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The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

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The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

26th February 2026

A growing push towards increasing mobility and lethality across forces can be seen in recent contracts and modernisation efforts, with advancing mortar technology playing an integral role in modern warfare.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

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  • UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

    UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

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    The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

  • UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

    UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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    Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

  • UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

    UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

  • The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

    The US military is expanding its efforts to modernise mortar technology

  • UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

    UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

  • Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

    Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

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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.

World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

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World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

16th February 2026

With the A400M set for a capability upgrade, Airbus officials are bullish about the aircraft and its market potential for both new and existing customers with the improvements geared towards meeting future requirements.

World Defense Show 2026: Hanwha increases Middle East presence and reveals Tigon 6x6 sale

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World Defense Show 2026: Hanwha increases Middle East presence and reveals Tigon 6x6 sale

13th February 2026

Shephard sat down with Hanwha Middle East and Africa president Sung Il at World Defense Show 2026 to hear about the company’s plans for the region and how it plans to use local industry success to win deals.

UK ‘Hybrid Navy’ steps up as Norway cooperation reinforces Arctic strategy

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UK ‘Hybrid Navy’ steps up as Norway cooperation reinforces Arctic strategy

13th February 2026

As Russia commits billions to new warships and stealth submarines, the UK is reshaping its strategy with expanded troop deployments, shared frigate fleets and a shift towards uncrewed platforms.

US Navy to develop an undersea networking capability to support UUV operations

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US Navy to develop an undersea networking capability to support UUV operations

12th February 2026

The NEREUS project aims to enhance and expand the US Navy’s existing communications systems, enabling crewed/uncrewed seabed and subsurface missions.

Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

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Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

12th February 2026

Collaboration between Estonian defence companies and well-aligned firms in Asia-Pacific will form a key part of Tallinn’s ambitions to significantly grow its defence industrial base.

World Defense Show 2026: DOK-ING working on MV-8 variants and reveals specs ahead of Eurosatory

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World Defense Show 2026: DOK-ING working on MV-8 variants and reveals specs ahead of Eurosatory

12th February 2026

The Croatian company began the development of the MV-8 modular uncrewed platform in the early 2020s. Specifications for the vehicle were revealed to Shephard at World Defense Show 2026.

New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

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New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

11th February 2026

The European Commission is looking for startups and other innovators to address challenges across the land, air and sea domains.

World Defense Show 2026: Turkish and European industries will cooperate, says Aselsan boss

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World Defense Show 2026: Turkish and European industries will cooperate, says Aselsan boss

11th February 2026

Aselsan was formed 50 years ago in response to difficulties Turkey was facing in sourcing major systems internationally. While some challenges still remain, company president Ahmet Akyol believes a rapprochement is possible.

How the Hedge Strategy will impact the US Navy’s future capabilities

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How the Hedge Strategy will impact the US Navy’s future capabilities

11th February 2026

The US Navy Hedge Strategy is intended to provide a lethal, modular and cost-effective fleet while accepting Washington’s fiscal and industrial constraints.

World Defense Show 2026: Russia reveals details of new loitering munition

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World Defense Show 2026: Russia reveals details of new loitering munition

11th February 2026

The Kalashnikov RUS-PE cannister-launched man-portable loitering munition was displayed as a model at World Defense Show 2026 with a company official telling Shephard it was “in service and in low-rate initial production”.

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