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UAV Development & Drone Programs   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

Japan Tests Helsing’s HX-2 Loitering Munition as Rakuten Brokers German Defense Startup

Japan is testing Helsing’s HX-2 loitering munition, with Rakuten helping the German defense startup navigate the country’s complex procurement system. The effort highlights both growing interest in loitering weapons and the role of commercial intermediaries in accessing Japan’s defense market.

2026-08-17T06:50:07.686097-07:00
Leadership   L3Harris   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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Reuters

L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement

By Reuters: L3Harris Technologies said on Monday Chairman and CEO ‌Christopher Kubasik had left the company after a board investigation found he had engaged in conduct inconsistent with the defense contractor's code of conduct, sending its shares down 2.5% in early morning trading.

Also: Seeking Alpha
2026-08-17T05:06:39.097415-07:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Asia-Pacific (APAC)  
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FlightGlobal • Greg Waldron

Reliance, Rolls-Royce to explore local engine for India’s AMCA

By FlightGlobal: Partnership is a nod to India’s desire to develop its local defence industry. Reliance and Rolls-Royce will explore the possibility of developing a fighter engine for India’s planned Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

Also: marketforecast.com, Economic Times and jetlinemarvel.net
2026-08-16T20:20:07.399261-07:00