Loar Holdings Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Harper Engineering Company

January 22, 2026 8:30 AM

Loar Holdings Inc. (NYSE:LOAR) ("Loar") announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Harper Engineering Company ("Harper") for cash consideration of $250 million. Founded in 1968 by O.J. Harper, Harper Engineering is a leading manufacturer of mechanically engineered devices for aircraft interiors. The company holds a proprietary portfolio of latching and securing mechanisms used across multiple leading commercial aerospace platforms....

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Defense News Launches the Defense News Index, Recognizing Leaders Shaping the Future of Defense

January 21, 2026 1:00 PM

Defense News today announced the launch of the Defense News Index, a new editorial franchise recognizing the individuals driving consequential change across the global defense ecosystem. The Defense News Index will provide a comprehensive view of how modern defense capability is shaped, from breakthrough innovation to operational deployment, strategic decision-making and industrial-scale execution. Together, the Index highlights leaders who turn...

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GA-ASI and Calidus Sign MOU To Collaborate on Co-Production of MQ-9B and Gambit Collaborative Combat Aircraft

January 20, 2026 12:00 PM

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world leader in unmanned aircraft systems, and Calidus Aerospace, one of the leading defense and manufacturing companies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the prospective co-production of MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft and Gambit Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) in the UAE, as well as command and control and battle management systems. The agreement was...

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GA-ASI and Barzan Holdings Sign MOU

January 19, 2026 12:00 PM

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) -- the world leader in unmanned systems - and Barzan Holdings, Qatar's national defence and security leader, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of advanced Battle Management software capabilities. The signing took place on Monday during the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX). The MOU provides a framework for...

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GA-ASI Makes Another Autonomous Aerial Intercept in Company-Funded Demo with MQ-20 Avenger(R)

January 18, 2026 9:00 PM

In its latest demonstration of advanced autonomy development, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully executed a mission autonomy flight using its MQ-20 Avenger® jet equipped with the latest government reference autonomy software. The test included a live engagement between the MQ-20 and an aggressor aircraft flown by an onboard human pilot, highlighting the advanced maturity of autonomous systems, seamless integration...

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Unusual Machines Announces $2.1 Million Order for Drone Components

January 15, 2026 4:02 PM

Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a leading provider of NDAA-compliant drone components, today announced it has received a $2.1 million purchase order supporting domestically assembled drone systems for defense and government applications. The order reflects continued customer demand and a growing cadence of orders received in recent months as programs move into execution. The full $2.1 million order is expected to be fulfilled across...

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SEC Dismisses Proceeding Against IEH Corporation

January 15, 2026 11:40 AM

IEH Corporation (OTC:IEHC) announced today that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dismissed the Division of Enforcement's proceeding seeking revocation of the registration of IEHC's securities. Dave Offerman, President and CEO of IEH Corporation commented, "It is incredibly gratifying and validating to have this matter dismissed. The SEC has recognized that although we were late in filing several periodic reports, we rectified the...

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Hydrosat Raises $60M in Series B Funding to Accelerate Growth

January 15, 2026 6:00 AM

Hydrosat, the leading provider of thermal infrared satellite data and AI-powered analytics, today announced the close of $60 million in new funding to accelerate growth across commercial, civil government, and defense markets. The round was led by Hartree Partners, Subutai Capital Partners, and Space 4 Earth, with new investment from Truffle Capital. The round includes follow-on investment from the Luxembourg Future Fund, OTB Ventures, Blue...

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Hui Huliau Appoints Terry Clark as Chief Executive Officer

January 14, 2026 10:50 AM

Hui Huliau announced the appointment of Terry Clark as Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all for-profit companies. Deryl Wright remains actively engaged with Hui Huliau and serves as a member of the Board of Directors. "Terry's demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations and advance strategic priorities will be instrumental as Hui Huliau enters its next chapter," said Adrian Silva, Chairman of Hui Huliau. "He brings deep leadership...

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SkyWatch and Nearmap Partner to Expand Access to High-Resolution Aerial Imagery for GIS Professionals

January 14, 2026 9:00 AM

SkyWatch, a leading geospatial data platform that simplifies access to premium satellite and aerial imagery, today announced a partnership with Nearmap, a global leader in property intelligence. Together, SkyWatch and Nearmap are expanding how geospatial professionals discover, purchase, and use up-to-date aerial imagery to support planning, analysis, and decision-making. SkyWatch enables organizations to easily search, compare, and purchase...

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CORAS Welcomes Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jack J. Catton Jr. to Board of Advisors

January 14, 2026 8:00 AM

CORAS, the only IL5-authorized Agentic AI Decision Intelligence platform in the Department of War (DoW), today announced that Major General (Ret.) Jack J. Catton, Jr. has joined its Board of Advisors. Catton brings decades of operational and enterprise defense experience spanning requirements, modernization investment planning, operational test, and joint war planning. In the U.S. Air Force, he concluded his career as Director of Requirements,...

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GA-ASI and USN Test Expanded Sonobuoy Dispensing System For MQ-9B SeaGuardian(R)

January 13, 2026 1:00 PM

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Navy continue to expand the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability of the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). Flight test was performed on December 17 and featured Sonobuoy Dispensing System (SDS) pods, more than previously tested, doubling the number of sonobuoys available. "Expanding sonobuoy capacity, including Multi-static Active Coherent (MAC) technology for...

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Dr. Sergey Macheret Calls for Practical Use of Plasma Science Beyond the Lab

January 13, 2026 12:20 PM

Dr. Sergey Macheret, a leading authority in plasma science and aerospace applications, is urging the scientific and engineering communities to shift focus from purely theoretical plasma research to practical, applied development that can support aerospace, industrial, and clean energy innovation. "After decades in both academia and industry, it's clear that a lot of valuable science never makes it out of the lab," said Macheret. "We need to...

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Germany Buys Eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian(R) RPA Through NSPA

January 12, 2026 2:00 PM

Germany's Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support and the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) have announced the procurement of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI). The program includes four Certifiable Ground Control Stations. First delivery is expected in 2028. Germany joins a growing list of NATO countries that...

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CORRECTION BY SOURCE: Applied Energetics to Present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference

January 9, 2026 9:55 AM

Applied Energetics, Inc. ("AE") (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse laser (USPL) and directed-energy technologies, today announced that it will participate and present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 15, 2026 at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. Chris Donaghey, President & Chief Executive Officer, will discuss Applied Energetics' strategy and recent milestones. The Company's presentation will begin...

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Applied Energetics to Present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference

January 9, 2026 8:00 AM

Applied Energetics, Inc. ("AE") (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse laser (USPL) and directed-energy technologies, today announced that it will participate and present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 15, 2026 at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. Chris Donaghey, President & Chief Executive Officer, will discuss Applied Energetics' strategy and recent milestones. The Company's presentation will begin...

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Cubic DTECH Delivers Hands-On Cyber Defense Demonstration at TechNet Indo-Pacific

January 8, 2026 9:00 AM

Cubic DTECH, a recognized industry leader in providing trusted, scalable and intuitive edge compute and networking platforms, demonstrated a real-world cyberattack and defensive response during a hands-on workshop at TechNet Indo-Pacific 2025, giving participants practical experience in protecting tactical communications infrastructure in contested environments. "As cyber threats at the tactical edge evolve rapidly, our solutions and proactive...

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Lamperd Less Lethal Receives Initial Order with Deposit Towards Major Non-Lethal Product Production Run Valued at $780,000 USD for Middle East Police Services Customer

January 7, 2026 9:00 AM

Lamperd Less Lethal, Inc. (OTCID:LLLI), an innovation leader and manufacturer of advanced security solutions for law enforcement, military and security agencies worldwide, is pleased to announce receipt of an initial order with a substantial monetary deposit for a new police services customer in The Middle East. The order and deposit were delivered to Lamperd via our established relationship and contract with another Canadian company that deals...

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Chromalloy Appoints Kristen Samson as Vice President of Marketing & Communications

January 7, 2026 7:30 AM

Chromalloy, a global leader in aftermarket engineering and manufacturing solutions for the aviation, defense, and power sectors, today announced the appointment of Kristen Samson as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Samson will lead Chromalloy's global marketing activities to advance Chromalloy's growth agenda and reinforce its position as an innovative solutions provider for turbine engine aftermarket parts, repairs, and...

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Uplift Training Curriculum Approved by Florida Department of Education

January 6, 2026 8:03 AM

Uplift Training, Inc., through its subsidiary Uplift Aerospace, announced today that its Starborn Academy Curriculum has been approved by the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) as part of the 2025-2026 Florida Career and Technical Education (CTE) Instructional Materials Adoption. This approval places Uplift Training's curriculum on Florida's state adoption list, enabling districts to easily procure the virtual reality (VR)-powered curriculum...

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