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Textron unveils a smaller, low-cost variant of the Ripsaw family of UGVs

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Textron unveils a smaller, low-cost variant of the Ripsaw family of UGVs

29th April 2026

Ripsaw M1 has been designed to support the US Marine Corps’ littoral missions by carrying diverse types of payloads and performing multiple missions. Shephard spoke with Textron to find out more.

UK plans to adopt “phased approach to restarting” British Army Ajax programme

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UK plans to adopt “phased approach to restarting” British Army Ajax programme

28th April 2026

The introduction of Ajax vehicles into British Army service was stopped after health issues during an exercise. However, an investigation reported “no single causal mechanism of the symptoms reported by our soldiers but rather a combination of multiple factors”.

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  • Australia backs up investment promises with US$2.1 billion for Bushmaster and HIMARS

    Australia backs up investment promises with US$2.1 billion for Bushmaster and HIMARS

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    UK plans to adopt “phased approach to restarting” British Army Ajax programme

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    What opportunities remain for European airborne early warning requirements?

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    What opportunities remain for European airborne early warning requirements?

  • UK plans to adopt “phased approach to restarting” British Army Ajax programme

    UK plans to adopt “phased approach to restarting” British Army Ajax programme

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    Teledyne FLIR adds GPS-denied 3D-mapping capabilities to its CBRN uncrewed platforms

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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

14th April 2026

While Denmark appears to be more committed to UAVs than most of its Nordic neighbours, its procurement efforts are likely to be split between American-made systems for its larger requirements and Nordic partnerships for smaller platforms.

Saab Gripen E/F: the multirole fighter that’s seeing a resurgence (updated 2026)

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Saab Gripen E/F: the multirole fighter that’s seeing a resurgence (updated 2026)

14th April 2026

The single-engine multirole fighter jet is seeing heightened demand with a sizeable orderbook and expanding export potential, as Shephard summarises the aircraft’s latest orders and developments.

Could the USCG icebreaker requirement open the door for more inland shipbuilding?

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Could the USCG icebreaker requirement open the door for more inland shipbuilding?

13th April 2026

The formation of a Great Lakes shipbuilding alliance could prompt a shift in how the US approaches naval and coast guard construction. But can distributed inland shipyards ease the country’s shipbuilding capacity?

Estonia drops CV90 plan as it shifts towards uncrewed systems and firepower

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Estonia drops CV90 plan as it shifts towards uncrewed systems and firepower

13th April 2026

The country is scaling back its reliance on heavy battlefield equipment in favour of upgrading existing platforms and investing in firepower, mobility, unmanned systems and situational awareness.

US Navy bets on radio frequency to increase vessel protection against aerial threats

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US Navy bets on radio frequency to increase vessel protection against aerial threats

10th April 2026

A Northrop Grumman RF-based defensive capability will equip USN destroyers and aircraft carriers to enhance their survivability against missile and drone attacks.

US Marine Corps provides US$900 million for prototypes as vehicle refresh motors on

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US Marine Corps provides US$900 million for prototypes as vehicle refresh motors on

10th April 2026

General Dynamics Land Systems and Textron Systems are competing to replace the US Marine Corps’ fleet of light armoured vehicles. The companies have been awarded contracts to provide prototypes of three different vehicle variants.

Canada’s Inkas to complete development of improved M1 MRAP in May

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Canada’s Inkas to complete development of improved M1 MRAP in May

10th April 2026

PT Sentra Surya Ekajaya’s P2 Tiger, the SCATA Mk1 and the Inkas M1 armoured personnel carriers are each built on the proven Celeris base, but all are still awaiting firm orders.

France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

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France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

9th April 2026

The revised funding allocation will see up to 23% of the additional budget put towards stockpiles of munitions, with the country’s GDP spending expected to reach 2.5% by 2030.

Naval Group’s Barracuda bid could deepen Franco-Greek naval alignment

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Naval Group’s Barracuda bid could deepen Franco-Greek naval alignment

9th April 2026

As the Hellenic Navy looks to replace its ageing submarines with a next-generation fleet, other likely contenders for the programme include TKMS, Saab, Fincantieri, Navantia and Hanwha Ocean.

US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

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US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

9th April 2026

The 2027 budget demands 34 new vessels, but ageing yards and backlogs raise questions about whether American shipbuilding can deliver.

Greece opts for PULS long-range artillery as demand for capability surges

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Greece opts for PULS long-range artillery as demand for capability surges

9th April 2026

Greece’s selection of PULS makes it the sixth European country to choose the system and follows Sweden’s plan to buy HIMARS and Norway’s selection of Chunmoo artillery systems. The diverse choices for a similar capability highlight demand a...

First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

Contract award

First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

8th April 2026

The design and development contract is set to run until the end of June and will now enable the partnership to drive the programme forward as it targets its 2027 demonstrator date.

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