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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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12th January 2018

The Indian Army and the government of India are discussing ways to revive a $500 million order to buy Spike anti-tank guided missiles from Rafael, …

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TARDEC to demo ZH2 fuel cell vehicle

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The US Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) is set to hold a demonstration of the General Motors ZH2 Fuel Cell Electric …

Rotterdam to receive high efficiency patrol vessels

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Rotterdam to receive high efficiency patrol vessels

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Russia’s East European MRO business grows

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Russia’s East European MRO business grows

12th January 2018

Russian Helicopters has reported good growth in its MRO business in Eastern Europe. Towards the end of last year there were two major MRO contracts …

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Rockwell to support Robins AFB maintenance depot

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