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Marines select companies to build cannon version of new recon vehicle
The companies must deliver the prototype vehicle by 2025.
By Todd South
US to fast-track Abrams tanks for Ukraine by choosing older version
The Pentagon is speeding up its delivery of M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, opting to send a refurbished older model.
Pentagon budget aims to max munitions production, make multiyear buys
Pentagon officials say they will maximize production lines for top priority munitions as part of its $170 billion procurement budget proposal for FY24.
Marine Corps launches testing of prototypes for new recon vehicle
The ARV is supposed to be adept at sensing threats and conveying that information across networks.
In reversal, US to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine
The U.S. has committed to send a 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, reversing course after Germany cleared the way for Europe to send scores of main battle tanks.
By Joe Gould
With three prototypes in hand, Marines ready for recon vehicle testing
The Marine Corps will test three options for its Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle in early 2023, now that all competitors have turned in their vehicles.
Weapons shortages spark tough choices for Ukraine’s allies
Arms shortages among Ukraine’s allies are forcing difficult conversations about how to balance support concerns Russia may target them next.
By Joe Gould
Labor shortage still pinching aerospace and defense sector
A new study found 70% of companies in the aerospace and defense sector saw increased turnover in the last 12 months.
Robotics companies don’t want robots weaponized — will anyone listen?
Whether anyone will adhere to the contents of letter is another story.
By J.D. Simkins
US unveils $800 million in weapons and equipment, plus training, for Ukraine
Here are the weapons and systems heading to Ukraine under a new American aid package.
$6 billion tank deal to Poland cleared by State Department
The State Department has approved the sale of M1 Abrams tanks to Poland as regional tensions continue to rise as Russian aggression on its border with Ukraine builds.
By Jen Judson