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AUSA 2026: Hanwha receives howitzer top-up order to meet US Army’s fast delivery demand

7th October 2026

Less than two months after winning a contract from the US Army for six prototype K9 mobile howitzers, Hanwha Defense USA has received an order for another three. The company will show a platform at AUSA 2026.

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US Pentagon pushes procurement of dismounted counter-UAS capabilities

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The US services are investing in lighter, autonomous and networked systems to protect mobile troops from drone threats.

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August land forces roundup: movement in British Army vehicle requirement and major contracts land

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August land forces roundup: movement in British Army vehicle requirement and major contracts land

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Hanwha Defense USA made major inroads into the US market this month, landing its first contract in the country, while Germany and The Netherlands signed up for more Boxer CRT30 8x8 infantry fighting vehicles. FNSS also unveiled a new amphib...

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Ageing RQ-11 Raven fleets create a global replacement opportunity

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Future frigate programme highlights broader RNZN replacement challenge

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Future frigate programme highlights broader RNZN replacement challenge

28th August 2026

New Zealand’s evaluation of the Mogami and Arrowhead 140 frigate designs reflects a wider push for alliance interoperability, and points to a larger recapitalisation of the Royal New Zealand Navy fleet beyond the current programme.

August drone digest: AEVEX solidifies large US loitering munition market share as procurement models shift

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August drone digest: AEVEX solidifies large US loitering munition market share as procurement models shift

27th August 2026

AEVEX has strengthened its position in the US loitering munition market with another contract award, solidifying its position as the second-largest supplier of the capability in the US. Elsewhere in August, new and emerging programmes in Sw...

British Army faces AFV capability gaps despite Boxer and Ajax deliveries

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British Army faces AFV capability gaps despite Boxer and Ajax deliveries

27th August 2026

The British Army continues to face gaps in its armoured fighting vehicle fleet, with replacement plans for Warrior and FV432 still unresolved despite ongoing deliveries of Boxer and Ajax.

Industry agreements point to growing interest in Danish hybrid fleet concept

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Industry agreements point to growing interest in Danish hybrid fleet concept

26th August 2026

Babcock’s new Danish industry agreements have reignited debate over whether Copenhagen is edging towards a hybrid fleet blending crewed frigates with autonomous systems.

US Air Force awards Boeing $131 billion F-15 contract to sustain Eagle fleet through 2037

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US Air Force awards Boeing $131 billion F-15 contract to sustain Eagle fleet through 2037

26th August 2026

The agreement supports F-15 production, modernisation and sustainment for the US and seven international operators.

Armada 2050: can Spain deliver its naval transformation?

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Armada 2050: can Spain deliver its naval transformation?

26th August 2026

Spain’s naval modernisation drive is moving from concept to contracts, with RfIs and RfPs expected before the end of the decade, despite second-batch frigate and submarine numbers remaining undecided.

Saab re-emphasises Gripen hopes in the light of US-Canada trade tariff argument

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Saab re-emphasises Gripen hopes in the light of US-Canada trade tariff argument

25th August 2026

Saab Aerospace has seen as surge in orders for its Gripen fighter aircraft and GlobalEye airborne early warning and control systems, including an agreement to provide the latter to Canada, even as it positions Gripen for the same country.

US Army seeks missile costing less than $150,000 to counter Group 2 and 3 drones

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US Army seeks missile costing less than $150,000 to counter Group 2 and 3 drones

25th August 2026

The service wants a rapid-response, extended-range interceptor compatible with the Coyote launcher and wider US Army air-defence architecture, with initial testing scheduled for late 2026.

US Army resumes Apache flights as cause of fatal Texas crash remains undisclosed

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US Army resumes Apache flights as cause of fatal Texas crash remains undisclosed

25th August 2026

The rapid return to training leaves international AH-64 operators without a public explanation of whether the Fort Hood accident involved a potentially shared technical or maintenance risk.

Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

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Saab shows uncrewed concept and accelerates programme with first flight due in 2027

24th August 2026

Saab expects to fly two collaborative combat aircraft demonstrators, A1 and A2, before the end of the decade, but has stressed that the A3-001 mock-up unveiled on 21 August is only a concept for what could follow in the 2030s.

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