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US Army calls for resupply platforms for the Mobile Tactical Cannon

7th April 2026

The US Army is interested in “innovative, flexible and efficient” capabilities for large-scale combat operations, as well as more agile approaches to improve efficiency and reduce ammunition transfer time.

Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

6th April 2026

Leopard MBTs are German-made main battle tanks that have been in service since the Cold War and have undergone several upgrades to remain competitive in modern warfare. This article traces the history and development of the Leopard 1 and 2 as well as its variants, operational service and future prospects.

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  • First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

    First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

  • US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

  • Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

    Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

  • US Army calls for resupply platforms for the Mobile Tactical Cannon

    US Army calls for resupply platforms for the Mobile Tactical Cannon

  • First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

    First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

  • US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

  • Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

    Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

  • Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

    Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

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World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

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World Defense Show 2026: Hanwha increases Middle East presence and reveals Tigon 6x6 sale

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US Navy to develop an undersea networking capability to support UUV operations

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12th February 2026

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Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

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12th February 2026

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World Defense Show 2026: DOK-ING working on MV-8 variants and reveals specs ahead of Eurosatory

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New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

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11th February 2026

The European Commission is looking for startups and other innovators to address challenges across the land, air and sea domains.

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