4 days agoArmy Awards Javelin Joint Venture $215M for Lightweight Launch Units
The U.S. Army awarded the Raytheon-Lockheed Martin Javelin Joint Venture a $215 million contract to produce Lightweight Command Launch Units for Javelin missiles. Following initial deliveries in May 2026, the award signals continued procurement of upgraded launch equipment compatible with current and future Javelin variants; it does not identify a separate open solicitation.
5 days agoArmy Awards AeroVironment $464.8M LOCUST X3 Laser Production Contract
The U.S. Army awarded AeroVironment $464.8 million for production of more than 26 modular LOCUST X3 high-energy laser counter-drone systems under the E-HEL program. First delivery is expected by Q4 FY2027, with operational deployment targeted from December 2027 through spring 2028, creating near-term subcontracting opportunities across integration, power, cooling, sensors, training, and sustainment.
173 days agoU.S. Army Expands Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Enhanced Operations
The U.S. Army announced the addition of AeroVironment's Vapor CLE, Mistral's Thor, and Quantum Systems' Vector AI to its Small Unmanned Aircraft System portfolio. This procurement reflects the Army's commitment to modernize drone capabilities and enhance soldier feedback on technologies essential for operational effectiveness in contemporary warfare.