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NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

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NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

27th April 2026

Developed in response to NATO’s needs, NHIndustries’ NH90 remains a cornerstone of European and Middle Eastern fleets – with upgrades planned to extend and improve the capabilities of the versatile and capable platform.

April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

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April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

27th April 2026

From France to Romania, there has been a clear shift away from expensive, vulnerable MALE UAVs in April towards lower-cost, expendable systems. Hard lessons from Ukraine and Iran have driven this shift.

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  • US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

    US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

  • April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

    April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

  • NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

    NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

  • Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

    Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

  • US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

    US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

  • NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

    NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

  • April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

    April Drone Digest: Why militaries are rethinking high-end drones

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Norway revitalises effort to acquire a tactical-class UAV with $103 million competition

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Norway revitalises effort to acquire a tactical-class UAV with $103 million competition

2nd April 2026

Norway first scoped the requirement in 2022, and included it in a defence strategy document in 2023. The announcement of a new framework agreement appears to have breathed fresh life into the effort.

Australia is ramping up its uncrewed surface fleet as Sea Archer lines up for key requirement

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Australia is ramping up its uncrewed surface fleet as Sea Archer lines up for key requirement

2nd April 2026

As advances in uncrewed technology increasingly shape Australia’s maritime future, Shephard spoke with the country’s head of navy capability and a Leidos Australia executive about the operational advantages behind the shift.

Gulf tensions force Western navies to confront mine warfare shortfalls

Market update

Gulf tensions force Western navies to confront mine warfare shortfalls

2nd April 2026

The conversion of RFA Lyme Bay comes during signs that European navies may once again need to cooperate on Gulf mine clearance operations.

March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

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March Drone Digest: Long-range, low-cost loitering munitions are changing warfare economics

1st April 2026

The effective use of the Shahed-136 in the Iran war has highlighted the need for countries to acquire a domestically produced, low-cost, long-range loitering munition, with the US, Turkey and European nations all at various stages of develo...

What does Saab’s operations shake-up mean for its new ‘Naval’ chapter?

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What does Saab’s operations shake-up mean for its new ‘Naval’ chapter?

1st April 2026

Saab’s merger of its Kockums and Naval Combat Systems divisions into a single business area called Naval, effective 1 April 2026, aims to enhance efficiency, innovation and competitive positioning in the naval sector.

Iran and the future of amphibious operations: crewed and uncrewed solutions

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Iran and the future of amphibious operations: crewed and uncrewed solutions

1st April 2026

Amphibious operations are a very unique type of military operation, and global defence industries are developing new solutions to enhance capabilities and efficiency.

Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

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Franco-German alliance aims to resolve FCAS woes by end of April as dispute rolls on

1st April 2026

The disagreement between French-German industry continues as both governments work to keep the programme alive and on track to develop and deliver a sixth-generation fighter jet.

US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

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US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

31st March 2026

The USAF is seeking on-the-move systems, subsystems or technologies capable of defending airbases and fixed and semi-fixed sites against small drone attacks.

Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

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Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

31st March 2026

Norway’s funding boost will help the country reach 3.5% of GDP on defence spending by 2035, with autonomous systems part of the long list of priorities alongside frigate acquisition and development of a new Finnmark Brigade.

Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

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Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

31st March 2026

Growing capability gaps caused by ageing Soviet-era platforms in Africa and Asia are creating opportunities, as disrupted supply chains and sanctions open the door for Western manufacturers to expand into these markets.

New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

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New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

30th March 2026

The Canadian defence department has outlined major investments in ISR solutions, small arms and ammunition production capabilities as the country pushes for greater self-reliance to bolster its forces and its supply chain.

US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

Programme update

US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

30th March 2026

The new autonomous surface vessels are planned to be operationally fielded in FY2027, following the completion of on-water trials.

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