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USS Colorado Selected as First U.S. Submarine for AUKUS Rotation Force West

USS Colorado Selected as First U.S. Submarine for AUKUS Rotation Force West

The Pentagon has announced that the USS Colorado (SSN-788), a Virginia-class attack submarine, will be the first U.S. Navy submarine assigned to Submarine Rotation Force West (SRF-West). This assignment marks a significant step in the AUKUS security pact, with the USS Colorado scheduled to begin its deployment in late 2027. The SRF-West initiative is a key component of the AUKUS agreement between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, designed to enhance trilateral security cooperation and provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarine capabilities. The USS Colorado recently arrived at HMAS Stirling for a scheduled maintenance period, marking the fourth such submarine maintenance in the region since AUKUS was established.

General Atomics Secures Contract to Produce Hypersonic Weapon Components for U.S. Army and Navy

General Atomics Secures Contract to Produce Hypersonic Weapon Components for U.S. Army and Navy

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has been selected by Leidos for a multiyear subcontract to manufacture critical hypersonic components. These components are for weapon systems designed to strike time-sensitive, heavily defended targets at long range. GA-EMS will produce precision-machined parts and cable assemblies for the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (CHGB). This work supports the U.S. Army’s Dark Eagle program and the U.S. Navy’s Conventional Prompt Strike programs. The subcontract extends through 2031 and builds on GA-EMS's previous experience manufacturing prototype glide-body subassemblies and delivering hardware for the successful 2020 CHGB flight test. Scott Forney, president of GA-EMS, stated that this collaboration reinforces their role as a trusted source for high-quality critical components for hypersonic weapons, supporting national security missions. Mike Rucker, vice president of GA-EMS Weapons Programs, highlighted the company's expertise in both electrical and mechanical man...

General Atomics Secures Contract for Hypersonic Missile Components Amidst Production Bottlenecks

General Atomics Secures Contract for Hypersonic Missile Components Amidst Production Bottlenecks

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has been awarded a subcontract to produce critical components for the U.S. Army's Dark Eagle Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) and the Navy's Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program. This agreement, announced on November 4, 2026, supports the transition of these hypersonic missiles towards sustained production. The subcontract, part of a larger $2.7 billion U.S. Army contract awarded to Leidos in May 2026, covers precision-machined metal parts, structural components, and electrical cable assemblies for the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (C-HGB). The C-HGB is a maneuvering vehicle shared by both Army and Navy programs, utilizing a common missile architecture adapted for ground-based and maritime launch platforms. This aims to reduce duplication in the development of long-range strike capabilities. The Navy plans to integrate CPS onto three Zumwalt-class destroyers and later on Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarines equipped with Virginia Payload Mo...

U.S. Space Force Activates New Special Operations Command, SPACEFOR-SOC

U.S. Space Force Activates New Special Operations Command, SPACEFOR-SOC

The U.S. Space Force has formally activated a new command, Space Forces Special Operations Command (SPACEFOR-SOC), dedicated to supporting special operations forces. The activation ceremony took place on October 7, with the command headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida. SPACEFOR-SOC is the first new service component for U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) since 2006, joining existing Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps special operations components. This new command will train and equip Space Force Guardians to integrate with regional special operations commands globally. According to Adm. Frank Bradley, commander of USSOCOM, this activation provides an enduring and accountable way to integrate space power into special operations. Gen. Douglas Schiess, the Space Force's chief of space operations, stated that SPACEFOR-SOC Guardians will provide critical, cutting-edge space expertise directly to combatant command headquarters. The command will deploy small, modular teams of space, cyb...

L3Harris Technologies Secures $36 Million U.S. Army Order for Satellite Communications Terminals

L3Harris Technologies Secures $36 Million U.S. Army Order for Satellite Communications Terminals

L3Harris Technologies has received a $36 million order from the U.S. Army for its Hawkeye™ 4 Lite satellite communications terminals. This contract is part of the Command and Control Network Optimized for Warfighting (C2NOW) initiative. The objective of this initiative is to enhance secure and seamless SATCOM interoperability between U.S. forces and NATO partners. The Hawkeye 4 Lite terminal is designed for rapid deployment and features field-swappable components, which will provide greater flexibility and adaptability in dynamic operational environments. Faisal Munir, President, Mission Critical Communications, Communications & Spectrum Dominance at L3Harris, stated that the company is prepared to support the Army with resilient, expeditionary communications capabilities that align with its modernization priorities. L3Harris Technologies aims to deliver end-to-end technology solutions for national security, connecting various domains including space, air, land, sea, and cyber.

Vector Unveils 'Warfighter’s Stack' Integrated One-Way Attack Drone System

Vector Unveils 'Warfighter’s Stack' Integrated One-Way Attack Drone System

Utah-based defense company Vector has introduced its new 'Warfighter’s Stack,' an integrated one-way attack drone system. This system combines Vector's Mace quadcopter, a High-Voltage Electronic Safe and Arm Device (HV-ESAD), and the Hilt hand controller into a single operational architecture. According to Vector co-founder and CEO Andy Yakulis, the system is designed for intuitive operation and scaled production, emphasizing the need for integrated systems in modern warfare. The Mace drone is described as a compact, attritable (inexpensive and replaceable) drone capable of maneuvering through complex environments, featuring low-light and thermal cameras, electronic warfare-resistant capabilities, and fiber-optic control support. Vector's participation in the Pentagon's Drone Dominance Program, which aims to expand and improve the domestic commercial drone industry, led to a government order for 5,000 of its drones after ranking fourth in the close-quarters battle category.

War Labs Unveils Strategy to Boost U.S. Defense Technology and Manufacturing

War Labs Unveils Strategy to Boost U.S. Defense Technology and Manufacturing

War Labs Unveils Strategy to Boost U.S. Defense Technology and Manufacturing

Shield AI Acquires Radar Maker Echodyne in $5.3 Billion Deal to Expand Defense Technology Capabilities

Shield AI Acquires Radar Maker Echodyne in $5.3 Billion Deal to Expand Defense Technology Capabilities

Shield AI Acquires Radar Maker Echodyne in $5.3 Billion Deal to Expand Defense Technology Capabilities

Raytheon Secures DARPA Contract for All-Optical Processing System in PICASSO Program

Raytheon Secures DARPA Contract for All-Optical Processing System in PICASSO Program

Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a phase one contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) for the Photonic Integrated Circuit Architectures for Scalable System Objectives (PICASSO) program. Announced on November 3, this contract tasks Raytheon's Advanced Technology team with developing an all-optical processing system. This new technology aims to process signals using light instead of electricity, a significant departure from current photonic circuits that require converting optical signals back into electrical signals for data refinement. The goal is to enhance situational awareness in contested environments, allowing operators to detect threats and respond more rapidly. Colin Whelan, president of advanced technology at Raytheon, emphasized that this program represents a fundamental shift in processing capabilities, enabling faster response times across various applications by operating entirely within the optical domain. Raytheon is collaborating with Synopsys, a commercia...

Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky to Deliver S-92A+ Presidential Helicopter to Republic of Korea Air Force

Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky to Deliver S-92A+ Presidential Helicopter to Republic of Korea Air Force

Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky to Deliver S-92A+ Presidential Helicopter to Republic of Korea Air Force

War Labs Defense Technologies Unveils Strategy for U.S. Defense Manufacturing and Non-Lethal Ammunition

War Labs Defense Technologies Unveils Strategy for U.S. Defense Manufacturing and Non-Lethal Ammunition

War Labs Defense Technologies Unveils Strategy for U.S. Defense Manufacturing and Non-Lethal Ammunition

USS Colorado Docks in Australia as Part of AUKUS Submarine Rotation to Counter China

USS Colorado Docks in Australia as Part of AUKUS Submarine Rotation to Counter China

The USS Colorado, a Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, has arrived in Australia. This deployment is a key component of the U.S. Navy's Submarine Rotational Force-West initiative, which aims to rotate up to four American and one British submarine through the Indo-Pacific region. The move is part of the trilateral security partnership known as AUKUS, involving the United States, Australia, and Britain. The USS Colorado's assignment is set to begin in late 2027, operating from HMAS Stirling in Western Australia. This initiative is designed to enhance access for U.S. and British submarines to the Indo-Pacific, Indian Ocean, and surrounding waters, thereby strengthening regional deterrence and operational flexibility. The AUKUS partners recently announced that the United States will sell Australia three in-service Virginia-class boats, replacing an earlier plan, with sales slated for the 2030s and the British-Australian SSN-AUKUS for the 2040s. More than 30 Australian civilian technicians from ASC...