REPMUS 2026: Rheinmetall is demonstrating a new approach to maritime security at a major multinational exercise in Portugal, where navies, defence companies and research organisations are testing how unmanned systems can work together to protect critical infrastructure.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius formally accepted the aircraft from US manufacturer Lockheed Martin at a ceremony in Fort Worth, Texas, on 18 September 2026. Germany is due to receive 35 F-35As in total, with the full fleet scheduled to become operational by 2029.
KNDS-HAL sign contract for 126 THL20 Gun Turrets for LCH Prachand: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a contract with European defence company KNDS for 126 THL20 gun turrets for India’s Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand, adding a new layer of firepower to a platform designed for some of the country’s most demanding operating environments.
