SEALY, Texas, Feb. 26 (UPI) — The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems a follow-on contract for the delivery of additional tactical-vehicle armor kits to strengthen protections for troops.

OSHKOSH, Wis., Feb. 26 (UPI) — The U.S. Army has contracted Oshkosh Corp. for new and recapitalized tankers, wreckers and cargo vehicles, along with trailer systems.

WARRENVILLE, Ill., Feb. 26 (UPI) — U.S. company Navistar Defense announced the launch of its next-generation mine-resistant ambush-protected wrecker vehicle.

COVINGTON, Ky., Feb. 26 (UPI) — U.S. company Valley Forge Composite Technologies said a deal has been signed authorizing the delivery of its screening technology to a Middle Eastern country.

MARIETTA, Ga., Feb. 26 (UPI) — The United Arab Emirates has contracted Lockheed Martin to support the country’s tactical-airlift fleet-modernization initiative.

OWEGO, N.Y., Feb. 26 (UPI) — U.S. company Lockheed Martin on Wednesday unveiled a new variant of its Infantry Carrier Category B model.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 26 (UPI) — Israel-based Elbit Systems announced the release of is new ruggedized computer platform designed to support a modern digital battlefield.