The Australian government has awarded Leidos Australia a $30 million contract to serve as the systems integration partner of Project Land 156, the Australian Defence Forces’ counter-drone program. The award is part of an $848 million investment over the next decade to protect ADF personnel and assets from the growing threat of unmanned aircraft systems,...
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NSA, Allied Partners Detail China-Backed Cyberattacks on Critical Networks
The National Security Agency and several other U.S. and foreign organizations have released a joint cybersecurity advisory, or CSA, warning of China-backed advanced persistent threat actors targeting critical sectors, including government, telecommunications and military infrastructure. The advisory aims to inform organizations worldwide about campaigns to gain long-term access to critical networks. Its other authoring agencies...
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Elbit Systems Deploys Advanced Space Camera for Earth Observation Missions
Israel-based defense company Elbit Systems has launched JUPITER, an advanced space camera designed to support Earth observation missions, including military operations, environmental monitoring and scientific research. JUPITER is deployed on the National Advanced Optical System satellite and features a large aperture and a lightweight design. Its multispectral camera offers multiple imaging channels, including high-resolution panchromatic...
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US, Japan, South Korea Step Up Fight Against North Korean IT Fraud Network
The United States, Japan and South Korea, in partnership with cybersecurity firm Mandiant, co-hosted a forum in Tokyo on Tuesday to bolster defenses against deceptive remote IT worker schemes from North Korea that threaten businesses globally. Join the Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 Homeland Security Summit to gain insights into the most pressing threats facing the country and...
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Lockheed Martin Partners With Korea Zinc for Defense Tech Mineral Supply
Korea Zinc and Lockheed Martin have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in the critical minerals supply chain, focusing on germanium. The deal comes amid ongoing economic security discussions between South Korea and the United States aimed at reducing reliance on China. Under the agreement, Korea Zinc will supply germanium smelted from its...
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Germany to Upgrade Eurofighter Fleet With Rafael’s Litening 5 Targeting Pods
Germany’s air force is upgrading the targeting systems of its Eurofighter Typhoon fleet. The country’s parliament has approved the purchase of 90 advanced Litening 5 systems from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Although the company did not disclose the value of the contract, the Globes news website reports that German media estimates it at approximately $418...
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Thyssenkrupp, Hanwa Qualify as Canadian Submarine Project Suppliers
German firm thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and South Korean company Hanwha Ocean have been selected as qualified suppliers for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. The Canadian government announced the decision after a thorough review of the project requirements, which included timelines for shipbuilding and submarine fleet delivery. The evaluation also considered insights from collaboration with allied...
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BAE Systems Virtual Trainer to Enhance Canadian Army Mission Planning, Training
BAE Systems Inc. subsidiary Bohemia Interactive Simulations has secured a five-year enterprise license contract to deliver the Digital Virtual Trainer for the Canadian Department of National Defence. The contract provides the armed forces with an immersive, flexible and highly scalable synthetic training platform to ensure the Canadian Army’s combat readiness. The DVT allows the Army...
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AECOM-Arup Consortium Secures Slot in UK Road Management Framework
AECOM, in partnership with Arup, has been awarded a place on the U.K.’s new Specialist Professional and Technical Services 3 framework, work that will benefit National Highways’ 4,500-mile road network. SPaTS3, a program worth up to $669 million and running until 2031, provides the agency with technical and advisory services to improve the safety, sustainability, and...
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Cerberus, HD Hyundai Launch Investment Strategy to Boost US Shipbuilding
Cerberus Capital Management and HD Hyundai have formed a strategic partnership to launch Cerberus Maritime, an initiative to support U.S. shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure. Cerberus Maritime will draw on HD Hyundai’s shipbuilding and digital maritime expertise to strengthen infrastructure, modernize ports and support U.S. shipyard development. Join government and industry leaders at the Potomac Officers...