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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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The UAE armed forces has begun taking delivery of a new armoured 6x6 ambulance from domestic vehicle manufacturer Nimr, bolstering its protected casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) …

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The State of California has selected TracPlus to provide full flight tracking and voice communication services across the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s …

MDHI, Robertson partner for fuel systems

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MD Helicopters (MDHI) has a partnered with Robertson Fuel Systems to develop next-generation Ballistic Tolerant Crashworthy Fuel Systems (BTCWFS) for MDHI’s family of military helicopters. …

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There Israeli no driver

4th August 2017

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has detailed the development of an unmanned HMMWV likely to be destined for use with the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).  Last …

Can I sell you a used Black Hawk?

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Can I sell you a used Black Hawk?

4th August 2017

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4th August 2017

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Taiwan to receive F-16V Peace Phoenix MTC

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L3 Link Simulation and Training has been awarded a contract to build and deliver the F-16V Peace Phoenix Rising Mission Training Centre (MTC) to the …

Australian Army reservists closely integrate in TS17

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Australian Army reservists closely integrate in TS17

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Exercise Talisman Saber, held last month in Australia, saw close integration between the Army Reserve and the Regular Army. Furthermore, signifying their growing importance, reservists …

EID wins Tejo class comms contract

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EID wins Tejo class comms contract

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EID has been awarded a contract worth $5.4 million to equip the Portuguese Navy’s Tejo-class coastal patrol vessels with integrated communication systems, the company announced …

Thailand to upgrade more F-5 fighters

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Thailand to upgrade more F-5 fighters

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The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has asked the government for approval to upgrade four of its ageing Northrop F-5E Tiger II fighters, including new …

US Army studies M249 replacement

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US Army studies M249 replacement

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