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USA

U.S. Marines Advance Autonomous Helicopter Resupply Program

On April 27, 2026, the U. S. Marine Corps awarded a US$15. 5 million contract to Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, for the next phase of the MARV-EL autonomous logistics program. The selected system, the R66 TURBINETRUCK, was developed in partnership with Robinson Unmanned to improve battlefield resupply. This program will deliver essential supplies like ammunition and medical equipment directly to Marines. It also addresses a gap between small drones and large cargo aircraft by providing a mid-sized unmanned solution. The R66 TURBINETRUCK combines a durable helicopter platform with the MATRIX autonomy system to enable uncrewed flight operations. It is designed to function in harsh conditions and can take off and land from limited or unprepared locations such as ship decks or remote bases.
Lockheed Martin
4 May 2026
USA

U.S. Develops Long-Range Nuclear Missile to Boost Bomber Strike Power

On May 1, 2026, Army Recognition reported that the United States is speeding up development of the Long-Range Stand-Off (LRSO) nuclear cruise missile to strengthen its bomber capabilities. This new missile is intended to replace the aging AGM-86B and allow aircraft to strike targets from safer distances without entering heavily defended airspace. The LRSO is designed to extend the operational range and flexibility of U. S. bombers by enabling attacks from outside contested zones. It improves survivability by reducing exposure to integrated air defense systems, including advanced surface-to-air missiles like the S-400 and HQ-9.
Army Recognition
4 May 2026
Germany

Rheinmetall Christens the Corvette LÜBECK

On April 29, 2026, Rheinmetall announced the christening of the fifth K130-class corvette, named LÜBECK, in Hamburg, Germany. After the christening, the vessel is set to undergo final outfitting, testing, and acceptance before entering service. Additional corvettes from the same project are expected to be delivered later in the year, marking continued progress. The K130-class corvettes are about 89 meters long and are built for coastal missions like reconnaissance and anti-surface warfare. They are suited for operations in the North Sea and Baltic Sea.
Rheinmetall
4 May 2026