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BAE Systems delivers 100,000th APKWS® laser-guidance kit
BAE Systems (LON: BA) recently delivered its 100,000th APKWS® laser-guidance kit, marking a major production milestone as it continues providing U.S. armed forces and allies with low-cost, reliable precision munitions.
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