SpaceWERX Selects 11 Companies for $562M Military Space Tech Funding
SpaceNews
21.08.2026
Elektronik Harp & Siber
US Navy Leads Multinational Effort to Develop Next-Gen SeaSparrow Missile
The U.S. Navy is spearheading a multinational initiative to develop the next generation of the Evolved SeaSparrow air defense missile. This advanced weapon aims to protect naval fleets against complex, high-speed, and massed missile threats across NATO allied forces.
Defense News (Global)
20.08.2026
Savunma Şirketleri
Ukraine Faces Massive Russian Missile Threat Amid Air Defense Shortages
Ukraine is bracing for unprecedented Russian missile salvos of up to 200 projectiles designed to overwhelm depleted air defense systems. The critical shortage of high-end interceptors like Patriot missiles leaves key urban centers vulnerable to ballistic and hypersonic attacks.
Defense News Global
20.08.2026
Savunma Şirketleri
US Air Force Procures New Explosives to Maintain Retired F-117 Nighthawk Fleet
The United States Air Force is acquiring new cartridge-actuated devices and propellant-actuated devices to maintain the emergency systems of its retired F-117 Nighthawk stealth jets. Despite official retirement in 2008, the stealth fleet continues to operate for testing, evaluation, and training missions through at least 2034.
The War Zone (Global)
20.08.2026
Elektronik Harp & Siber
US Army Calls for Network Digital Twin to Revolutionize Cyber Defense and AI Training
The US Army Network Command chief has challenged defense contractors to build a comprehensive digital twin of the DoDIN-A network. This virtual model aims to enhance AI integration, cyber resilience, and operator training against sophisticated daily threats.
Breaking Defense
20.08.2026
Mühimmat & Füze
Babcock and Danske Flådeskibe Forge Strategic Partnership for Royal Danish Navy Frigates
Babcock International Group and Denmark's Danske Flådeskibe K/S have signed a Letter of Collaboration to develop an Anglo-Danish industrial approach for future Royal Danish Navy frigates. This strategic alliance aims to enhance naval capabilities and foster defense cooperation between the United Kingdom and Denmark.
Naval News (Global)
20.08.2026
Savunma Şirketleri
US Air Force Antarctic Flight Aborted Due to Russian Missile Launch Warning
A U.S. Air Force resupply flight to Antarctica was forced to turn back to New Zealand after receiving a hazardous space activity warning. The alert followed a notification from Russian air traffic authorities regarding a planned missile launch.
Defense News Global
20.08.2026
İHA & Otonom Sistemler
White House Hosts First 'Drone Dominance' Summit to Boost US Military UAV Production
The Trump administration hosted representatives from roughly 40 defense companies at the White House for the inaugural 'Drone Dominance' event. Officials emphasized the urgent need to expand domestic manufacturing capabilities and secure supply chains away from foreign adversaries.
Breaking Defense
20.08.2026
Elektronik Harp & Siber
US Army Corps of Engineers Modernizes Historic Fort Sill Facilities
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is leading a high-tech modernization initiative at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. This project enhances structural integrity while preserving the historical architecture of Building 900.
U.S. Department of Defense News
20.08.2026
İHA & Otonom Sistemler
US Army Fast-Tracks Commercial Electronic Warfare Systems to Frontline Forces
The US Army is pivoting to rapidly field commercial electronic warfare systems to soldiers without waiting for traditional, lengthy acquisition cycles. This strategy aims to bridge critical capability gaps in modern contested electromagnetic spectrum environments.
Breaking Defense
20.08.2026
Savunma Şirketleri
China Unveils New Y-15 Turboprop Airlifter to Modernize Military Transport Fleet
China's newly emerged Y-15 medium-sized tactical airlifter is undergoing flight testing to replace aging Y-8 and Y-9 transport aircraft. Developed by the Shaanxi Aircraft Corporation, the platform bridges the gap between tactical turboprops and strategic jet transports.
The War Zone (Global)
20.08.2026
Strateji & Analiz
General Atomics Unveils Wildfire Drone as Next-Generation MQ-9 Reaper Successor
General Atomics has introduced the Wildfire unmanned aerial system as a high-performance successor to the MQ-9 Reaper. This comes as the Pentagon seeks affordable, attrition-tolerant platforms following heavy fleet losses in recent conflicts.
The War Zone (Global)
20.08.2026