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Europe’s future tank hits targets as MARTE programme gains momentum

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Europe’s future tank hits targets as MARTE programme gains momentum

25th March 2026

An effort to develop a new European main battle tank has passed several milestones on the road to a Preliminary Design Review which is expected within two years.

Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

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Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

25th March 2026

While their multibillion-dollar nuclear submarine ambitions move forward at a glacial industrial pace, all three countries are making a swifter bet: fleets of uncrewed vessels that can be built, deployed and iterated in years rather than decades.

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  • Europe’s future tank hits targets as MARTE programme gains momentum

    Europe’s future tank hits targets as MARTE programme gains momentum

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    Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

6th February 2026

France, Germany and Italy lead the way on unawarded naval defence opportunities that could be awarded this year, but across Europe countries are ramping up their spending efforts to face geopolitical challenges.

World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

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World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

6th February 2026

Saudi Arabia’s investment in its land forces, notably in the area of air defence as recently as 30 January, is a sign of the challenges the Gulf State faces, particularly the threat from Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

6th February 2026

The tests between a Republic of Singapore Air Force H225M and Airbus Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system were designed to allow the crew to receive and process real-time data from the UAS while maintaining direct command and control.

RTX Raytheon targets nearly 170% RAM production increase to meet global demand

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RTX Raytheon targets nearly 170% RAM production increase to meet global demand

6th February 2026

The US multinational company is currently assembling 300 Rolling Airframe Missile rounds per year, with plans to reach 800 units annually after significant investment and modernisation of its facilities.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Saab eyes “share” in future fighter market, targets 2027 CCA demo flight

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Saab eyes “share” in future fighter market, targets 2027 CCA demo flight

5th February 2026

The Swedish government is expected to make a decision on the next steps of the Future Fighter System Concept programme by 2030, with the current second phase focusing on technology knowledge expansion and demonstration flights.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s Terrex s5 highlights hybrid power’s role in future warfare

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s Terrex s5 highlights hybrid power’s role in future warfare

5th February 2026

Hybrid-electric drive technology may address the growing energy demands of land warfare in future.

Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

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Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

5th February 2026

Multiple countries have been deploying small arms as the last line of drone defence due to their multiple operational and tactical advantages.

Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

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Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

5th February 2026

In the wake of its 1,842% year-on-year revenue increase in Q4 2025, Red Cat sees mass opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region as the company eyes an ongoing production increase and market growth.

India confronts widening military helicopter gap as border demands intensify

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India confronts widening military helicopter gap as border demands intensify

5th February 2026

India’s major helicopter programmes are under the spotlight as the country turns to global partners to replace legacy helicopters with growing urgency.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Boeing’s MQ-28A targets key 2028 date as Block II ground tests begin

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Boeing’s MQ-28A targets key 2028 date as Block II ground tests begin

4th February 2026

The MQ-28A Ghost Bat is the most mature CCA platform currently under development, with Boeing looking to accelerate its timelines and development of the aircraft.

Latin American air forces look beyond fighters to revamp transport aircraft fleets

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Latin American air forces look beyond fighters to revamp transport aircraft fleets

4th February 2026

The Mexican Air Force has become the first Latin American operator of the C-130J Super Hercules, but the service is not alone in acquiring a tactical airlifter in recent months.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

4th February 2026

The Singapore-based technology company unveiled its new rifle family at this week’s airshow. Chen Chuanren spoke with the ST Engineering’s head of small arms to find out more about how the weapons have been refined.

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