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Italy sets course for a decade of sustained naval investment

24th August 2026

The country's long-term growth plan to overhaul its fleets well into the 2030s could open the door to an array of opportunities for suppliers.

FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

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FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

21st August 2026

The new platform is designed to put reconnaissance, obstacle clearance and fire support ahead of the crewed force in a contested landing.

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  • GKN Aerospace begins engine tests for drone design as part of contract signed in November

    GKN Aerospace begins engine tests for drone design as part of contract signed in November

  • Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

    Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

  • Italy sets course for a decade of sustained naval investment

    Italy sets course for a decade of sustained naval investment

  • How India’s FCAS ambitions could reshape its combat-air roadmap

    How India’s FCAS ambitions could reshape its combat-air roadmap

  • Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

    Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

  • GKN Aerospace begins engine tests for drone design as part of contract signed in November

    GKN Aerospace begins engine tests for drone design as part of contract signed in November

  • Italy sets course for a decade of sustained naval investment

    Italy sets course for a decade of sustained naval investment

  • FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

    FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

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Boxer lands another order as contracts and opportunities build momentum

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Boxer lands another order as contracts and opportunities build momentum

13th August 2026

As Germany prepares its €25 billion order under the Arminius framework – the biggest Boxer procurement to date – the platform could become an increasingly powerful contender in European competitions.

Industry sees opportunity in Australia’s shift to networked undersea warfare

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Industry sees opportunity in Australia’s shift to networked undersea warfare

13th August 2026

Australia’s new defence innovation strategy indicates a shift from platform-centric to network-centric undersea warfare, with Ocius and Anduril Industries pointing to fast-growing opportunities for local industry.

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.

Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

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Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

11th August 2026

The next stage of the Integrated Modular Unmanned Ground System (iMUGS) programme, dubbed iMUGS2, was launched in November 2025. Three major demonstrations are planned before the end of 2028.

USAF opens B-52 upgrade to new companies as major programmes fall behind schedule

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USAF opens B-52 upgrade to new companies as major programmes fall behind schedule

11th August 2026

The US Air Force is seeking additional contractors to support communications upgrades for the B-52, while multiple Stratofortress modernisation programmes continue to experience delays, cost growth and technical challenges.

RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

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RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

10th August 2026

RTX told Shephard that the Hadalus UUV has been procured by the US Marine Corps and the Office of Naval Research for operational experimentation as the company prepares additional demonstrations with the US Navy, NATO and AUKUS partners.

Europe’s naval contractors benefit from growing refit and upgrade demand

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Europe’s naval contractors benefit from growing refit and upgrade demand

10th August 2026

Rheinmetall’s order to modernise the German Navy frigate Bayern points to a wider European shift towards extending warship service life as new-build programmes face delay.

The UK joins the movement towards joint procurement

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The UK joins the movement towards joint procurement

7th August 2026

The UK will spend an estimated US$3.89 billion over the next decade in joint naval programmes, a lot of which will be in cooperation with Norway.

British Army Land Rover replacement plan inches forward

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British Army Land Rover replacement plan inches forward

7th August 2026

The UK Ministry of Defence has proposed a selection date of May 2027 for the Land Rover replacement requirement, with deliveries expected through to 2036. Next month’s DVD exhibition will be a key shop window for bidders.

Rheinmetall’s GMF 140: Ambitious frigate or market misfit?

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Rheinmetall’s GMF 140: Ambitious frigate or market misfit?

6th August 2026

Rheinmetall has unveiled its first next-generation frigate design, showing ambitions to compete as a surface combatant prime contractor. While the company is targeting North America, analysts believe the concept may be better positioned for...

Snow patrol and access all areas: the Arctic all-terrain vehicles market grows

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Snow patrol and access all areas: the Arctic all-terrain vehicles market grows

6th August 2026

The procurement and planned procurement of articulated tracked all-terrain vehicles is being driven by a need to replace older platforms and an acknowledgement of a capability gap for Arctic regions.

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