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US to modify UK airdrop platform
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France receives two upgraded AS532 Cougars
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Saphir 15 development agreement signed
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SAIC awarded US defence logistics contract
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DroneShield nets largest order ever with $40 million European CUAS contract
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Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight
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DroneShield nets largest order ever with $40 million European CUAS contract
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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
