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IDEX 2025: Aselsan introduces new air-burst round with C-UAS mission in mind

Aselsan revealed at IDEX 2025 that it has been developing a 25mm calibre air-bursting munition known as ATOM 25.
IDEX 2025: Embraer pushes counter-UAV capabilities for its Super Tucano

Embraer is looking to position its Super Tucano aircraft to Middle Eastern countries at IDEX to join current customers Lebanon and Afghanistan.

IDEX 2025: Calidus 8×8 Light Infantry Fighting Vehicle enters production

The new Light Infantry Fighting Vehicle (LIFV) builds on Calidus’s experience with its Wahash (8×8) vehicle.

IDEX 2025: EOS to fire R500 remote weapon station for potential customers this year

The R500, the latest remote weapon station (RWS) designed by EOS, was unveiled at IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi. It joins the smaller R400 and Slinger, as well as the large R600 and R800 systems, in the company’s portfolio.

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IDEX 2025: Hyundai unveils 105mm light SPH and 81mm mortar vehicle for ROK Army

Two elements of the South Korean company Hyundai, WIA Business and Hyundai Rotem Group, have joined forces to develop two highly mobile indirect fire systems, the 105mm Light Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) and vehicle-mounted 81mm mortar system.

Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: China attacks the loitering munition market

At IDEX 2025, held in Abu Dhabi this week, an array of Chinese attack UAVs, primarily loitering munitions, have been on display.

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IDEX 2025: FNSS rolls out new turret

17th February 2025

FNSS Savunma Sistemleri has unveiled the latest iteration of its TEBER-II turret at IDEX 2025, showcasing a remote-controlled version that enhances firepower while optimising vehicle space.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: NGTS ALAKRAN passes 300 sales with major Saudi Arabian order

17th February 2025

NGTS has integrated its ALAKRAN mortar carrier onto multiple platforms worldwide, with Saudi Arabia as its largest customer. The UK is exploring options for a 120mm system, while new ammunition developments enhance the platform’s effectiveness on the battlefield.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Israel’s RT LTA Systems unveils new cellular communication system

17th February 2025

RT has developed the Skystar family of tactical aerostat systems that are capable of carrying payloads up to an altitude of 500m.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Bombardier Defense eyes demand uptick with Challenger and Global platforms

17th February 2025

The Canadian jet manufacturer is anticipating a opening date for its new UAE service facility in the near future as well as getting ready to welcome its Global 8000 jet into service by the end of the year.
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IDEX 2025: Debutant vehicles announced as companies look for partnerships

17th February 2025

The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in UAE capital Abu Dhabi will bring together more than 1,300 exhibitors from more than 65 countries.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: AM General displays new JLTV A2 for first time as production begins

14th February 2025

Oshkosh Defense made the original Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV A1) and the new AM General JLTV A2 version on display at IDEX incorporates more than 250 changes.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Industry poised to profit from Middle East air forces’ modernisation efforts

14th February 2025

Companies such as the Eurofighter consortium and Embraer, await potential orders from the Middle East, while countries including Saudi Arabia and the UAE work to add mass, modernise and replace ageing aircraft.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Allen-Vanguard releases new radio-frequency core to defeat threats

14th February 2025

The new core comprises a customisable product-specific application interface card, which means users can detect, protect and defeat a wider range of threats.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: GM presents Next Generation Tactical Vehicle as testing drives changes

13th February 2025

Key features of the General Motors (GM) Defense Next Generation Tactical Vehicle (Next Gen) is its silent drive mode of operation, its low acoustic signature and its capability to have exportable power.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Shifting sands – the Middle East’s defence landscape in flux (video)

13th February 2025

As Western influence wanes, Middle Eastern countries are leveraging defence modernisation to assert regional dominance, while global players such as China and Turkey seize new market opportunities. Sam Hart, Senior Land Analyst at Shephard Group, offers insights into how these developments are reshaping the region’s defence landscape.
Naval Warfare

IDEX 2025: Saab launches new Coast Control Radar to protect waterways

13th February 2025

According to Saab, the new radar will work to safeguard territorial waterways and maritime traffic, improving safety and security of vessels in key economic lifelines.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Powertech takes Edge Group into the global propulsion market

13th February 2025

The new company will focus on aero engines and propulsion systems on the global market.
Naval Warfare

Havelsan boosts command and control in Omani fleet “for 20 years”

12th February 2025

A new deal between the Turkish firm and the Royal Navy of Oman would upgrade all the navy’s currently active vessels.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Milrem Robotics unleashes Havoc

12th February 2025

Milrem Robotics has added a large 8x8 Uncrewed Ground Vehicle (UGV) to its list of products as it continues to ramp up production of its Tracked Hybrid Modular Infantry System (THeMIS) UGV.
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Saudi Arabia eyes large procurement spend as it boosts 2025 defence budget to $78 billion

11th February 2025

The new figure is an increase from US$75.8 billion in 2024 and showcases the country’s focus on its Saudi Vision 2030 to achieve a diversified and sustainable economy, reducing the Kingdom’s dependency on oil.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Heven Drones launches ‘The Raider’, its new hydrogen-powered UAS

11th February 2025

The new uncrewed aerial system has been designed to address multiple mission requirements, building on its H2D family of drones with an extended range and payload capacity.