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The US Army will evaluate BLADE's Hunter WOLF robotic vehicle with the 82nd Airborne for logistics, CASEVAC and mobile power. The trials assess uncrewed ground support roles. Part of Army robotics experimentation.
Anduril detailed upgraded technology for SBMC Phase 2, eyeing a potential Army downselect in 2028. The system targets counter-drone and battle management roles. Reflects Anduril's push in Army autonomy programs.
Eaton is converting heavy military trucks to hybrid propulsion. The work could reduce fuel use while providing onboard electrical power. Hybrid drivetrains may also support silent-watch and export-power requirements. The development is relevant to tactical-vehicle electrification efforts.
The US Army could award Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher contracts in August. CAML will provide unmanned ground launchers for long-range fires including PrSM. It represents a shift toward robotic artillery. Multiple vendors are competing.
CSG has broken ground on a new Future Artillery Complex in Iowa to expand U.S. Army 155mm shell production. The facility supports the Pentagon's goal of dramatically increasing artillery output. It aligns with lessons from Ukraine and Israel operations. The site adds critical industrial capacity beyond existing GOCO plants.
Raytheon demonstrated its Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor (NGSRI) missile, a key milestone in replacing the Stinger. The system offers longer range, improved seeker, and better performance against UAS and rotary-wing targets. It competes against Lockheed Martin's offering. The Army plans a downselect for MANPADS-class fielding.
The U.S. Army's MV-75 Cheyenne (FLRAA) will receive RTX mission systems for longer-range assault missions. The tiltrotor replaces the UH-60 Black Hawk with dramatically extended range and speed. RTX subsystems include avionics and sensors. The integration marks continued progress on the Bell V-280-based program.
The US Army will mothball 10,000 IVAS 1.0 goggles due to performance shortfalls, according to a new report. Program is transitioning to IVAS 1.2 built with Anduril and Microsoft. Decision reflects continued struggles integrating soldier heads-up displays. Investment topping $1 billion faces scrutiny.
The U.S. Army has tested autonomous mass mine-laying capabilities, integrating unmanned ground vehicles with scatterable mine dispensers. The initiative aims to rapidly emplace obstacles across large areas to shape enemy maneuver. The concept draws lessons from the Ukraine war on defensive minefields. Full operational fielding depends on further testing and doctrine development.
The US Army conducted trials of an autonomous mass mine-laying capability, demonstrating unmanned ground vehicles deploying anti-vehicle minefields at scale. The test advances the Army's shaping and denial concepts in contested terrain. Autonomy reduces exposure of engineer troops. Program aligns with lessons from Ukraine on rapid barrier emplacement.
The US Army tested an autonomous railcar concept for moving military cargo. The system promises reduced personnel exposure and labor needs. It complements wider autonomous logistics experiments. Results feed Army sustainment modernization.
The US Army ordered additional BAE Systems Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicles (CATV/BvS10) for Arctic operations. The tracked vehicle supports 11th Airborne Division Alaska missions. The buy strengthens high-north mobility amid renewed strategic competition. Deliveries follow earlier initial production batches.
The US Army confirmed its M7 NGSW rifle production line has transitioned to the XM8 carbine variant. The shift reflects program adjustments under Next Generation Squad Weapon plans. Fielding decisions tie to soldier feedback on weight and ergonomics. The change has implications for infantry equipping across formations.
The US Marine Corps signed its first production contract for autonomous ground vehicles, awarded to Overland AI. The UGVs will support Marine air defense detachments. The deal marks a milestone in fielding combat-ready autonomous land systems. Initial deliveries enable distributed expeditionary operations.
Hanwha Aerospace has unveiled the K9MH, a wheeled variant of its K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer, targeting U.S. Army artillery modernization requirements. The wheeled configuration offers enhanced strategic mobility and reduced logistical footprint compared to tracked predecessors. The K9MH enters a competitive field for potential U.S. Army procurement as the service seeks a next-generation cannon artillery solution. Hanwha is positioning the system to meet U.S. operational and survivability requirements.
During the Golden Shield exercise, the U.S. Army successfully tested a micro-guided missile as part of its counter-drone effector suite. The weapon is designed for precision engagement of small UAS targets at low cost per shot. Integration within the Golden Shield kill chain was demonstrated during the exercise. This adds a kinetic precision option to complement electronic and laser-based counter-UAS systems.
The U.S. Army has delivered Infantry Squad Vehicles (ISVs) to Indiana's Nighthawk Brigade, expanding the platform's distribution across National Guard units. The ISV provides light infantry units with enhanced tactical mobility and rapid deployment capability. This delivery is part of the broader Army ISV fielding program rolling out across active and reserve components. The Nighthawk Brigade becomes one of the latest Guard formations to receive the lightweight off-road vehicle.
Lockheed Martin has publicly detailed the technical capabilities of its Next Generation Interceptor (NGI), intended to replace the aging Ground-Based Interceptor within the U.S. homeland missile defense architecture. The NGI features a multi-object kill vehicle and advanced discrimination technology to counter increasingly sophisticated ICBM threats. Lockheed is competing with Northrop Grumman for the NGI contract, one of the most significant missile defense awards in decades. The disclosure follows recent progress reviews by the Missile Defense Agency.
The U.S. Army's operational headquarters is actively working to resolve persistent battlefield data integration and interoperability problems that impede real-time command and control in contested environments. The effort focuses on connecting disparate sensor, communications, and mission command systems into a coherent operational picture accessible to commanders at all echelons. Challenges include data latency, format incompatibility, and cybersecurity constraints in tactical networks. The initiative reflects broader Army JADC2 implementation priorities and the lessons of observing near-peer conflict data environments.
The U.S. Army has announced it will not procure Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV) in Fiscal Year 2027, a significant break in the multi-service acquisition program, while the Marine Corps and Air Force plan to continue their JLTV buys. The Army's decision reflects budget prioritization toward heavier platforms and other modernization programs. The move raises questions about the long-term production run and unit cost stability for JLTV manufacturer Oshkosh Defense. Marines and Air Force continued procurement will partially sustain the production line.
The U.S. Army has initiated formal procurement of the XM30 Infantry Fighting Vehicle with a $547 million contract covering 19 initial vehicles for 2027 delivery. The XM30 is intended to replace the legacy Bradley IFV as the Army's primary mechanized infantry platform. This procurement launch marks the transition from development to low-rate initial production. The contract represents one of the most significant U.S. Army ground vehicle acquisitions in recent years.
The U.S. Army has issued a request for information or solicitation for dedicated resupply platforms designed to sustain the Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) system in the field, addressing a critical logistics gap for the mobile artillery program. The MTC is a lightweight, rapidly deployable cannon system intended to provide artillery support in austere and contested environments. The resupply platform requirement focuses on automated or semi-automated ammunition handling to maintain high firing rates. This development advances the MTC from a standalone weapon concept to a full operational system.
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