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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

  • 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

  • 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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US Navy and Raytheon explore additional applications for Mk 58 CRAW torpedo

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US Navy and Raytheon explore additional applications for Mk 58 CRAW torpedo

10th February 2026

Designed as an anti-torpedo and anti-submarine capability, the USN and RTX foresee the Compact Rapid Attack Weapon’s potential for deployment from surface ships and aerial and uncrewed platforms.

World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

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World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

10th February 2026

Nation Shield is the latest iteration of the MARSS C2 system and is designed to provide C2 further forward along with more capable air defence.

World Defense Show 2026: Middle East remains focused on US equipment and local industry involvement

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World Defense Show 2026: Middle East remains focused on US equipment and local industry involvement

10th February 2026

Vehicle procurement in the Middle East continues to target big-ticket main battle tanks, with lighter platform purchases also potentially on the horizon including tactical, infantry fighting and armoured personnel carrier vehicles.

World Defense Show 2026: ST Engineering seeks edge in crowded 6x6 market

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World Defense Show 2026: ST Engineering seeks edge in crowded 6x6 market

10th February 2026

Positioned between light 4x4s and heavier 8x8 platforms, the new vehicle, Vantrex, aims to combine high payload capacity with IFV-level firepower in an increasingly competitive segment.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

10th February 2026

Shephard spoke with Rafael’s CEO about the company’s effector offerings as well as his perspective on one-way attack drones.

World Defense Show 2026: Rostec unveils new infantry fighting vehicle

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World Defense Show 2026: Rostec unveils new infantry fighting vehicle

9th February 2026

The latest infantry fighting vehicle from Rosoboronexport draws on experience from the war in Ukraine, and is designed to be more lethal and more survivable than its predecessors.

World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

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World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

9th February 2026

L3Harris has completed the production candidate software load for its Viper Shield airborne electronic warfare system and is conducting sea trials with its VAMPIRE counter-drone system.

Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

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Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

9th February 2026

Companies offering collaborative combat aircraft say there is a massive potential for countries adopting the capability in the Asia-Pacific region.

World Defense Show 2026: ST Engineering’s Rhino 4x4 set to enter service

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World Defense Show 2026: ST Engineering’s Rhino 4x4 set to enter service

9th February 2026

The Rhino 4x4 protected vehicle is being manufactured for an undisclosed country, likely to be Singapore, while its Agil counter-UAS C2 system is in low-rate production.

European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

6th February 2026

France, Germany and Italy lead the way on unawarded naval defence opportunities that could be awarded this year, but across Europe countries are ramping up their spending efforts to face geopolitical challenges.

World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

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World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

6th February 2026

Saudi Arabia’s investment in its land forces, notably in the area of air defence as recently as 30 January, is a sign of the challenges the Gulf State faces, particularly the threat from Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

6th February 2026

The tests between a Republic of Singapore Air Force H225M and Airbus Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system were designed to allow the crew to receive and process real-time data from the UAS while maintaining direct command and control.

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