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4 weeks ago | 
airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani
C3 AI has secured contract modification from the US Air Force (USAF) Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO) to supports wider deployment of its predictive maintenance platform. The contract ceiling has been increased to $450m, extending through October 2029. Initially, C3 AI was awarded a $100m ceiling, which has been fully utilised in the deployment of Predictive Analytics and Decision Assistant (PANDA) platform.
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4 weeks ago | 
airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani
A collaborative effort involving the Israel Ministry of Defense’s (IMOD) Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D), the Israeli Air Force (IAF), and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has led to operational laser intercepts for the first time. This joint endeavour resulted in IAF Aerial Defense Array personnel deploying and using prototype high-energy laser systems in active combat scenarios.
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4 weeks ago | 
retail-insight-network.com | Archana Rani
Asda has reported 5.9% year-on-year decrease in total revenue, amounting to £5bn (excluding fuel) in the first quarter (Q1) fiscal 2025, ended 31 March. The reported revenue decline includes a 1.1% impact due to an additional day’s trading in the leap year of Q4 2024. Asda experienced a 3.1% drop in like-for-like (LFL) sales up to the end of April, which includes the peak Easter trading period. This represents a slight improvement of 1.1% from Q4 2024.
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4 weeks ago | 
naval-technology.com | Archana Rani
The Royal Canadian Navy has selected Rolls-Royce for a suite of components for the first batch of River-class destroyers (RCD), previously referred to as the Canadian Surface Combatant. This destroyer programme is a cornerstone of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and represents the nation’s most ambitious shipbuilding project since the Second World War.
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4 weeks ago | 
naval-technology.com | Archana Rani
The Spanish Navy is set to take delivery of the first two NH90 tactical transport helicopters, designated as multi-role support transport (MSPT), from Airbus Helicopters. These helicopters, shipped from Airbus’ Albacete facility, represent the first pair out of a contingent of seven ‘navalised’ NH90s that form part of the second tranche of Spain’s comprehensive NH90 programme, encompassing a total of 23 aircraft.
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4 weeks ago | 
retail-insight-network.com | Archana Rani
Walmart Canada is collaborating with Lufa Farms to introduce hyperlocal produce to its customers in Montreal. The retailer’s Marché Central Supercentre will now offer fresh vegetables grown in Lufa Farms’ 127,000ft² hydroponic greenhouse, situated directly above the store. The move represents the first instance of Lufa Farms’ produce being sold through a retailer and Walmart Canada’s inaugural venture into selling produce harvested from a rooftop greenhouse.
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1 month ago | 
airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani
QinetiQ has secured approval for its Banshee Jet 40+ aerial target for use in training exercises at the Nato’s Missile Firing Installation (NAMFI) in Crete, Greece. Banshee aerial target met the necessary safety standards, paving the way for its integration into military training programmes aimed at enhancing air defence capabilities. The Banshee uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) is designed for threat representation and operational training.
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1 month ago | 
airforce-technology.com | Archana Rani
Israeli waste-to-energy company HomeBiogas has secured a contract from the US Air Force (USAF) for the supply of sustainable waste-to-energy systems for remote bases. The contract marks HomeBiogas’ entry into the military market. HomeBiogas will provide 20 Bio-Toilet systems to off-grid military installations, starting with a remote Pacific Island US Air Force base.
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1 month ago | 
naval-technology.com | Archana Rani
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract with Maritime Partner, a shipbuilding firm based in Norway, for the supply of waterjets and accompanying control systems destined for seven new Danish search and rescue (SAR) vessels. The vessels have been ordered by the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) to support mission-critical maritime operations.
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1 month ago | 
naval-technology.com | Archana Rani
The European Union (EU) has adoption of a new strategic approach to foster a stable and secure Black Sea region, revealed Kaja Kallas, serving as the high representative for foreign affairs and security policy/vice-president of the European Commission. This area is recognised for its significant strategic relevance to EU interests, including aspirations of regional countries to join the EU.
