Samuel Drake | Defense Analyst
Samuel Drake is a defense analyst at TheDefenseWatch.com covering naval warfare, military ordnance, maritime technology, fleet modernization, and defense procurement. His reporting focuses on documented capabilities, procurement programs, and military technology.
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Hanwha’s Striker-S MUSV Expands Maritime Precision Strike Capability With Chunmoo Missile Integration
Executive Summary: Hanwha used Eurosatory 2026 to showcase the Striker-S Medium Unmanned…
France Races To Deploy Saab NLAW Anti Tank Weapon Amid Rising Battlefield Armor Threats
Executive Summary: France has signed a contract with Saab for the procurement…
Dell Federal Systems Secures $1.44 Billion Microsoft 365 Enterprise License Contract For U.S. Air Force
Executive Summary: Dell Federal Systems has been awarded a $1.44 billion sole-source…
Leonardo Wins 15 Helicopter Order From Avincis To Strengthen Europe’s Emergency Air Fleet
Executive Summary: Italian aerospace and defense manufacturer Leonardo has secured an order…
GM Moves To Supply Lockheed Martin Weapons Parts As U.S. Pushes To Expand Defense Production
Executive Summary: General Motors is reportedly in discussions with Lockheed Martin about…
XM7 Rifle And The End Of An Era: How The U.S. Army Is Replacing Legacy Infantry Weapons
Executive Summary: The U.S. Army's adoption of the XM7 rifle marks the…
Finland And Sweden Move To Expand Arctic Mobility With Patria TRACKX Tracked Vehicle Cooperation
Executive Summary: Finland and Sweden have signed a new agreement to cooperate…
USS Thomas Hudner Opens Fire In Mediterranean As U.S. Navy Strengthens Regional Air Defense Posture
A U.S. Navy destroyer operating in the Mediterranean has reportedly engaged aerial…
Daimler Truck Moves To Expand Defense Business As Global Military Vehicle Demand Rises
Executive Summary: Daimler Truck has launched a new global defense brand, Daimler…
Hanwha Expands European Defense Footprint With K9A2, Chunmoo, and Air Defense Systems at Eurosatory 2026
Executive Summary: Hanwha Aerospace used Eurosatory 2026 in Paris to showcase its…