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Can emergent suppliers of fighter aircraft crack Middle East markets?

9th January 2026

The 2025 Dubai Airshow saw several aspiring suppliers of combat aircraft to the region’s air forces parade their wares in the sky and on the ground. Shephard’s Edward Hunt explores their chance of success in the Middle East.

Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

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Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

9th January 2026

Northrop Grumman will provide the autonomy software for the USMC loyal wingman, which will be integrated into Kratos’ XQ-58 Valkyrie uncrewed aerial system.

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Lockheed Martin will continue to support Egypt's AH-64D Apache Longbow attack helicopter fleet after recently receiving a modified FMS contract for 22 Modernised Target Acquisition …

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The Latvian Ministry of Defence (MoD) is set to sign a $132.3 million contract with EuroSpike for the purchase of Israeli-made Spike anti-tank missile systems. …

South Korea delineates need for new MPAs

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Already operating a fleet of 16 Lockheed P-3C and P-3CK Orion platforms, South Korea is hunting for newer-generation maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) from overseas sources …

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BCB International has launched a new plate carrier vest, with the body armour now being evaluated by a European special forces unit. The Kastell Pro …

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BAE Systems to modernise USS Philippine Sea

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BAE Systems has been awarded a $9.6 million contract to modernise the US Navy’s USS Philippine Sea guided-missile cruiser, the company announced on 12 February. …

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The US and its allies can no longer assume military dominance, or rely on the airpower capabilities that have provided them with vital strategic advantage …

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The Spanish Army Aviation (FAMET) and the German armed forces have selected Thales rockets to equip their Tiger helicopter fleets, the company announced on 13 …

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Lockheed Martin was promoting its Infrared Search and Track (IRST) sensors for regional fighters in the Asia-Pacific region at Singapore Airshow 2018.  Paul Lemmo, vice president …

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