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SpearUAV to deliver 1,000 loitering munitions to extend armoured vehicle capability

4th May 2026

The company's Multi Canister Launcher can deploy its Viper system from multiple military platforms, boosting operational flexibility.

Lithuania air focus: Majority of $235.98 million drone investment to be spent before 2030

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Lithuania air focus: Majority of $235.98 million drone investment to be spent before 2030

4th May 2026

Lithuania has committed significant funding towards expanding its UAV capabilities, with more than $54 million already spent and substantial additional investment planned through to 2029. Alongside domestic procurement, the country has also acquired various drones to support Ukraine.

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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.

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

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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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10th April 2026

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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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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

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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...

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