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LATEST GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTS
Cyber & Space
ASELSAN is Ready to Realize the Gökbağ Constellation Project with 198 Satellites in Space
ASELSAN has developed a satellite constellation architecture consisting of 198 satellites to operate in LEO orbit. Within the scope of the project, it is expanding its work towards space-based capabilities.
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Cyber & Space
ROKETSAN Carries Its Power into Space onto the Global Stage: Strategic Exhibit at IAC 2026
As the leader of Turkey's vision for independent access to space, ROKETSAN introduces its most advanced rockets and satellite launch systems at the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026), where it is the main sponsor, to global defense and aviation authorities.
Land Systems
Nordic Countries Initiate TRACKX Procurement to Increase Operational Speed
Finland and Sweden have taken initial steps to procure the Patria TRACKX Armored Utility Vehicle. Unlike many nations, these countries are focusing on mobility rather than protection.
Air Systems
A $20 billion major deal from the Pentagon to Raytheon: SM-6 production at a critical juncture
U.S. Department of Defense, to urgently replenish dwindling missile stocks and to boost air defense capabilities, signed a massive $20 billion SM-6 procurement contract with Raytheon.
Air Systems
China Demonstrates Layered Counter-Drone Defense Systems in People's Liberation Army Operations
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has released rare video clips demonstrating its layered counter-drone defense systems. Chinese authorities announced that a regiment of the PLA's 75th Group Army conducted multi-scenario exercises in the Gobi Desert. Chinese authorities announced that a regiment of the PLA's 75th Group Army conducted multi-scenario exercises in the Gobi Desert.
Land Systems
Land Systems
Nordic Countries Initiate TRACKX Procurement to Increase Operational Speed
Finland and Sweden have taken initial steps to procure the Patria TRACKX Armored Utility Vehicle. Unlike many nations, these countries are focusing on mobility rather than protection.
Land Systems
Autonomous Format for the Future Battlefield: US Army Establishes New Command and Procurement Directorate
The US Army is establishing the Future and Autonomous Systems Command (FASCOM) and the Autonomous Procurement Directorate in order to overcome bureaucratic hurdles delaying modernization and to accelerate the integration of unmanned platforms.
Land Systems
Strategic Move from Turkish Defense Giant MKE in Baku: BMP-1 Modernization and Ammunition Factory
Machinery and Chemical Industry (MKE) is carrying out a strategic technology transfer to the Azerbaijani defense industry through the establishment of an ammunition factory and BMP-1 modernization projects, facilitated by its first international joint company established in Baku.
Naval Systems
Naval Systems
Sweden Begins Construction of First Luleå Class FDI Warship
Sweden signed an agreement with Naval Group to build the first Luleå Class FDI warship. The first Luleå Class warship built for the Swedish Navy is named HSwMS Luleå. The first Luleå Class warship built for the Swedish Navy is named HSwMS Luleå.
Naval Systems
Germany Equips F125 Frigates with IRIS-T SLM: A New Era of Air Defense at Sea
Germany has signed an official contract with Diehl Defence to equip its F125-class frigates with medium-range IRIS-T SLM air defense missiles, fundamentally transforming the air defense capacity of its naval power.
Naval Systems
Critical Test by the French Navy: Rampart CIWS Debuts at Open Sea
During the WILDFIRE 26.2 exercise held off the coast of Toulon, the French Navy conducted the first sea test of the Naval Group-manufactured Rampart modular close-in weapon system aboard an amphibious assault ship.
Air Systems
Air Systems
Global Intelligence Summit at the White House AI Chair: A Critical Geopolitical Move from the U.S.
U.S. President Trump placed National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton at the head of the 'Super Intelligence Force' AI task force. This move marks a fundamental turning point in Washington's strategy to treat AI as a matter of national security and geopolitical advantage.
Air Systems
Germany to Establish First Drone Regiment in 2027 by Learning Lessons from the Ukraine War
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced plans to establish the first dedicated drone regiment in 2027 in order to learn lessons from the Ukraine War. This step is part of long-delayed measures taken by the German military regarding remote-controlled combat vehicles.
Air Systems
European Defense Start-ups to Raise a Record $10.5 Billion in 2026
European defense start-ups are set to secure a record $10.5 billion in funding in 2026. This amount is more than four times last year's $2.6 billion. Led by investments in firms developing drone technology, this figure has been determined according to data analysis tracked by Dealroom.
Cyber & Space
Cyber & Space
ASELSAN is Ready to Realize the Gökbağ Constellation Project with 198 Satellites in Space
ASELSAN has developed a satellite constellation architecture consisting of 198 satellites to operate in LEO orbit. Within the scope of the project, it is expanding its work towards space-based capabilities.
Cyber & Space
ROKETSAN Carries Its Power into Space onto the Global Stage: Strategic Exhibit at IAC 2026
As the leader of Turkey's vision for independent access to space, ROKETSAN introduces its most advanced rockets and satellite launch systems at the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026), where it is the main sponsor, to global defense and aviation authorities.
Cyber & Space
USS Ted Stevens (DDG 128): A New Combat Power Established in Alaska
USS Ted Stevens (DDG 128) was officially commissioned in Alaska as a new Flight III Arleigh Burke-class cruiser. Equipped with SPY-6 radar and Aegis Baseline 10, this new combat power offers unique air and missile defense capabilities in naval warfare.