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France mulls new turret options to increase its VBCI IFV’s firepower

27th March 2026

The proposed enhancements could better position the French Army’s armoured infantry fighting vehicle for future export campaigns.

CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

26th March 2026

From its emergence as a ground-breaking design in the 1950s to its widespread deployment in diverse operations worldwide, the Chinook continues to leave an indelible mark on the aviation landscape. Shephard sums up the helicopter’s latest developments.

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DSEI 2017: Warrior displays stealth camo

14th September 2017

On display at DSEI this year is Saab’s Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System (MCS) configured for the Warrior infantry fighting vehicle, following small orders by the …

DSEI 2017: Harris reveals robot technology (video)

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DSEI 2017: Harris reveals robot technology (video)

14th September 2017

At DSEI 2017 the UK’s Ministry of Defence awarded Harris Corporation a contract worth up to £55 million (US$70 million) to provide its T7 Robotic …

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HII launches USS Delbert D Black

14th September 2017

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has launched the future US Navy destroyer USS Delbert D Black at its shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi.The ship is being configured …

DSEI 2017: Delft Dynamics displays DroneCatcher

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DSEI 2017: Delft Dynamics displays DroneCatcher

14th September 2017

Dutch company Delft Dynamics displayed its new DroneCatcher counter UAS system for the first time at DSEI 2017. First unveiled on 8 September by the Netherlands …

DSEI 2017: Wave Glider makes a splash

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DSEI 2017: Wave Glider makes a splash

14th September 2017

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Northrop receives full-rate JCREW production contract

14th September 2017

Northrop Grumman has received a $57.7 million contract from the US Navy for full-rate production of the Joint Counter Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Device Electronic Warfare …

DSEI 2017: FVL ready for flight (video)

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DSEI 2017: FVL ready for flight (video)

14th September 2017

The FVL technology demonstrator aircraft being built for the US Army's Joint Multi-Role (JMR) programme are both progressing, although Bell Helicopter's V-280 Valor is now …

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Analysis: US Cyber Command matures steadily

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On 18 August President Trump announced the elevation of the status of the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) to that of a unified combatant command. 

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SOCOM explores M230 cannon enhancements

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US Special Operations Command is exploring operational enhancements to its M230 30mm cannon systems, it has emerged.  Under a $666,229 contract announced on 7 September, …

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Bahrain seeks TOW missiles

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DSEI 2017: Hensoldt eyes integrated solutions growth

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DSEI 2017: Hensoldt eyes integrated solutions growth

14th September 2017

Hensoldt’s acquisition of Kelvin Hughes, expected to be completed by the end of September, is part of the company's ambitious growth strategy. Hensoldt is pursuing …

DSEI 2017: UK's MIV programme edges forward

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DSEI 2017: UK's MIV programme edges forward

14th September 2017

The acquisition strategy for the British Army’s new 8x8 mechanised infantry vehicle (MIV) will be released by year end, senior service officials have confirmed, finally bringing clarity …

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