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AUSA 2026: CUAS market expands as suppliers target new threats and operational requirements

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AUSA 2026: CUAS market expands as suppliers target new threats and operational requirements

20th October 2026

New developments from MARSS, MyDefence, Mountain Horse Solutions and Rafael suggest that future counter-drone protection will increasingly depend on combining advanced detection, rapid interception and integrated defensive networks.

From Poland to the Pacific: Can Miecznik become a blueprint for other navies?

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From Poland to the Pacific: Can Miecznik become a blueprint for other navies?

20th October 2026

Babcock is taking its Polish industrial partnership approach to Denmark and New Zealand as navies seek sovereign shipbuilding skills alongside ships.

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IDF orders Spike LR II missiles

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IDF orders Spike LR II missiles

26th October 2017

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has received a contract from the Israel Defense Force (IDF) to supply more than 1000 Spike LR II precision-guided missiles, the …

Shadow looms over UK amphibious capabilities

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Shadow looms over UK amphibious capabilities

26th October 2017

The future of the UK’s amphibious capabilities looks increasingly uncertain as the defence minister suggested it may no longer be a strategic priority. At a …

Russia orders new patrol boats

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Russia orders new patrol boats

26th October 2017

The Russian National Guard Federal Troops Service (Rosgvardia) has ordered four Project 21980 Grachanok patrol boats at a total price of Roubles 4.1 billion ($72.3 …

US green-lights Czech UH-1Y deal

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US green-lights Czech UH-1Y deal

26th October 2017

The Czech Republic is set to receive 12 Bell Helicopter UH-1Y Venoms from the US DoD as part of a $575 million FMS deal which also …

UK MoD extends CAE helicopter training

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UK MoD extends CAE helicopter training

26th October 2017

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is investing more than £90 million in helicopter training for Royal Air Force and Royal Navy pilots, the MoD …

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IAI delivers 3D radar system to European customer

26th October 2017

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has delivered advanced 3D Air Defense Radar systems to an undisclosed European NATO member country, the company announced on 24 October. …

Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Analysts project ‘lumpy and bumpy’ drone growth

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Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Analysts project ‘lumpy and bumpy’ drone growth

26th October 2017

Speaking at this week’s Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas industry analysts addressed some conflicting projections regarding the potential size of the drone market. Two …

Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Parrot introduces two new applications

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Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Parrot introduces two new applications

26th October 2017

In addition to showcasing its current suite of business solutions, Parrot has used this week’s Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas to introduce two new …

Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Epson highlights new generation FPV glasses

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Commercial UAV Expo 2017: Epson highlights new generation FPV glasses

26th October 2017

Building on the company's experience with projection technologies, Epson has developed a third generation of its first person viewing (FPV) glasses with augmented reality.  Designated …

MILCOM 2017: USMC seeks industry help for comms gap

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MILCOM 2017: USMC seeks industry help for comms gap

25th October 2017

The US Marine Corps (USMC) needs industry’s help bridging communication gaps and preparing its deployed marines for austere environments. The USMC's director C4 and chief information …

USCG’s sUAS for NSC programme achieves milestone

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USCG’s sUAS for NSC programme achieves milestone

25th October 2017

The US Coast Guard’s (USCG) small UAS National Security Cutter (NSC) programme has received approval to progress to the next phase, the USCG announced on …

Apache's future still in army and abroad

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Apache's future still in army and abroad

25th October 2017

As attention turns to Future Vertical Lift (FVL) as the US Army’s next-generation of aircraft, the AH-64 Apache remains a key platform to the service’s fleet …

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