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US Marines seek suppliers for 10,000 low-cost sUAS with first delivery targeted for April
The US Marine Corps has issued a call to vendors for the supply of 10,000 off-the-shelf small uncrewed aerial systems (sUAS). The drones are expected to handle various payload types. Initial deliverie...
The Debate Is Over: Canada Needs America’s F-35 Fighter
Canada faces a critical decision regarding its fighter jet procurement. With only 16 F-35s acquired so far, Ottawa must choose whether to complete the full buy or opt for an alternative like Saab's Gr...
Missile Defense Agency Framework Signals Shift Toward Multi-Vendor IDIQ Framework
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is moving towards a multi-vendor indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) framework for procurement purposes, as reported by SatNews. This shift could lead to mo...
Sweden’s recent air defence spend tips to $6 billion with 2026 procurement planned
Sweden plans to procure short-range air defense systems starting in the first quarter of 2026, contributing to a total defense expenditure of around $6 billion. Further acquisitions are scheduled for ...
'HAL's LUH Not Considered For Procurement' Says Navy Chief Does Not Meet Qualitative Requirements'
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi of the Indian Navy stated that HAL's Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) does not meet the necessary qualitative requirements for procurement. The statement indicates a potential ...
Malaysia army chief on leave as procurement scandal sparks anti-corruption raids
Azam Baki, Malaysian army chief, has been placed on leave amid an investigation into procurement corruption. The country's Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is raiding firms alleged to be involved in ...
Beyond Induction: The Elusive Quest For Operational Maturity In Combat Aircraft
The article highlights that discussions on military aviation procurements often focus solely on induction timelines, the formal entry of an aircraft into service, rather than operational maturity. Ope...
Army’s noncommittal procurement strategy is creating quandaries for vendors
The Army's indecisive procurement strategy is causing issues for vendors and may require the government to intervene and resolve these challenges....
New tugboats for Faslane will not be built in China
The UK Ministry of Defence has confirmed that new tugboats for the naval base at Faslane will not be constructed in China as part of the Defence Maritime Services programme....
Why is GSA’s procurement chief in international negotiations over Ukraine and Gaza?
Josh Gruenbaum, a financier without background in foreign policy, holds a high position at the General Services Administration (GSA) and is involved in international negotiations concerning Ukraine an...