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Singapore and France Forge Alliance to Advance Autonomous Unmanned Systems
A collaboration between Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency and France’s Icarus Swarms aims to enhance the capabilities of autonomous unmanned systems. This partnership focuses on developing algorithms for UxV control, improving communication resilience, and enabling independent identification of points of interest, ultimately aiding Singapore Armed Forces in effective decision-making.
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Spanish Marine Corps Enhance Surveillance Capabilities with Advanced Drone System
The Tercio de Armada Marine Corps Brigade of Spain has completed training for the Seeker Unmanned Aerial System, part of the CIMSEE-22 project aimed at enhancing ISR capabilities. The light, fixed-wing drone excelled in various operational scenarios, receiving positive feedback for its user-friendliness and reliability, thereby advancing Spanish technological initiatives.
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Anduril to Power Saab’s Extended-Range GLSDB with New Rocket Motors
Anduril Industries will develop solid rocket motors for Saab’s extended-range GLSDB, enhancing its precision weapon capabilities. This partnership focuses on advanced propulsion technology, aiming to improve the GLSDB’s range and effectiveness for ground forces. The collaboration marks a significant advancement in ground-launched munitions for modern defense applications.
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Diehl Defence and POLARIS Forge Partnership for Advanced Airborne Defense Systems
Diehl Defence and POLARIS Raumflugzeuge GmbH have signed an exclusive agreement to develop innovative airborne defense systems. Their collaboration focuses on integrating Diehl’s IRIS-T missile with POLARIS’ unmanned systems, creating the Airborne Launching and Attack System (AirLAS), enhancing military capabilities with extended range and effective engagement. Initial flight tests are anticipated this year.
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Mach Industries Secures $100 Million to Boost U.S. Defense Manufacturing
Mach Industries has secured $100 million in Series B funding to enhance its unmanned defense systems. Led by Khosla Ventures and Bedrock, the investment will expand its manufacturing facility and tactical engine division. CEO Ethan Thornton underscored the need for advanced capabilities to maintain national security. Established in 2023, the company collaborates with U.S. defense…
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Parrot Unveils ANAFI UKR Micro-UAV at Paris Air Show 2025, Emphasizing Resilience and Offline Autonomy
Parrot has unveiled its ANAFI UKR micro-UAV at the 2025 Paris Air Show, designed for military, public safety, and government missions. These drones operate in GPS-denied environments, featuring advanced navigation, robust communication, and impressive endurance. Weighing less than 1 kg, they are rapidly deployable with a range of 23 km and a flight time of…
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Franco-Indian Defense Collaboration Takes Flight: Bharat Forge and Turgis & Gaillard to Co-Manufacture AAROK UAV in India
Bharat Forge Ltd. and France’s Turgis & Gaillard have partnered to co-develop the AAROK MALE UAV in India, emphasizing defense sovereignty. This UAV features extensive endurance, substantial payload capacity, and multi-mission capabilities, including ISR, strikes, and maritime operations. The collaboration aligns with India’s self-reliance initiatives and aims for independent defense production.
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Delair Unveils New Long-Range DT61 Drone at Paris Air Show 2025
Delair unveiled the DT61 drone at the 2025 Paris Air Show, featuring fixed-wing VTOL capabilities, over seven hours of flight time, and a 15 kg payload capacity. Designed for diverse inspection and surveillance missions, it is portable and can be deployed quickly. The DT61 is set for operations in late 2025.
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Rheinmetall and Anduril Forge Alliance for European Defense Autonomy
Rheinmetall and Anduril Industries have formed a strategic partnership to co-develop autonomous air systems for Europe’s defense, focusing on integrating Anduril’s Barracuda and Fury vehicles into Rheinmetall’s framework. The collaboration emphasizes local production, modularity, and adaptability to NATO’s needs, enhancing Europe’s defense capabilities with advanced propulsion technologies.
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Thales and Turgis Gaillard Collaborate on Fully French Airborne Surveillance Solution
Thales and Turgis Gaillard have partnered to develop a fully French airborne surveillance solution combining Turgis Gaillard’s AAROK MALE drone with Thales’s AirMaster S radar. This collaboration aims to enhance France’s defense autonomy, focusing on intelligence and maritime surveillance, and integrates advanced technology for high-intensity operations.
