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16 January

MOBILE, Ala. - 231213-N-N2201-001 MOBILE, Ala. -- The U.S. Navy’s newest Overlord Unmanned Surface Vessel Vanguard (OUSV3), launched from Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Ala, Dec. 13, 2023. Vanguard is the first USV for the Navy purpose-built for autonomous operations from the keel-up. (Photo courtesy of Austal USA / RELEASED)

Rojoef Manuel

Austal Launches US Navy ‘Vanguard’ Overlord Drone Ship

Austal has launched the US Navy’s latest Overlord Unmanned Surface Vessel Vanguard (OUSV3) in Mobile, Alabama.

16 January

Joe Saballa

Lockheed to Integrate AGM-88G Anti-Radiation Missiles on F-35s

Lockheed Martin has been selected to integrate AGM-88G High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missiles on F-35 aircraft.

16 January

Joe Saballa

Airbus Acquiring US-Based Drone Developer Aerovel

Airbus announced that it is acquiring American drone manufacturer Aerovel, marking a significant move in its efforts to expand its unmanned aerial system portfolio.

15 January

An artist rendering of a Columbia-class nuclear submarine breaching the surface. The top half of the submarine can be seen above the water surrounding it.

Inder Singh Bisht

Leonardo Wins $3B Columbia Sub Propulsion Contract

Leonardo has been awarded an additional integrated electric propulsion system component contract for the US Navy’s Columbia-class submarines.

15 January

A camouflage-painted Amphibious Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant is seen stationed in a dry plains area. The eight-wheeled vehicle has 12 antennas installed on it, all pointing upwards. The background is a solid baby-blue sky.

Juster Domingo

US Marines Receive First Amphibious Command and Control Vehicle

BAE Systems has delivered the US Marine Corps’ first Amphibious Vehicle Command and Control variant.

15 January

Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona - U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Systems Command, fire a Stinger Missile from a Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona, December 13, 2023. The MADIS Mk1, pictured, and Mk2 form a complementary pair and will be the basic building block of the Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalions’ ground-based air defense capability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Virginia Guffey)

Rojoef Manuel

US Marine Corps Tests MADIS Air Defense System in Arizona

The US Marine Corps has tested the low-rate initial production model of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System in Arizona.

15 January

The black Humaitá (S-41) submarine is seen breaking the surface of the sea. Near the top of its hatch, "S-41" is painted in red. The sea and the sky are a calm blue.

Juster Domingo

Brazil Commissions New Riachuelo-Class Submarine

The Brazilian Navy has commissioned the Humaitá (S-41), a diesel-electric attack submarine, during a turnover ceremony in Rio de Janeiro.

15 January

The M30 Bridge Erection Boat launches into the water during new equipment operator training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.

Rojoef Manuel

Birdon to Deliver Two Bridge Erection Boats for Brazilian Army

Australian firm Birdon has received a contract to deliver two bridge erection boats for the Brazilian Army.

12 January

Inder Singh Bisht

Raytheon Barracuda Naval Mine Killer Achieves Development Milestone

Raytheon has completed the technical data package of the Barracuda countermine device, achieving a major development goal.

12 January

Joe Saballa

US OKs Egypt’s Request for Additional Light Tactical Vehicle Chassis

The US State Department has approved the potential sale of light tactical vehicle chassis to Egypt for an estimated cost of $200 million.

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