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US Coast Guard’s Arctic Security Cutter ramp-up signifies turning point in Polar operations

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US Coast Guard’s Arctic Security Cutter ramp-up signifies turning point in Polar operations

17th February 2026

The USCG recently announced the award of a contract to Davie Defense for the supply of five ASCs, marking a major step in the acquisition programme as the US grows its presence in the Arctic.

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.

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    Active vehicle protection comes to the forefront as Trophy and Iron Fist secure contracts

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

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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

3rd February 2026

RTX’s solution for DARPA’s Pulling Guard programme is intended to provide advanced maritime defence technologies to protect platforms against uncrewed surface vehicles and other threats.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s EagleStrike aims for 2027 early-stage production

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s EagleStrike aims for 2027 early-stage production

3rd February 2026

The new loitering munition from ST Engineering, unveiled at the Singapore Airshow for the first time, is intended for use against high-value targets such as lightly armoured vehicles.

Singapore Airshow 2026: RSAF refreshes air transport capability as part of force modernisation

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Singapore Airshow 2026: RSAF refreshes air transport capability as part of force modernisation

2nd February 2026

Singapore is understood to have received three of four ex-Spanish C-130Hs from Blue Aerospace in recent weeks.

CAVS rides a wave and prepares for surge requirements as orders roll in

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CAVS rides a wave and prepares for surge requirements as orders roll in

2nd February 2026

The Common Armoured Vehicle System is continuing to rack up orders as the British Army looks likely to become an operator of the vehicle, while Italy and Ireland are also contenders.

Spain’s F100 upgrade mirrors Aegis modernisation paths in allied navies

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Spain’s F100 upgrade mirrors Aegis modernisation paths in allied navies

2nd February 2026

The Spanish Navy’s Alvaro de Bazan-class of air defence frigates will receive the latest Aegis Weapon System technology among other modernisations to extend the service life to 2045.

“Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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“Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

2nd February 2026

In Conversation... Shephard’s Gerrard Cowan talks to Sam Steggall, GDMS–UK’s Senior Director – Air and Naval UK, about the company’s extensive and proven in-country capability to deliver complex avionics solutions and its key role on major ...

US DoD task force’s DroneHunter acquisition lays groundwork for Replicator 2 CUAS strategy

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US DoD task force’s DroneHunter acquisition lays groundwork for Replicator 2 CUAS strategy

2nd February 2026

As the US Department of Defense looks to counter the growing threat of uncrewed aerial systems to improve homeland security, the DroneHunter acquisition could point to future commercial innovation.

UK’s Fleet Solid Support ship programme deemed on track despite steel supply concerns

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UK’s Fleet Solid Support ship programme deemed on track despite steel supply concerns

30th January 2026

Shipbuilders are saying the programme is going ahead on time as the government estimates 7.7 million tonnes of steel are needed for 2026 infrastructure projects.

Raytheon unveils details of its proposal for the US Navy/NATO ESSM Next Significant Variant

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Raytheon unveils details of its proposal for the US Navy/NATO ESSM Next Significant Variant

30th January 2026

In an exclusive interview with Shephard, Raytheon’s VP of Shipboard Missiles disclosed what improvements the company plans to offer for the Sea Sparrow NSV.

Norway opts for Hanwha’s Chunmoo for long-range fires under $2 billion deal

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Norway opts for Hanwha’s Chunmoo for long-range fires under $2 billion deal

29th January 2026

The selection of Hanwha’s K239 Chunmoo long-range precision fires system, with a contract expected to be signed on 30 January, makes Norway the second European country to choose the system. It is expected an operational system will be in se...

Land forces review: Tanks, trucks and IFVs dominate but woes remain for Ajax

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Land forces review: Tanks, trucks and IFVs dominate but woes remain for Ajax

29th January 2026

This year has begun with main battle tanks taking the lead while orders for large logistics and support vehicles continued from last year. Additionally, two of the British Army’s most significant contracted vehicle programmes, Ajax reconnai...

Spain air report: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

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Spain air report: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

29th January 2026

Despite Spain’s modest GDP spend on defence, the country still has a range of fixed-wing and UAV programme requirements as yet unawarded, with a potential US$3.10 billion set to be spent over the next decade.

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