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2025 UAV market review: $7.8 billion in new contracts signed as US leads spending
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Hungary set to begin using Hero 400 loitering munitions

16th December 2025

Developed by Israel's Uvision and with systems being sold in the thousands to multiple European NATO countries and the US, the Hero family of loitering systems is also in production in the US and Italy, the latter through Rheinmetall.

German Navy in “ramp-up” phase as it welcomes first NH90 Sea Tiger delivery

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German Navy in “ramp-up” phase as it welcomes first NH90 Sea Tiger delivery

16th December 2025

With all 31 aircraft set to be delivered by 2030, the helicopters will gradually replace the ageing Sea Lynx fleet which are due to be retired in 2026.

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  • NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

    NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

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  • Leonardo signs contract on Austria’s M-346 aircraft order

    Leonardo signs contract on Austria’s M-346 aircraft order

  • 2025 UAV market review: $7.8 billion in new contracts signed as US leads spending

    2025 UAV market review: $7.8 billion in new contracts signed as US leads spending

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    Energy evolution: How laser defence systems are powering the next phase of air defence (podcast)

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

3rd December 2025

Engine technology has been thrust into the spotlight ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India this week, with the Su-57, S-400 and Kamov-226 expected to be high on the agenda.

Second Royal Canadian Navy Joint Support Ship is on schedule to be launched mid-2026

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Second Royal Canadian Navy Joint Support Ship is on schedule to be launched mid-2026

3rd December 2025

While the first Joint Support Ship is currently in the final stages of outfitting, the second one is on schedule for launching next year.

US Army orders more upgraded Bradleys as transformation threatens other programmes

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US Army orders more upgraded Bradleys as transformation threatens other programmes

3rd December 2025

Compared to previous versions of the vehicle, the Bradley M2A4 upgrade includes an uprated suspension, a more powerful engine, an independent commander’s sight, a more capable electronic architecture and improved networking capabilities.

De-Risking the Future: Manufacturing Certainty for Unmanned Systems

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

3rd December 2025

The technology demonstrator forms part of a wider effort to help the Royal Navy explore the potential of uncrewed systems supporting its existing crewed aviation platforms.

Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

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Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

2nd December 2025

The MQ-7C uncrewed aircraft is currently undergoing further internal flight tests ahead of a government test event anticipated for next year.

NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

2nd December 2025

During the latest edition of the NATO DiBaX, the alliance tested multiple capabilities to inform requirements for future efforts.

Is South Korea finally being taken seriously for Western submarine programmes?

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Is South Korea finally being taken seriously for Western submarine programmes?

2nd December 2025

South Korean shipbuilders are beginning to make their mark beyond Asia, competing for major North American and European submarine programmes and becoming serious contenders on a global scale.

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AUKUS Pillar 2 could narrow focus to “four key areas” says UK official

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AUKUS Pillar 2 could narrow focus to “four key areas” says UK official

2nd December 2025

Few concrete ideas have emerged so far on which “advanced capabilities” will be brought forward under Pillar 2 of the AUKUS partnership, but the Pentagon’s review of the programme could bring more clarity.

November Drone Digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

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November Drone Digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

1st December 2025

In November 2025, GA-ASI unveiled a new Gambit variant, the Gambit 6, and appears to be pitching the aircraft series to various customers in the Middle East, which is a fast-emerging CCA market. The Dubai Airshow also saw the unveiling of v...

First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

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First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

1st December 2025

Iron Beam is a family of high-energy laser weapon systems currently in development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and is designed to provide a low-cost kinetic effect against aerial threats at short distances.

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