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NATO signs agreements worth billions of dollars on missiles, air defence and aircraft
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NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy
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  • Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction

    Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction

    Uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems were a major feature of this edition of Eurosatory 2026 along with programme updates and first sight of new main battle tanks.

  • Eurosatory 2026: Iran’s attacks on UAE have “accelerated” Edge’s plans, says company

    Eurosatory 2026: Iran’s attacks on UAE have “accelerated” Edge’s plans, says company

    The UAE’s Edge has undergone massive changes since it was formed in 2019, from acquisitions to partnerships, and has now set up a European division in Paris.

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US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

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US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

7th July 2026

Procurement of the Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System for future production lots signals the air force's commitment to an expanded 267-aircraft Eagle II fleet while sustaining full electronic warfare capability on every fighter.

US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

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US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

6th July 2026

New planning documents reveal how the service is defining the aircraft expected to succeed the C-17 and C-5, including its initial requirements and procurement roadmap.

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  • NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy

    NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy

  • NATO expands high-altitude intelligence capability with MQ-4C Triton purchase

    NATO expands high-altitude intelligence capability with MQ-4C Triton purchase

  • US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

    US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

  • With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

    With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

  • NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy

    NATO’s GlobalEye selection reflects a move towards greater European defence autonomy

  • NATO expands high-altitude intelligence capability with MQ-4C Triton purchase

    NATO expands high-altitude intelligence capability with MQ-4C Triton purchase

  • US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

    US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8

  • US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

    US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

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Ukraine experience forces rethink of counter-UAS doctrine

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Ukraine experience forces rethink of counter-UAS doctrine

9th July 2026

A panel session at Eurosatory 2026 brought together industry, academia and the French armed forces to assess how Ukraine’s battlefield reality is reshaping counter-UAS (CUAS) technology, air defence doctrine and Western procurement prioriti...

Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

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Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

6th July 2026

As affordable counter-drone solutions become a military priority, repurposing training aircraft could emerge as a credible option to prepare for emergency scenarios.

A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

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A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

3rd July 2026

As images of what might be an F-47 prototype or proof-of-concept vehicle emerge from the Nevada desert, what do they tell us about the aircraft’s capabilities and enabling technologies?

Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

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Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

2nd July 2026

Transport and tanker aircraft represent a growing opportunity in Latin America as countries in the region increasingly look to replace ageing fleets and reduce dependence on second-hand platforms.

With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

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With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

1st July 2026

The modern battlefield is evolving rapidly — threats range from stealthy cruise missiles to coordinated drone swarms. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is meeting these challenges head-on with a series of transformative up...

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

30th June 2026

The DIP sees £8.6 billion earmarked for the Global Combat Air Programme, with heavy emphasis on uncrewed systems procurement and a national CCA programme, despite pushed forward helicopter retirements and questions over what shape future IS...

DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

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DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

30th June 2026

DroneShield has been at the forefront of CUAS capability despite being founded only 12 years ago. The company’s early move into the counter-drone arena has put it on the crest of the rapidly expanding technology field.

US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

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US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

30th June 2026

The USAF plans to award up to four contracts to expand production of large penetrator warhead case assemblies supporting the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator and future GBU-76 Next-Generation Penetrator.

June land forces roundup: Eurosatory shapes month amid Canada’s HIMARS buy and US JLTV progress

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June land forces roundup: Eurosatory shapes month amid Canada’s HIMARS buy and US JLTV progress

29th June 2026

This month’s land forces highlights were dominated by the eventful Eurosatory exhibition, particularly in the area of tanks, while separately the JLTV programme took another twist and Canada opted for HIMARS.

June drone digest: Landmark CCA contract and deep-strike capability flourishes at Eurosatory

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June drone digest: Landmark CCA contract and deep-strike capability flourishes at Eurosatory

29th June 2026

June 2026 saw the landmark acquisition of the first fighter-type Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), while the month also hosted Eurosatory, which showcased deep-strike capabilities and production deals with the civilian industry.

BAE Systems' UK Combat Air Demonstrator closes in on final assembly

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BAE Systems' UK Combat Air Demonstrator closes in on final assembly

26th June 2026

The first render for the demonstrator was unveiled in July 2025, with BAE Systems now aiming for the start of final assembly by the end of 2026 to prepare the aircraft for first flight by 2027.

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