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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

16th February 2026

Airbus has delivered more than 2,000 helicopters to nations across Europe, and continues to solidify its position at the heart of the region’s defence industrial base.

Active vehicle protection comes to the forefront as Trophy and Iron Fist secure contracts

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Active vehicle protection comes to the forefront as Trophy and Iron Fist secure contracts

16th February 2026

Experience on the battlefield is accelerating the adoption of active protection systems as technologies continue to evolve to reflect shifting global defence needs.

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DSEI 2017: Microlease launches LEO 2 software

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DSEI 2017: Microlease launches LEO 2 software

11th September 2017

Microlease has launched a new lifecycle management software – known as LEO 2 – at this year’s DSEI, which it hopes will lower overall costs …

GA-ASI expands RPA for Project AIR 7003

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GA-ASI expands RPA for Project AIR 7003

11th September 2017

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) has expanded its Team Reaper Australia solution bid for Australia's Project AIR 7003 to nine industry partners, the company announced …

DSEI 2017: Senop to display lightweight innovations

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DSEI 2017: Senop to display lightweight innovations

10th September 2017

Finnish company Senop, part of Patria, will demonstrate several new products at this year's DSEI that will focus on increased mobility, performance and situational awareness. …

DSEI 2017: Blighter unveils low cost surveillance system

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DSEI 2017: Blighter unveils low cost surveillance system

10th September 2017

UK-based electronic-scanning radar and sensor company Blighter Surveillance Systems will introduce a new lower cost e-scan radar at this year's DSEI. The newly released technology …

MSPO 2017: Warmate development path planned out

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MSPO 2017: Warmate development path planned out

10th September 2017

Polish outfit WB Group is putting together a future development plan for its Warmate loitering munition, that will include mixed-platform teaming and alternative payloads. The …

MSPO 2017: Kongsberg showcase sub launched NSM

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MSPO 2017: Kongsberg showcase sub launched NSM

9th September 2017

Displaying its submarine-launched variant of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) Kongsberg officials said that while it was not targeted at a specific national maritime requirement, …

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Atlas Dynamics unveils new fixed wing UAS

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Atlas Dynamics has developed a new fixed wing UAS called the Atlas Blue-J, the company announced on 5 September. With a wing span of 3.5m, …

Georgian SF become NATO certified

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Georgian SF become NATO certified

8th September 2017

The Georgian Special Operations Forces (GEO SOF) has successfully completed NATO certification to operate a Special Operations Task Group (SOTG), defence sources have confirmed to …

ViaSat’s Link 16 on Canadian frigates

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ViaSat’s Link 16 on Canadian frigates

8th September 2017

ViaSat has delivered an end-to-end Link 16 communications system to the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) for its Halifax-class frigates, the company announced on 5 September. …

Airbus announces safety measure for Tiger pilots

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Airbus announces safety measure for Tiger pilots

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Airbus Helicopters has issued an alert service bulletin (ASB) in relation to Tiger pilots changing from autopilot to manual operation during challenging environments. The safety …

DSEI 2017: European military helicopter review (video)

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DSEI 2017: European military helicopter review (video)

8th September 2017

Across Europe militaries have received a wide range of helicopters to bolster their fleets for different missions this year. Shephard  takes a closer look at orders …

BAE Systems awarded NAWCAD contract

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8th September 2017

BAE Systems has received a $76 million contract from the US Navy to help develop communications and electronics systems for the Naval Air Warfare Center …

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