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The 2020s: a decade of UAV spending growth

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The 2020s: a decade of UAV spending growth

13th August 2026

Total annual drone spending has increased nearly sixfold since the start of the decade, from $2.9 billion in 2020 to $16.3 billion in 2028, with Europe leading the rise.

Asia-Pacific emerges as the largest export market for US-made USVs

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Asia-Pacific emerges as the largest export market for US-made USVs

12th August 2026

Asian customers have placed one of the largest known international purchases of US-built uncrewed surface vessels, highlighting accelerating regional demand for autonomous maritime capabilities and distributed naval operations.

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West 2018: The data centre in a briefcase

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West 2018: The data centre in a briefcase

14th February 2018

Mercury Systems - Trusted Mission Systems Division (formerly Themis Computer), working in conjunction with Acumentrics, has developed what they characterise as ‘the autonomous data centre …

US Navy surf platform interest not on a lark

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US Navy surf platform interest not on a lark

13th February 2018

The US Navy is exploring concepts to replace its aging fleet of Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo 5-ton Vehicles (LARC-V) with a notional replacement platform being …

US Army funds HK417 as squad marksman rifle

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US Army funds HK417 as squad marksman rifle

13th February 2018

The US Army has announced funding for the acquisition of over 5,000 rifles as part of its Squad Designated Marksman Rifle (SDMR) programme, which will …

Sparrow undertakes customer demonstrations

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Sparrow undertakes customer demonstrations

13th February 2018

Israel-based Percepto has confirmed that its Sparrow 1 UAS has undergone a series of trials and demonstrations with potential customers in recent months, particularly in …

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UAE F-16 fleet get HUD upgrade

13th February 2018

BAE Systems will modernise head-up displays (HUD) on the United Arab Emirates’ F-16 aircraft under a contract with Lockheed Martin. The HUD, which sits directly …

Iran accuses West of using lizards for nuclear spying

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Iran accuses West of using lizards for nuclear spying

13th February 2018

The former Chief of Staff of Iran's armed forces said on 13 February that Western spies had used lizards which could ‘attract atomic waves’ to …

Patroller to play key role in OCEAN2020

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Patroller to play key role in OCEAN2020

13th February 2018

Safran’s Patroller UAS will play a central role in the OCEAN2020 project being led by Leonardo. The European Defence Fund programme aims to develop a …

Bell waits for Warsaw’s decision-making

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Bell waits for Warsaw’s decision-making

13th February 2018

An ambiguous procurement strategy as well as indecisiveness from authorities in Warsaw may hamper Bell Helicopter's plans for establishing industrial cooperation with Poland. As Bell …

Patriot missile contract mod issued

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Patriot missile contract mod issued

13th February 2018

Lockheed Martin has received a contract modification for the production and delivery of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) and PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors, …

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Finland’s Dragon Shield achieves FOC

13th February 2018

The Finnish Defence Forces’ Dragon Shield airborne surveillance system has achieved final operational capability (FOC) following the completion of flight testing, Lockheed Martin announced on …

US Navy seeks life extension to meet 355-ship fleet

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US Navy seeks life extension to meet 355-ship fleet

13th February 2018

Although one step in a lengthy process, the US Navy set out its efforts on 12 February to recapitalise its fleet and significantly increase the …

Singapore Airshow 2018: Frequentis highlights crisis management system (video)

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Singapore Airshow 2018: Frequentis highlights crisis management system (video)

13th February 2018

Frequentis showcased its crisis management system for the first time at Singapore Airshow 2018. Shephard spoke to Michael Delueg, product manager at the company, about the solution. 

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