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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

26th February 2026

A potential announcement within days could end speculation around the UK Ministry of Defence’s procurement direction for the NMH programme.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

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28th October 2025

The memorandum of understanding signed also included a wider strategic plan to co-develop autonomous air systems for the Polish Armed Forces.

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28th October 2025

The deal will include a weapons package alongside the aircraft, with deliveries expected from 2030.

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28th October 2025

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27th October 2025

The aeronautics business saw a 34% boost in growth year on year, driven largely by its success with its Gripen aircraft.

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24th October 2025

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24th October 2025

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23rd October 2025

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