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Saab’s flight-tested AI agents signal new era of crewed-uncrewed fighter systems

3rd November 2026

Saab is developing artificial intelligence (AI) agents for crewed and uncrewed aircraft, targeting potential operational deployment within months, while expanding its training capabilities, partnerships and ambitions for wider military applications.

Patrol vessel demand and partnerships anchor North Africa’s naval market

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Patrol vessel demand and partnerships anchor North Africa’s naval market

2nd November 2026

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Saab’s GlobalEye gains ground as Canada’s aircraft procurement tilts towards Europe

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Saab’s GlobalEye gains ground as Canada’s aircraft procurement tilts towards Europe

2nd October 2026

Canada’s interest in negotiating a procurement of Saab’s GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft signals its readiness to reduce its reliance on US defence technology as trade tensions with its North American neighbour mount.

Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

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Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

2nd October 2026

With no formal competition under way, industrial partnerships, production capacity and air defence capability could all shape the programme as Denmark considers how to replace its three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.

Five years on: where could opportunities emerge next for AUKUS Pillar II?

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Five years on: where could opportunities emerge next for AUKUS Pillar II?

2nd October 2026

Payload commonality, combat systems and electronic warfare are emerging as likely priorities as the trilateral partnership balances building submarines with sharing industrial ecosystems.

Companies downselected for British Army vehicle programme

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Companies downselected for British Army vehicle programme

1st October 2026

It is believed that three companies did not make the downselect but a dark horse in Spain’s Iturri is believed to have got through.

Singapore expands maritime presence with future-ready Sentinel OPV

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Singapore expands maritime presence with future-ready Sentinel OPV

1st October 2026

Singapore is building space for uncrewed systems and future technologies into its new Sentinel-class OPVs, reflecting a wider move towards adaptable vessels capable of maintaining persistent maritime presence.

US Air Force CCA programme to achieve multiple milestones in the coming months

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US Air Force CCA programme to achieve multiple milestones in the coming months

1st October 2026

The US Air Force is preparing to select mission-autonomy software, fire a missile from the FQ-42 Vengeance and test both CCA designs alongside crewed fighters at 2026 Emerald Flag.

Air defence offerings multiply in anticipation of emerging requirements

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Air defence offerings multiply in anticipation of emerging requirements

1st October 2026

Air defence and counter-drone weapons continue to be developed, tested and demonstrated in anticipation of growing demand, with most solutions designed to be platform-agnostic and readily integrated onto suitable platforms.

South American EW demand balances capability against cost

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South American EW demand balances capability against cost

1st October 2026

South American air forces are weighing advanced electronic warfare capabilities against limited budgets as Peru selects Viper Shield and BAE Systems targets smaller airborne platforms.

From the Baltic to the Gulf: where USV procurement is heading next

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From the Baltic to the Gulf: where USV procurement is heading next

30th September 2026

Saildrone’s new Copenhagen base is one sign of a larger shift, as navies globally turn to uncrewed vessels for surveillance and mine clearance.

September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

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September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

30th September 2026

With many next-generation capabilities still years from operational readiness, several of the month’s largest developments demonstrated that governments remain willing to invest heavily in aircraft with proven capabilities and established s...

Will the US Navy F/A-XX and the USAF F-47 compete for production capacities?

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Will the US Navy F/A-XX and the USAF F-47 compete for production capacities?

30th September 2026

The two sixth-generation fighter programmes could battle for engineering talent and production lines before deliveries begin, testing Boeing’s industrial expansion plans.

September drone digest: attrition-tolerant aircraft pitched to replace the Reaper

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September drone digest: attrition-tolerant aircraft pitched to replace the Reaper

30th September 2026

The loss of many MQ-9 Reapers during the 2026 Iran War has underscored the risks of sending relatively expensive UAVs into contested airspace. In September, new contenders to replace the Reaper emerged, championing cheaper, modular aircraf...

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