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Latvian drone interceptor units to enter service “within weeks”

26th May 2026

Latvia is one of the countries at the forefront of developing a counter uncrewed aerial system capability, drawing on its own industry to meet a geographical and geo-political circumstance that has seen drone incursions rise.

British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

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British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

26th May 2026

The UK Government has ordered XRC’s small Rhino UGV for trials just weeks after placing a contract for ARX Robotics Gereon tracked UGV which will also be manufactured in the UK. The latest move is another step in creating a force of 40% uncrewed systems.

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    DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

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    All of NATO’s innovation ranges may be operational this year

  • Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

    Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

  • Latvian drone interceptor units to enter service “within weeks”

    Latvian drone interceptor units to enter service “within weeks”

  • All of NATO’s innovation ranges may be operational this year

    All of NATO’s innovation ranges may be operational this year

  • DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

    DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

  • Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

    Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

  • British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

    British Army turns to local option for small robot trials

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Next-generation Franco-German tank under threat as France opts for interim solution

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Next-generation Franco-German tank under threat as France opts for interim solution

14th April 2026

The French Army’s upgraded Leclerc main battle tank is expected to begin retiring before the end of the 2030s and the government is looking to adopt an interim solution ahead of a next-generation tank.

Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

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Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

14th April 2026

UK defence secretary John Healey’s exposure of a covert Russian deep-sea operation against undersea infrastructure in the Atlantic validates the Royal Navy’s Atlantic Bastion concept but lays bare a capacity gap that autonomous systems, all...

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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

14th April 2026

While Denmark appears to be more committed to UAVs than most of its Nordic neighbours, its procurement efforts are likely to be split between American-made systems for its larger requirements and Nordic partnerships for smaller platforms.

Saab Gripen E/F: the multirole fighter that’s seeing a resurgence (updated 2026)

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Saab Gripen E/F: the multirole fighter that’s seeing a resurgence (updated 2026)

14th April 2026

The single-engine multirole fighter jet is seeing heightened demand with a sizeable orderbook and expanding export potential, as Shephard summarises the aircraft’s latest orders and developments.

Could the USCG icebreaker requirement open the door for more inland shipbuilding?

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Could the USCG icebreaker requirement open the door for more inland shipbuilding?

13th April 2026

The formation of a Great Lakes shipbuilding alliance could prompt a shift in how the US approaches naval and coast guard construction. But can distributed inland shipyards ease the country’s shipbuilding capacity?

Estonia drops CV90 plan as it shifts towards uncrewed systems and firepower

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Estonia drops CV90 plan as it shifts towards uncrewed systems and firepower

13th April 2026

The country is scaling back its reliance on heavy battlefield equipment in favour of upgrading existing platforms and investing in firepower, mobility, unmanned systems and situational awareness.

US Navy bets on radio frequency to increase vessel protection against aerial threats

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US Navy bets on radio frequency to increase vessel protection against aerial threats

10th April 2026

A Northrop Grumman RF-based defensive capability will equip USN destroyers and aircraft carriers to enhance their survivability against missile and drone attacks.

US Marine Corps provides US$900 million for prototypes as vehicle refresh motors on

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US Marine Corps provides US$900 million for prototypes as vehicle refresh motors on

10th April 2026

General Dynamics Land Systems and Textron Systems are competing to replace the US Marine Corps’ fleet of light armoured vehicles. The companies have been awarded contracts to provide prototypes of three different vehicle variants.

Canada’s Inkas to complete development of improved M1 MRAP in May

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Canada’s Inkas to complete development of improved M1 MRAP in May

10th April 2026

PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya’s P2 Tiger, the SCATA Mk1 and the Inkas M1 armoured personnel carriers are each built on the proven Celeris base, but all are still awaiting firm orders.

France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

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France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

9th April 2026

The revised funding allocation will see up to 23% of the additional budget put towards stockpiles of munitions, with the country’s GDP spending expected to reach 2.5% by 2030.

Naval Group’s Barracuda bid could deepen Franco-Greek naval alignment

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Naval Group’s Barracuda bid could deepen Franco-Greek naval alignment

9th April 2026

As the Hellenic Navy looks to replace its ageing submarines with a next-generation fleet, other likely contenders for the programme include TKMS, Saab, Fincantieri, Navantia and Hanwha Ocean.

US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

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US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

9th April 2026

The 2027 budget demands 34 new vessels, but ageing yards and backlogs raise questions about whether American shipbuilding can deliver.

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