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KONGSBERG awarded full-rate production contract for ACV-30 turrets

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:21:00 +0000

The United States Marine Corps has awarded a full-rate production contract to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) valued at up to $330 million for the 30mm remote turret for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm program (ACV-30). The first order on the contract from PEO Land Systems Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault (PM AAA) includes a substantial number of turrets to be manufactured at KONGSBERG’s remote weapon system facility in Johnstown, Penn. A recent expansion at the facility has resulted in […]

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BAE Systems to launch series of AMPV rapid capability kit installations and mission-ready effectors

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:18:22 +0000

BAE Systems (LON: BA) is investing in the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) to further expand capability options for Soldiers. By using internal investment dollars and the modular chassis of the AMPV the Company will collaborate to produce various technologically-advanced prototypes equipped with different capability kits. The various strategic agreements will drive combat vehicle innovation for warfighters at speeds that outpace the adversary. “The AMPV is a proving ground for the future of tracked ground combat. The brand-new platform is coming […]

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BAE Systems to support airborne electronic attack capabilities for Italy

Frag Out! Magazine — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 17:40:00 +0000

BAE Systems (LON: BA) has received a $12 million contract from L3Harris to support the modification of two Gulfstream G550 aircraft into airborne electronic attack (EA) platforms for the Italian Air Force. When the airframes are fitted with modern EA mission systems, they will provide Italy with powerful, long-range capabilities that disrupt and suppress enemies’ command and control, communication, navigation, and air defense systems. Under its contract, BAE Systems will provide hardware to modify the aircraft, including racks, radomes, cables, […]

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UK’s pioneering combat air flying demonstrator revealed

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:44:00 +0000

Industry partners, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and MBDA UK, together with the Ministry of Defence, have revealed the design of the UK’s flagship Combat Air Flying Demonstrator, as the aircraft reaches a major milestone, with two thirds of its structural weight now in manufacturing. The piloted supersonic aircraft is the first of its kind to be developed in the UK in 40 years. The aircraft’s main structure, wings and tail fins are all taking shape using pioneering robotic and digital manufacturing […]

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Major step towards BAE Systems low-cost Uncrewed Air System launched munitions

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 14:14:43 +0000

For the first time, BAE Systems has launched a precision munition from a multi-rotor Uncrewed Air System (UAS) and successfully destroyed both air and ground targets during trials in the US. This marks a major step forward in the development of a low-cost strike and counter UAS option for frontline troops. The launch of munitions upgraded with BAE Systems’ APKWS® laser-guidance kit from a TRV-150, a modified version of the BAE Systems’ Malloy T-150, marks the first air to air […]

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BAE Systems to develop AI-powered software to improve battlefield medical care for warfighters

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 15:41:43 +0000

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has selected BAE Systems (LON: BA) to continue development and support deployment of the Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Operations Kit (BATDOK®) through the new Force Optimization through Rapid-prototyping, Gear Enhancements & Innovative Technology (FORGE-IT) program. Together, BATDOK® and FORGE-IT will improve and modernize the capabilities of warfighters to provide medical care for wounded servicemembers on the battlefield and ensure they receive proper treatment into long-term care. BATDOK® is an AFRL application developed with the […]

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BAE Systems to advance capability upgrades to M109 Paladin platform

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:23:53 +0000

BAE Systems (LON: BA) partnered with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center (DEVCOM-AC) to advance the M109-52 Self-Propelled Howitzer prototype. The Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) ensures further development to provide options that enhance long range fires, enhance technology and improve artillery systems Soldiers are using in operations today. The M109-52 prototype delivers a low-risk technical solution and lower-cost approach that provides necessary core warfighting capabilities more rapidly. “We are working with DEVCOM-AC to continue modernizing […]

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BAE Systems secures contract with Sweden for 155mm BONUS munition

Frag Out! Magazine — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:54:00 +0000

BAE Systems has signed a new contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to supply additional BONUS precision-guided munitions to the Swedish Armed Forces. The award is valued at nearly $62 million (SEK 600 million). This contract marks a continued partnership between BAE Systems Bofors and the Swedish Armed Forces, reinforcing their shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge defense solutions. BONUS enhances the long-range capabilities of 155 mm cannon artillery by accurately destroying enemy combat vehicles, including armored personnel carriers, self-propelled […]

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BAE Systems awarded contract for U.S. Space Force missile warning and tracking satellite system

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:16:00 +0000

BAE Systems has been awarded a $1.2 billion contract by U.S. Space Systems Command to provide the U.S. Space Force with missile tracking satellite capabilities. BAE Systems will serve as the prime contractor for the Resilient Missile Warning & Tracking (RMWT) – Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Epoch 2 program and will design and build 10 spacecraft over the agreement, including a four-year delivery for the space vehicles plus another five years of operations and support. The program will provide resilient, […]

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BAE and IDV Form Strategic Collaboration on BvS10 for Italy

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 22 May 2025 17:58:00 +0000

BAE Systems Hägglunds and Iveco Defence Vehicles (IDV) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pursue a strategic collaboration for the BvS10 all-terrain vehicle for the Italian market. The collaboration focuses on localization of design of Italian variants and manufacturing of the BvS10 – leveraging the strengths of both companies and Italian manpower. “We are proud to collaborate with Iveco Defence Vehicles to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Italian Armed Forces. This partnership combines the technical expertise of […]

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Integris selected by BAE Systems Hägglunds to provide ballistic protection for CV90 IFVs

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:32:00 +0000

Leveraging decades of expertise, Integris continues to deliver advanced ballistic protection solutions for vehicles and will now provide ballistic protection systems for additional CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles to be used by two European countries. With 10 nations having procured CV90 fleets, BAE Systems’ Infantry Fighting Vehicles are one of the most capable, proven and successful vehicles of its kind. BAE Systems has recently selected Integris Composites as their partner for the ballistic protection for two European customer nations. Continued Partnership […]

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BAE Systems receives contract from USMC for Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:53:14 +0000

BAE Systems (LON: BA) has been awarded a $188 million full-rate production (FRP) contract from the U.S. Marine Corps for 30 ACV-30mm vehicles, which includes fielding support, spares and test equipment. This is the first award as part of the FRP Lot 5/6 contract. The ACV-30 includes an integrated medium caliber Remote Turret System which the government is procuring separately and integrating at Naval Information Warfare Integration Center Atlantic. The ACV-30 enables transport of troops, mission essential equipment, and other […]

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U.S. Army awards BAE Systems contract for new M777 structures

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:31:00 +0000

BAE Systems has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army for M777 lightweight howitzer major structures, worth $162 million. BAE Systems has already begun work on the programme, working with its supply chain in the US and the UK to produce the titanium structures, which form the basis of the gun. The initial work started under an Undefinitized Contract Action (UCA), awarded in December 2023, which has now been finalised. The first major structures will be produced at BAE […]

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BAE Systems and WZM S.A. sign license agreement for fleet support of M88A2 ARV in Poland

Frag Out! Magazine — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:49:25 +0000

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement with Wojskowe Zakłady Motoryzacyjne S.A. (WZM), a member of PGZ Capital Group and a premier Polish defense company specializing in the sustainment of tracked armored vehicles, to enhance the support of the Polish Land Forces’ M88 Armored Recovery Vehicle fleet operational readiness. The agreement ensures the Polish defense industry will play a critical role in supporting the Polish military with their newly acquired equipment. Under the terms of the arrangement, WZM will use […]

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Sweden Procures 18 New ARCHER Mobile Howitzers from BAE

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:44:44 +0000

The Swedish Government has announced its decision to buy 18 new ARCHER mobile howitzers from BAE Systems as part of its 18th support package to Ukraine. The news was recently announced by Swedish Minister for Defence, Dr. Pål Jonson, in conjunction with a visit to the BAE Systems Bofors site in Karlskoga, Sweden. The ARCHERs are part of an artillery package, with five additional artillery location radar systems and funding, worth approximately $300 million. “We are pleased to continue to […]

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IDEX 2025: BAE Systems Amphibious Combat Vehicle makes debut in Middle East

Frag Out! Magazine — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:42:51 +0000

BAE Systems’ (LON: BA) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) is making its debut in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2025. This marks a significant milestone as the program aims at international expansion. The versatile platform is designed to operate in the most rugged and challenging terrains, making it an ideal solution for militaries around the world. “The ACV is a trailblazer for amphibious warfare, designed to have significant growth potential and the flexibility […]

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Saab receives order for the UTTAS: Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:05:02 +0000

Saab has received an order from BAE Systems Hägglunds for the sighting and fire control system UTAAS (Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System) for Combat Vehicle 90. The order value is approximately SEK 700 million. BAE Systems Hägglunds in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, developer and producer of the Combat Vehicle 90 (CV90), has placed an order with Saab for the UTAAS (Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System) sighting and fire control system. ”UTAAS was specifically developed for the Combat Vehicle 90, as a result […]

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BAE Systems to deliver Network Tactical Common Data Links to the U.S. Navy

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:39:34 +0000

In 2024, the U.S. Navy awarded BAE Systems (LON: BA) an $85 million production contract to deliver additional Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems. NTCDL will enable a real-time exchange of voice, data, imagery, and full-motion video from a variety of air, surface, subsurface, and man-portable sources. Systems under the company’s current contract are presently being installed on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and will be installed on new Constellation-class frigates. “We have designed and produced a faster next-generation system […]

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BAE Systems awarded $2.5 billion in contracts with Denmark and Sweden for new CV90 combat vehicles

Frag Out! Magazine — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:44:32 +0000

BAE Systems has signed individual contracts worth a total of approximately $2.5 billion with both Sweden and Denmark for new CV90 combat vehicles. These contracts come under a new three-party framework agreement with the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) and the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) to expand the acquisition of new CV9035MkIIIC combat vehicles for both countries. This builds on an initial contract signed between BAE Systems and Sweden’s FMV in May 2024. “The infantry […]

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BAE Systems to provide active control sidesticks for JetZero’s next-generation sustainable jet

Frag Out! Magazine — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:11:00 +0000

BAE Systems (LON:BA) will deliver and integrate next-generation active control sidesticks on JetZero’s new blended-wing body aircraft, which is set to accelerate the path to a sustainable future in aviation. Active control sidesticks give immediate and intuitive feedback directly into the pilot’s hands, which enables them to safely make use of the aircraft’s full flight envelope. Another significant benefit of this technology is the ability to link the controls electronically from pilot to pilot across the cockpit. This link enables […]

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BAE Systems to develop advanced electronic warfare countermeasures to protect U.S. Army combat vehicles

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:59:38 +0000

BAE Systems (LON:BA) was awarded a follow-on contract from the U.S. Army to further develop its Multi-Class Soft Kill System (MCSKS) countermeasures to protect ground combat vehicles against guided missiles and adjacent threats, improving vehicle survivability and mission success. Under the MCSKS contract, BAE Systems will further develop its laser-based Stormcrow and TERRA RAVEN countermeasure systems, advancing the Army’s electronic warfare (EW)-based Active Protection System (APS) work. The advanced systems effectively counter threats and allow crews to conserve kinetic countermeasures. […]

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SIG SAUER and Nibe Defence Announce Joint Venture in India

Frag Out! Magazine — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:46:00 +0000

SIG SAUER, Inc. is excited to announce a joint venture with Nibe Defence and Aerospace Limited to advance small arms and ammunition manufacturing operations in India. This new partnership will support India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, underscore both entities commitment to the region and bolster SIG SAUER’s role as the primary provider for India’s defence needs. “SIG SAUER is meeting the increased international demand for our products by solidifying key partnerships across the globe. This important new alliance in India […]

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BAE Systems completes delivery of 2CAWS missile warning systems to the U.S. Army

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 21:25:00 +0000

BAE Systems (LON:BA) has successfully completed the delivery of 400 2-Color Advanced Warning Systems (2CAWS) to the U.S. Army as part of the Limited Interim Missile Warning System (LIMWS) program. The advanced aircraft survivability systems have proven themselves in combat, defeating sophisticated missile threats and protecting Army aviators and airborne soldiers. Under the LIMWS Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) contract, BAE Systems designed, developed, and delivered 2CAWS to protect U.S. Army utility, heavy-lift, and attack helicopters. This solution provides highly effective, […]

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BAE Systems awarded U.S. Army contract for MARS Multi-mode Aviation Radio Set

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:23:38 +0000

The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems (LON:BA) a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract with a ceiling value of $460 million for the AN/ARC-231/A Multi-mode Aviation Radio Set (MARS). This award consists of hardware components, repair services, engineering and logistic support, and development for rotary-wing aircraft. The MARS system is designed to perform in the most demanding environments to provide warfighters with secure mission-critical information when they need it most. In today’s complex and contested battlefields, operators rely on […]

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BAE Systems and Swedish FMV sign LoI for Tridon Mk2 demonstrator

Frag Out! Magazine — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:41:00 +0000

BAE Systems and the Swedish Defence Material Administration (FMV) signed a Letter of Intent at the Association of the U.S. Army 2024 (AUSA) trade show on Monday agreeing to work together on developing the Tridon Mk 2 ground-based air defense system. Tridon Mk2 is a modern 40mm anti-aircraft system made for combating a wide range of ground-based and airborne threats, including small targets such as drones. It was launched by BAE Systems Bofors at Eurosatory in June 2024, following a […]

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