) data across multiple orbital regimes.  The UK Space Agency (UKSA) and the UK Ministry of Defence (UKMoD) contracts, awarded under the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) framework, secure Spaceflux’s central role in delivering the UK’s orbital intelligence capability. Two of these awards continue the operational SST programmes previously delivered for both the UK Space Agency and UK Space Command, reinforcing the company’s position as the UK’s incumbent provider of sovereign optical surveillance data.

 

EUROPE

 

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17 Nov 25. KNDS Deutschland (KNDS) has been subcontracted by ARTEC (OEM of the BOXER system and a joint venture between KNDS Deutschland and Rheinmetall Landsysteme) to supply BOXER RCT 30 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles to the German Army. ARTEC had previously signed a relevant contract with the procurement organization OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en Matière d’Armement). The basis for the procurement was established by the BAAINBw (Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support) and OCCAR. The Bundeswehr is fielding a total of 150 systems under the name “Schakal“. The Dutch armed forces will receive a further 72 BOXER RCT 30. The first RCT 30 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles will be delivered starting in late 2027.  (Source: ASD Network)

 

18 Nov 25. Origin Robotics announced today that the Belgian Ministry of Defense has selected its AI-powered BLAZE interceptor as part of a newly approved 50 m euro national counter-drone package aimed at strengthening Belgium’s ability to detect, track and neutralize hostile unmanned aerial systems. The procurement follows several weeks of escalating drone incursions over airports, military facilities and critical infrastructure. Belgium’s decision comes amid significant pressure to reinforce its airspace security. The country has struggled to respond to repeated air traffic interruptions due to insufficient counter-drone capacity. In recent weeks Belgium had to call in support from Germany and the United Kingdom to compensate for the shortfall. The new short-term package is intended to restore immediate operational resilience while the Ministry of Defense prepares a longer-term investment plan. In addition, Defence Minister Theo Francken has announced a 500 m euro comprehensive anti-drone program for sustained capability development.

 

19 Nov 25. Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by the Bundeswehr to modernise its Army Combat Training Centre (Gefechtsübungszentrum Heer, GÜZ) in Saxony-Anhalt. The main objective is to integrate the ‘Digitalisation of Land-based Operations’ (D-LBO) project into the central training facility of the land forces. The contract was booked in October 2025 and is worth around €61m gross. The first services will also be provided in 2025, with the full integration scheduled for early 2028. The project will have a particular focus on integrating the new digital radio system into the combat training centre. Additionally, all data provided via the battle management system will be displayed in the centre’s command and control centre. Hence, the existing radio infrastructure will be upgraded and expanded extensively. Other components of the contract include establishing a new broadband radio infrastructure using 5G technology, and integrating the Tactical Core software from Rheinmetall subsidiary Blackned into the existing communications infrastructure.

 

17 Nov 25. Skylock to supply multi-layered C-UAS technology to European customer. Israel’s Autonomous Guard subsidiary Skylock, has received a NIS 12 m order from an undisclosed European customer for drone detection and neutralisation systems. Skylock will supply multi-layered sensor systems that combine radar, acoustic, radio frequency and electronic sensors to detect and neutralise drones. Delivery is scheduled for 2026. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)

 

SEA

 

18 Nov 25. Greece Orders a 4th FDI Frigate from Naval Group. On 14 November 2025, Major General Ioannis Bouras, General Director of the Hellenic General Directorate of Defense Investments and Armaments (GDDIA), and Pierre Éric Pommellet, Chairman and CEO of Naval Group, signed the contract for the construction of an additional defence and intervention frigate (FDI) for the Hellenic Navy. This contract covers the acquisition of a fourth FDI frigate and its maintenance, with the extension of additional capabilities across the entire FDI HN fleet. This fourth FDI is a continuation of the FDI HN programme launched in 2022, which provides for the supply of three FDI frigates + one optional, with an ambitious industrial cooperation plan with Greece. The first three frigates are currently under construction, with the first one due to be delivered to the Hellenic Navy at the end of 2025. (Source: ASD Network)

 

18 Nov 25. The German Navy will purchase Lockheed Martin Canada’s combat management system CMS 330 for more than C$1bn, Canadian trade minister Maninder Sidhu announced Monday. (Source: Reuters)

 

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18 Nov 25. Babcock France and Airbus Helicopters have been awarded a 10-year contract to provide in service support to the entire fleet of H145 of the Direction Générale de la Sécurité civile and the Gendarmerie nationale, helping to safeguard communities across France. Awarded by the French Ministry of Armed Forces Directorate of Aeronautical Maintenance (DMAé), the contract covers support to 46 Airbus H145 helicopters which provide search and rescue, air medical transport, and internal security missions, across mainland France and overseas territories. This includes 40 aircraft for Sécurité civile and six new H145 helicopters for the Gendarmerie nationale, which will replace the current Airbus EC145-C2 fleet. The new contract also includes an option for 22 additional helicopters for the Gendarmerie nationale. Babcock will provide support from its maintenance centre in Cannet-des-Maures, and will be responsible for central technical assistance, certain aircraft components, mission equipment, and associated ground support assets.

 

19 Nov 25. The US Department of Defense (DoD) has contracted Boeing to build 60 CH-47F Chinook Block 2 helicopters for Germany. Awarded on 27 October but not announced until 12 November, the five-year Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract is valued at USD876.4m and runs through to 28 October 2028. (Source: Janes)

 

20 Nov 25. Helsing Upgrades Eurofighter With Artificial Intelligence Helsing, the leading European defence technology company, and Saab Germany are to equip the Eurofighter with a new Electronic Warfare (EW) system, whereby Helsing will supply the artificial intelligence. The two companies have signed a corresponding contract valued at a three-digit million Euro amount. The contract stipulates that Helsing will deliver its AI-based software, Cirra, for electronic warfare. Over the next three years, Cirra will be integrated into Saab’s Arexis sensor suite on the Eurofighter. The software and hardware from both companies will jointly enable the Eurofighter to conduct combat missions and to destroy enemy air defence systems. This includes scenarios against equivalently resourced modern air forces. The Eurofighter is initially to be enabled as a standalone air capability. In the future it will also enhance the capability of other Luftwaffe combat aircraft through the collaborative sharing of data. Helsing’s Cirra software addresses one of the most pressing issues in the air domain: adaptable and dynamic air defence radars. Cirra utilises deep learning to classify unknown air defence emitters and understand their intentions. The algorithms run directly on the fighter aircraft, enabling real-time threat analysis and intent recognition, even with unknown emitters. Cirra thus significantly increases the survivability of fighter jets and provides allied air force personnel with complete and accurate situational awareness. (Source: ASD Network)

 

14 Nov 25. MBDA receives new order for CAMM from Sweden. MBDA has signed a contract amendment with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration – FMV (Försvarets MaterielVerk) – to enable follow-on deliveries of the Common Anti-air Modular Missiles (CAMM). This latest contract follows an initial one placed by the FMV in 2023, for use in MBDA’s Sea Ceptor air defence system, which Sweden is integrating onto its domestically made Visby-class corvettes. Sweden is one of a growing number of nations choosing to defend their airspace with MBDA’s CAMM. This latest generation missile delivers a common stockpile for short to medium range air defence in both maritime and land domains. Its soft vertical launch technology creates a minimal launch signature, and provides 360° coverage with a high rate of fire and high performance against multiple simultaneous threats. Operators of CAMM have described its precision as so accurate it can strike targets as small as a tennis ball traveling at twice the speed of sound. This latest contract from Sweden is also a testament to the continuation of MBDA’s proud history of partnership with the country and deepening MBDA’s ties with Swedish industry. Cooperation such as this is at the core of MBDA’s DNA, it is a golden thread with through multiple successful programmes. Building on these successes give us confidence in our future collaborations.

 

14 Nov 25. RTX – The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Germany of Standard Missile 6 Block I and Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC and related equipment for an estimated cost of $3.5bn.  The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress. The Government of Germany has requested to buy up to one hundred seventy three (173) Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) Block I missiles and up to five hundred seventy seven (577) Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC missiles, along with the non-MDE inclusion of MK 21 and MK 13 Vertical Launch System (VLS) missile transport, storage and launch canisters into which are installed SM-6 Block I and SM-2 Block IIIC missiles, respectively.  The following additional non-MDE items will also be included:  MK 21 Mod 3 Vertical Launch System (VLS) canisters; MK 13 Mod 1 VLS canisters; missile and support test equipment component parts; engineering, integration, and test (EI&T) materiel and support required to produce SM-6 Block I and SM-2 Block IIIC missiles; special test and handling equipment; training and training equipment aids; technical publications data; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; related studies and analysis support; and product life cycle sustainment support.  The total estimated cost is $3.5bn. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals 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 proposed sale will improve Germany’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing integrated air and missile defense capabilities deployable from their future Aegis Weapon System equipped F127 class surface combatants, bolstering Germany’s capacity to present a credible deterrence to regional strategic competitors.  The proposed sale will also improve Germany’s ability to operate alongside U.S. and Allied naval forces in facing a full spectrum of maritime threats.  Germany will have no difficulty absorbing these missiles 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 RTX Corporation, with locations in Camden, AR; Tucson, AZ; and Huntsville, AL.  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 not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Germany.

 

17 Nov 25. RTX – Denmark – AIM-9X Block II Tactical Missiles. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Denmark of AIM-9X Block II Tactical Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $318.4m. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress. The Government of Denmark has requested to buy up to three-hundred forty (340) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder tactical missiles and up to thirty-four (34) AIM-9X Block II tactical guidance units. The following non-MDE items will also be included: training aids; weapon software; training; support equipment; spare and repair parts; publications and technical documentation; transportation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated cost is $318.4m. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals 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 proposed sale will improve Denmark’s capability to meet current and future threats by ensuring its aviation forces’ interoperability with the United States and other allied forces as well as their ability to contribute to missions of mutual interest. Denmark currently operates the AIM-9X missile system with F-35A aircraft and ground-based air defense and will have no difficulty absorbing these articles 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 RTX Corporation, 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)

 

14 Nov 25. Saab receives orders for Arexis system for German Eurofighter. Saab has received two orders from Airbus Defence and Space for the Arexis Electronic Warfare (EW) sensor suite to equip German Eurofighters. The total order value is approximately EUR 549m. The delivery period is 2025-2028. The first order marks the continuation of the contract signed with Airbus Defence and Space in March 2024 for the integration of the Arexis EW sensor suite for the Eurofighter EK (Elektronischer Kampf). The order value is approximately EUR 291m and the order is booked immediately by Saab.  The second order includes AI technology by both Saab and its strategic partner Helsing. The order value is approximately EUR 258m and is subject to authority approval.

 

USA

 

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19 Nov 25. Avathon, a leader in applying cutting-edge dual-use technology to complex defense challenges, announced today it has been awarded a two-year, $5 m contract through the U.S. Army. The contract calls for the rapid, continued development of VIPER, a commercially-based product that addresses the Army’s most pressing challenges in Contested Logistics. Avathon’s advancements in its autonomous logistics technology are designed to strengthen operational readiness and sustainment in contested environments. This innovative capability will transform the movement and management of essential supplies across a contested, operational environment. (Source: PR Newswire)

 

20 Nov 25. The Department of War announced today a $29.9m a Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III award to ElementUS Minerals, LLC (ElementUSA). ElementUSA will use this award to enable the development of a demonstration facility in Gramercy, Louisiana to separate and purify gallium and scandium from existing industrial waste.  The company will also conduct initial development work at their Critical Resource Accelerator in Cedar Park, Texas.

 

20 Nov 25. Rockwell Collins Inc., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was awarded a $100,000,000 firm-fixed-price contract for a family of radios, ancillary, and spare items.  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 Dec. 31, 2030. Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, is the contracting activity (W91CRB-26-D-5000).

 

SEA

 

20 Nov 25. Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced it was awarded a $99m contract by the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC) to engineer, deploy, and sustain wireless networks for civil service mariners aboard MSC’s government-operated ships. Under this contract, the advanced technology company will equip ships—located in the Pacific, Europe, and the U.S.—with secure and reliable connectivity by deploying a solution that leverages Low Earth Orbit satellites, advanced wireless and Wi-Fi technologies, and 5G cellular communications. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)

 

17 Nov 25. General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp., Groton, Connecticut, was awarded a $2,283,291,317 cost-only modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-17-C-2117) for additional advance procurement and advance construction Columbia-class fleet ballistic missile submarine hulls (SSBN 828-832), and to support additional program execution in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.232-7998 – Obligations in Advance of Fiscal Year 2026 Funding (Deviation 2026-O0001). 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. No funding will be obligated at the time of award. Fiscal 2026 National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund funds in the amount of $2,229,067,000 (98%); and fiscal 2026 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $54,224,317 (2%), will be obligated at the time made available and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., was the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 12, 2025)General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp., Groton, Connecticut, was awarded a $2,283,291,317 cost-only modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-17-C-2117) for additional advance procurement and advance construction Columbia-class fleet ballistic missile submarine hulls (SSBN 828-832), and to support additional program execution in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.232-7998 – Obligations in Advance of Fiscal Year 2026 Funding (Deviation 2026-O0001). 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. No funding will be obligated at the time of award. Fiscal 2026 National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund funds in the amount of $2,229,067,000 (98%); and fiscal 2026 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $54,224,317 (2%), will be obligated at the time made available and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., was the contracting activity. (Awarded Nov. 12, 2025)

 

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20 Nov 25. The Boeing Co., Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, was awarded a $271,733,232 firm-fixed-price delivery order (W9121516G0001 and H9224122F0073) for procurement of MH-47G rotary wing aircraft in support of U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Most of the work will be performed in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, and is expected to be completed by November 2030. U.S. Special Operations Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is the contracting activity.

 

19 Nov 25. Firestorm Labs, San Diego, California, was awarded a maximum $18,000,000 Small Business Innovation Research II for the Firestorm Expeditionary Manufacturing Cell and associated Manufactured Hardware. This contract provides for development of the xCell system to enable mass production of low-cost, autonomous small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, demonstrate production capability, and provide data to support future system verification, training, operation, and product support. Work will be performed at San Diego, California and is expected to be completed by Oct. 21, 2027. This contract was a sole source acquisition. Fiscal year 2025 research and development funds in the amount of $9,000,000 are being obligated at time of award. The Asymmetric Capabilities, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting activity. (FA8629-26-C-B001) (Awarded Oct. 20, 2025) (Source: UAS VISION)

 

10 Nov 25. iGov has been awarded a position on the U.S. Special Operations Command’s next-generation Targeted Requirement Execution (TREX) contract, this $2.39bn, multi-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) program supports USSOCOM worldwide operations from the organization’s MacDill Air Force Base headquarters in Tampa, Florida. The contract encompasses a broad range of equipment and services, including system integration, hardware modifications, signal processing technologies, specialized communications networks, and other advanced ISR solutions. This latest award marks iGov’s continued role in the TREX program, which the company has supported since 2020. iGov is one of only four companies selected for the new TREX contract, alongside Barbaricum LLC, NexTech Solutions LLC, and Management Services Group, Inc. (Source: Satnews)

 

17 Nov 25. Raytheon Co., Tewksbury, Massachusetts, was awarded a $698,948,760 firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System fire units. Work will be performed in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, with an estimated completion date of Feb. 28, 2031. Fiscal 2026 Foreign Military Sales (Taiwan) funds in the amount of $698,948,760 were obligated at the time of the award. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is the contracting activity (W31P4Q-26-C-0002).

 

20 Nov 25. Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, today announced that it has been awarded a $44m phase 2 contract to advance the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Otter Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) mission to demonstrate the world’s first air-breathing spacecraft and advance next-generation orbital capabilities. The phase 2 contract provides funding to complete manufacturing and deliver the spacecraft to launch for the mission, which leverages the design of Redwire’s SabreSat platform. Otter is built on Redwire’s U.S.-built SabreSat Orbital Drone, a new breed of satellite designed for performance, endurance and cost-effectiveness in VLEO. The spacecraft will showcase innovative software and hardware systems designed to extend spacecraft life and enhance performance in challenging low-altitude orbital environments. (Source: ASD Network)

 

17 Nov 25. USAF Awards Skydio Initial Contracts to Bring Advanced Autonomy to Mission-Critical USAF Specialties. Skydio X10D systems to enhance situational awareness and mission capability for Tactical Air Control Party and Explosive Ordnance Disposal units. Skydio, the leading U.S.-based drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology, in partnership with ADS, a leading provider of products, technology, and logistics solutions for the U.S. Military, today announced two initial multi-million dollar contract awards with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to expand the deployment of Skydio systems across multiple operational units. These efforts extend Skydio’s presence across Air Combat Command (ACC) Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) units, supporting the Air Force’s broader initiative to integrate uncrewed systems into every Airman’s toolkit. The Skydio systems will support TACP Airmen in characterizing enemy order of battle, enhancing situational awareness, acting as communications relays, and enabling near-peer engagements through integration with strategic platforms and weaponeering solutions. In a parallel effort, Skydio has also been selected as the aerial robot of choice for USAF EOD units deploying Skydio systems for both garrison operations and contingency deployments with additional systems planned over the next 18 months. (Source: ASD Network)

 

19 Nov 25. Viasat Secures Renewal Contract with NEXCOM for Managed Connectivity Services Worldwide. Viasat will perform network upgrades at Navy and joint base facilities to improve internet connectivity and enhance daily experiences for Sailors and their families. Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications (SATCOM) and communication services, today announced a five-year contract extension with the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Telecommunications Program Office. Under this contract extension within the company’s Defense and Advanced Technologies segment, Viasat will continue providing managed connectivity services for the personal-use networks that support multiple programs for the Navy and joint base installations around the globe. This includes internet access for Sailors who live in Unaccompanied Housing (UH) or select Family Housing (FH), those who visit Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) facilities, as well as support for those staying in or visiting lodging or other temporary living facilities, such as Navy Lodge, Navy Gateway Inns & Suites/ Navy Inns, Navy Getaways, Wounded Warrior Program and Fisher House® facilities. (Source: ASD Network)

 

TECHNOLOGY

 

14 Nov 25. Exiger, the market-leading supply chain AI company, announced today that it has been awarded a multi-m dollar contract from the U.S. Army to license its 1Exiger software to Army Materiel Command (AMC). 1Exiger will deliver an AI-driven multi-tier supply chain illumination, orchestration, and monitoring capability to transform Army sustainment activities across all major sustainment categories, including ground combat, aviation, fires and munitions, air and missile, and communications. (Source: PR Newswire)

 

20 Nov 25. Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc.,* Norfolk, Virginia, is being awarded an $89,000,000, firm-fixed-price, cost, and cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for production, repairs, engineering services, installation, and integration of the Tactical Edge Nodes (TEN) system to include small tactical edge nodes, TENs, servers, cross domain solutions, workstations, and switches, as well as maintenance, training, travel, incidentals, and logistics product data in support of the Maritime Targeting Cell-Afloat/eXpeditionary, and Program Executive Office-Integrated Warfare Systems. Work will be performed in Centennial, Colorado, and is expected to be completed by November 2030. Fiscal 2026 working capital funds (Navy) in the amount of $23,245 will be obligated at time of award. This contract action was not competitively procured via the SAM.gov website pursuant of the signed determination and findings from the other transaction authority in accordance with 10 U.S. Code 4022 (f)(2), that allows for the award of a follow-on production contract or other transaction without the use of competitive procedures when competitive procedures are utilized for selection of the parties to the prototype project other transaction and the participants in the transaction successfully completed the prototype project provided for in the other transaction. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, Crane, Indiana, is the contracting activity (N0016426DJW79).

 

20 Nov 25. The Applied Physics Laboratory, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, was awarded a $474,319,378 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification to a previously awarded contract (N00024-21-D-6400) to exercise an option for research, development, engineering, and test and evaluation in support of programs throughout the Department of War (DOW) and other government agencies within its core competency areas including: experimental oceanography, acoustic propagation, underwater instrumentation and equipment, marine corrosion, acoustic and related systems, simulations and signal processing, mission-related and public services quick response research, development, and/or engineering. Work will be performed in Seattle, Washington, and is expected to be completed by October 2030. Funds of multiple different appropriation types and years from program offices and components throughout the DOW may be obligated on individual task orders for efforts that fall within the core competency areas. This contract is awarded pursuant to 10 U.S. Code 3204(a)(3), as implemented in FAR 6.302-3; Industrial mobilization; engineering, developmental, or research capability; or expert services. The Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington Navy Yard, D.C., is the contracting activity (N00024-21-D-6400) (Awarded Oct. 24, 2025).

 

REST OF THE WORLD

 

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15 Nov 25. BDL –  The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has entered into a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the procurement of Invar anti-tank missiles valued at Rs20.9bn ($236.4m). Senior ministry officials and representatives from BDL signed the agreement in the presence of defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh at South Block, New Delhi, on 13 November 2025. The contract is intended to supply the Indian Army’s Armoured Regiments with Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM) for deployment on T-90 main battle tanks. (Source: army-technology.com)

 

19 Nov 25. Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) (TASE: ESLT) (“Elbit Systems” or the “Company”) announced today that it has been awarded contracts from the Israel Ministry of Defense in an aggregate amount of approximately $210m for the upgrade of Merkava Main Battle Tanks (MBTs). The contracts will be performed over a period of six years. Under these contracts, Elbit Systems will carry out an extensive renewal of the electronic assemblies of the tanks to extend their operational service life, as well as the upgrade and enhancement of multiple onboard systems. Among these are high‑performance, lightweight, AI‑enhanced electro‑optical sights that provide panoramic day‑ and night‑time observation, along with advanced target detection, acquisition, and tracking capabilities. The contracts also include the supply of spare parts and the provision of comprehensive maintenance and support services.

 

13 Nov 25. Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) (TASE: ESLT) (“Elbit Systems” or the “Company”) announced today that it has signed an international contract for a strategic solution in an amount of approximately $2.3bn. The contract will be performed over a period of eight years. (Source: PR Newswire)

 

20 Nov 25. JJV – India – Javelin Missile System. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to India of Javelin Missile System and related equipment for an estimated cost of $45.7m. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress. The Government of India has requested to buy one hundred (100) FGM-148 Javelin rounds; one (1) Javelin FGM-148 missile, fly-to-buy; and twenty-five (25) Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units (LwCLU) or Javelin Block 1 Command Launch Units (CLU). The following non-major defense equipment items will also be included: Javelin LwCLU or CLU Basic Skills Trainers; missile simulation rounds; battery coolant unit; interactive electronic technical manual; Javelin operator manuals; lifecycle support; physical security inspection; spare parts; system integration and check out; Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD) technical assistance; Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office technical assistance; tool kits; training; Block 1 CLU refurbishment services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $45.7m. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the U.S.-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defense partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions. The proposed sale will improve India’s capability to meet current and future threats, strengthen its homeland defense and deter regional threats. India will have no difficulty absorbing these articles 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 contractors will be a RTX Corporation/Lockheed Martin Javelin Joint Venture (JJV) of Orlando, Florida and Tucson, Arizona. 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 not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to India. (Source: ASD Network)

 

20 Nov 25. RTX – India – Excalibur Projectiles. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to India of Excalibur Projectiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $47.1m. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress. The Government of India has requested to buy up to two hundred sixteen (216) M982A1 Excalibur tactical projectiles. The following non-MDE items will also be included: ancillary items; Portable Electronic Fire Control Systems (PEFCS) with Improved Platform Integration Kit (iPIK); primers; propellant charges; U.S. Government technical assistance; technical data; repair and return services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $47.1m. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the U.S.-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defense partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions. The proposed sale will improve India’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing precision capability equipment, which will increase first strike accuracy in its brigades. India will have no difficulty absorbing these articles 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 RTX Corporation, 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)

 

18 Nov 25. RTX/LM – The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of Patriot air defense system sustainment and related equipment to Ukraine for an estimated cost of $105m, the Pentagon said on Tuesday. The principal contractors for the sale will be RTX Corp (RTX.N) and Lockheed Martin (LMT.N) the Pentagon said in a statement. (Source: Reuters)

 

SEA

 

20 Nov 25. Babcock – The UK has won an initial contract to assist the South African Navy in assessing the operational readiness of their Type 209 submarines and undertaking the deep maintenance of at least one of those submarines. This marks British defence firm Babcock’s first defence contract in South Africa. (Source: https://www.gov.uk/)

 

AIR

 

18 Nov 25. The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for ten H225M helicopters. The H225Ms will be equipped for combat search and rescue operations and will be operated by the Royal Moroccan Air Force (Forces royales air). They will replace the current Pumas which have been in service for more than 40 years.

 

20 Nov 25. Dassault – Ukraine has signed a letter of intent to acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation as part of major 10-year deal with France. Along with the jets, Ukraine is also in line to get SAMP-T air defence systems, radars, air-to-air missiles, and aerial munitions. This deal represents the largest order ever for the Rafale fighter aircraft, if all deliveries are realised. (Source: Clarion)

 

14 Nov 25. Saab signed a contract with the Colombian Government and received an order for 17 Gripen E/F fighter aircraft. The order value is EUR 3.1bn and deliveries will take place 2026-2032.  The contract includes 15 Gripen E one-seater and two Gripen F two-seater fighter aircraft as well as associated equipment and weapons, training and services.  Saab and the Colombian Government have today also signed two offset agreements outlining the framework for various military and social projects. These cover a comprehensive industrial cooperation package that will benefit Colombia in areas including aeronautics, cyber security, health, sustainable energy and water purification technology.

 

18 Nov 25. The United States confirmed the sale to Taiwan of an advanced missile system worth almost $700m which has been battle-tested in Ukraine, its second weapons package in a week bringing the total of $1bn, and reaffirmed support for Taipei. In the Indo-Pacific region, only Australia and Indonesia now operate the system, three of which the United States said last year Taiwan would receive as part of a $2bn weapons sale. (Source: Reuters)

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