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US Air Force to add new capabilities to its in-service and future T-7A fleet

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US Air Force to add new capabilities to its in-service and future T-7A fleet

13th July 2026

As the T-7A programme recovers from delays and rising costs, the USAF is signalling new opportunities in anti-jamming GPS, collision avoidance, advanced flight controls and pilot interface improvements.

France’s artillery rocket competition aims for sovereign solution as contest enters decisive phase

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France’s artillery rocket competition aims for sovereign solution as contest enters decisive phase

13th July 2026

France’s requirement for a replacement MLRS is intended to provide the country with a sovereign capability to bolster the country’s strategic autonomy, with a final platform expected to be in service by 2030.

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    US Air Force to add new capabilities to its in-service and future T-7A fleet

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    US Air Force to add new capabilities to its in-service and future T-7A fleet

  • “Fifth-gen capability without the cost”: how autonomous strike can change the face of air warfare

    “Fifth-gen capability without the cost”: how autonomous strike can change the face of air warfare

  • France’s artillery rocket competition aims for sovereign solution as contest enters decisive phase

    France’s artillery rocket competition aims for sovereign solution as contest enters decisive phase

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Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

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Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

2nd July 2026

Transport and tanker aircraft represent a growing opportunity in Latin America as countries in the region increasingly look to replace ageing fleets and reduce dependence on second-hand platforms.

Russia tries to keep BMP-3 relevant with new weapon options

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Russia tries to keep BMP-3 relevant with new weapon options

1st July 2026

New iterations of a 57mm gun system highlight a push towards multi-role turrets capable of countering armour, drones and aerial targets.

With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

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More details revealed on Kosovo’s Humvee Hawkeye 105mm order

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More details revealed on Kosovo’s Humvee Hawkeye 105mm order

1st July 2026

The agreement points to growing international interest in mobile and survivable artillery systems, with further orders and export opportunities already emerging.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the British Army?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the British Army?

30th June 2026

The UK’s Defence Investment Plan splurges big for future air and naval programmes, including new hybrid ships, but there are fewer big-ticket items for British Army vehicles. Shephard’s Damian Kemp looks at the much delayed plan.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

30th June 2026

Investment in nuclear submarines, autonomous systems and stronger defensive capabilities for existing vessels show a clear strategic shift in Royal Navy priorities.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

30th June 2026

The DIP sees £8.6 billion earmarked for the Global Combat Air Programme, with heavy emphasis on uncrewed systems procurement and a national CCA programme, despite pushed forward helicopter retirements and questions over what shape future IS...

DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

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DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

30th June 2026

DroneShield has been at the forefront of CUAS capability despite being founded only 12 years ago. The company’s early move into the counter-drone arena has put it on the crest of the rapidly expanding technology field.

US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

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US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

30th June 2026

The USAF plans to award up to four contracts to expand production of large penetrator warhead case assemblies supporting the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator and future GBU-76 Next-Generation Penetrator.

June land forces roundup: Eurosatory shapes month amid Canada’s HIMARS buy and US JLTV progress

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June land forces roundup: Eurosatory shapes month amid Canada’s HIMARS buy and US JLTV progress

29th June 2026

This month’s land forces highlights were dominated by the eventful Eurosatory exhibition, particularly in the area of tanks, while separately the JLTV programme took another twist and Canada opted for HIMARS.

UK Royal Navy shifts focus from warships to system-led warfare

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UK Royal Navy shifts focus from warships to system-led warfare

29th June 2026

With a revised Defence Investment Plan on the way ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit on 7-8 July, the UK government has begun to reveal more details of how its future naval fleet could look.

June drone digest: Landmark CCA contract and deep-strike capability flourishes at Eurosatory

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June drone digest: Landmark CCA contract and deep-strike capability flourishes at Eurosatory

29th June 2026

June 2026 saw the landmark acquisition of the first fighter-type Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), while the month also hosted Eurosatory, which showcased deep-strike capabilities and production deals with the civilian industry.

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