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Ukraine has declined an offer of Australia's retired Eurocopter Tiger attack helicopters, according to Defence Express. The ARH Tiger fleet was withdrawn by Australia after reliability and maintenance problems, and Ukraine apparently judged the aircraft too costly and impractical to operate amid ongoing war demands.

Ukraine has sent a new unmanned ground vehicle nicknamed Frodo into combat operations, reported to have an operational range of 150 kilometres. The robot is designed to carry out missions without exposing soldiers to frontline danger, joining a growing fleet of Ukrainian ground robots used for logistics, evacuation and assault tasks in the war with Russia.

Ukraine has unveiled a new military robot capable of operating on both land and water, which has completed its first mission. The amphibious ground vehicle adds to Kyiv's growing fleet of unmanned systems used for reconnaissance, logistics and attacks along the front line and in contested river and coastal areas. Details about its performance and capabilities remain limited.

A Russian Tu-95MS strategic bomber crashed in the Amur region, with Interfax reporting six crew members killed. The Tu-95 is a Cold War-era nuclear-capable turboprop bomber still central to Russia's long-range aviation. The incident is drawing attention as Russia's strategic aircraft fleet ages and its air operations remain under close scrutiny during the war in Ukraine.

Ethiopian Airlines has reached an agreement with Boeing to purchase 10 cargo aircraft, with an option for eight additional planes. The deal strengthens the carrier's position as one of Africa's leading cargo operators and adds to its existing all-Boeing fleet. It comes as global demand for air freight capacity continues to grow.

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has added a fleet of Boston Dynamics robot dogs to its operations, according to WCVB. The deployment of the four-legged robotic platforms by a federal immigration agency is drawing attention to the growing use of robotics in law enforcement and border security, and to questions about surveillance and privacy that come with it.

An electric truck manufacturer is turning to a major oil company's EV charging network to help extend the operating range of its vehicles, according to industry coverage. By gaining access to a large, established public charging infrastructure, the truck maker aims to reduce range anxiety for fleet operators and support longer-haul electric freight routes. The tie-up reflects a broader pattern of oil and gas companies investing in electric vehicle charging as transport electrifies.

Fleet operators are being warned that electric vehicle repair capacity has become a fresh risk question for their businesses. With more EVs entering fleets, concerns centre on whether enough trained technicians, parts and authorised repair shops exist to keep damaged electric vehicles on the road and control downtime and insurance costs.

Lime is making its e-bikes cheaper for workers by letting them pay for rides through the Cycle to Work scheme, which offers tax-efficient salary deductions. The move is part of the green bike operator's push to capture a larger share of London's daily commute, positioning its rental fleet as a more affordable alternative to owning a bike or using other transport.

Princess Cruises has launched a new culinary television show filmed aboard its Diamond and Sun Princess ships. The program will showcase food and dining experiences across the line's fleet, adding to the cruise operator's entertainment offerings. Travel watchers note the move reflects the industry's growing emphasis on onboard dining as a headline attraction for passengers.

Used Class 8 retail truck sales dropped 24% in August compared with the same period a year earlier, yet average retail prices continued to rise. The combination of fewer transactions and higher asking prices suggests tight supply of late-model used heavy trucks and sustained demand from fleets and owner-operators, keeping the market expensive despite the sharp slowdown in sales volume.