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Bell advances to next stage of US Army’s aviator training programme competition
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Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US
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Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts
Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

6th January 2026

Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came to an end with China encircling the country as part of an exercise.

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  • Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

    Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

  • Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

    Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

  • Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

    Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

  • Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

    Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

  • Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

    Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

  • Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

    Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

  • Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

    Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

  • Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

    Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

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Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

5th January 2026

The effort to provide the US Navy with Trump-class battleships might face financial, production and doctrinal obstacles.

US Army seeks industry support to prepare acquisitions of Group 4+ UAVs

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US Army seeks industry support to prepare acquisitions of Group 4+ UAVs

2nd January 2026

The US Army is keen to hear about vendor designs, strategies and potential hardware and software solutions to inform requirements for procurement efforts.

Dedicated drone munitions could unlock modular mission potential

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31st December 2025

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December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production

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December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production

30th December 2025

One of the key trends seen in December has been the rise in indigenous investment within the UAV market, particularly across certain countries, with Germany, Australia and the US focusing on their commitments to sovereign development.

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26th December 2025

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How might European countries look to tackle drone incursions?

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How might European countries look to tackle drone incursions?

24th December 2025

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US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

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US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

23rd December 2025

The Technology Operational Experimentation Events will inform future requirements as the US Navy looks for innovative solutions across three key operational domains.

2025 air market review: European defence independence, next-gen tech and export concerns dominate

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2025 air market review: European defence independence, next-gen tech and export concerns dominate

23rd December 2025

This year’s (geo)political turmoil has challenged many long-prevailing assumptions, leading to far-reaching consequences for air forces and their supplier bases in industry worldwide – with five key trends in review for 2025.

Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

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Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

19th December 2025

With a rising defence budget and equipment list, Poland’s air market is set to grow as the country continues to modernise its transport and helicopter fleets while seeking out uncrewed aerial vehicles and loitering munitions.

Taiwan approved for $11 billion weapon purchase from US

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Taiwan approved for $11 billion weapon purchase from US

19th December 2025

The US State Department’s approval of a multi-billion-dollar sale of weapons to Taiwan includes tactical mission networks equipment, uncrewed aerial systems, artillery rocket systems and self-propelled howitzers as well as anti-tank guided ...

Portugal signals interest in establishing A-29N final assembly line

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Portugal signals interest in establishing A-29N final assembly line

18th December 2025

As the launch customer for the NATO-configured variant, Portugal also took delivery of the first five A-29N aircraft from its order for 12, placed in 2024.

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