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Eurosatory 2026: Schiebel’s frigate-first strategy indicates a shift in UAV competition
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Eurosatory 2026: GDELS and Thales combine proven tech to create reduced-risk CUAS
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Eurosatory 2026: MBDA and Thales look to civilian industry for loitering munition scale-up

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  • Eurosatory 2026: Schiebel’s frigate-first strategy indicates a shift in UAV competition

    Eurosatory 2026: Schiebel’s frigate-first strategy indicates a shift in UAV competition

    Schiebel is pursuing opportunities in the UK and France while leveraging its integration with Naval Group’s FDI frigate programme to create new naval business across Europe.

  • Eurosatory 2026: GDELS and Thales combine proven tech to create reduced-risk CUAS

    Eurosatory 2026: GDELS and Thales combine proven tech to create reduced-risk CUAS

    Both Thales and GDELS shone a spotlight on their uncrewed and counter-drone efforts at Eurosatory 2026, highlighting the integration of mature technologies with stable C2 systems that are open to agnostic additions and expansion.

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Eurosatory 2026: Partnership deals surge as industry prepares for defence spending growth

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Eurosatory 2026: Partnership deals surge as industry prepares for defence spending growth

19th June 2026

Dozens of partnership agreements, joint ventures and industrial cooperation arrangements were announced at Eurosatory 2026, highlighting how defence companies are expanding production capacity, localising manufacturing and accelerating capability development in anticipation of rising defence spending.

Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

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Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

18th June 2026

The fighter jet remains a combat necessity, but sustainment challenges continue to limit its readiness. In the meantime, the US Air Force seeks billions in funding to improve the F-35's availability.

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  • Eurosatory 2026: How the deep-strike, loitering munition market skyrocketed to $13.8 billion in three years

    Eurosatory 2026: How the deep-strike, loitering munition market skyrocketed to $13.8 billion in three years

  • Eurosatory 2026: Low-cost airpower emerges as a new counter-drone option

    Eurosatory 2026: Low-cost airpower emerges as a new counter-drone option

  • Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

    Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

  • Eurosatory 2026: Red Cat eyes South American market for USV-led EEZ surveillance

    Eurosatory 2026: Red Cat eyes South American market for USV-led EEZ surveillance

  • Eurosatory 2026: How the deep-strike, loitering munition market skyrocketed to $13.8 billion in three years

    Eurosatory 2026: How the deep-strike, loitering munition market skyrocketed to $13.8 billion in three years

  • Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

    Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

  • Eurosatory 2026: Why security agencies are expanding UAS operations across Europe

    Eurosatory 2026: Why security agencies are expanding UAS operations across Europe

  • Fuselage of the first US Army MV-75 Cheyenne tiltrotor “is nearing completion”

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World Defense Show 2026: Large vehicles and counter-drone systems take the limelight

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World Defense Show 2026: Large vehicles and counter-drone systems take the limelight

17th February 2026

Visitors who attended the first World Defense Show four years ago continue to speak of the difficulties they faced with poor facilities and power problems. This year’s event emphasised its status as one of the major defence expositions and ...

Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

16th February 2026

Airbus has delivered more than 2,000 helicopters to nations across Europe, and continues to solidify its position at the heart of the region’s defence industrial base.

World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

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World Defense Show 2026: Airbus details A400M upgrade as second Indonesia aircraft delivery looms

16th February 2026

With the A400M set for a capability upgrade, Airbus officials are bullish about the aircraft and its market potential for both new and existing customers with the improvements geared towards meeting future requirements.

Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

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Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

12th February 2026

Collaboration between Estonian defence companies and well-aligned firms in Asia-Pacific will form a key part of Tallinn’s ambitions to significantly grow its defence industrial base.

World Defense Show 2026: Turkish and European industries will cooperate, says Aselsan boss

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World Defense Show 2026: Turkish and European industries will cooperate, says Aselsan boss

11th February 2026

Aselsan was formed 50 years ago in response to difficulties Turkey was facing in sourcing major systems internationally. While some challenges still remain, company president Ahmet Akyol believes a rapprochement is possible.

World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

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World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

10th February 2026

Nation Shield is the latest iteration of the MARSS C2 system and is designed to provide C2 further forward along with more capable air defence.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

10th February 2026

Shephard spoke with Rafael’s CEO about the company’s effector offerings as well as his perspective on one-way attack drones.

World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

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World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

9th February 2026

L3Harris has completed the production candidate software load for its Viper Shield airborne electronic warfare system and is conducting sea trials with its VAMPIRE counter-drone system.

Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

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Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

9th February 2026

Companies offering collaborative combat aircraft say there is a massive potential for countries adopting the capability in the Asia-Pacific region.

World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

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World Defense Show 2026: Saudi Arabia’s record defence spend highlights uncertain times

6th February 2026

Saudi Arabia’s investment in its land forces, notably in the area of air defence as recently as 30 January, is a sign of the challenges the Gulf State faces, particularly the threat from Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Airbus-RSAF H225M teaming tests point to future scalability

6th February 2026

The tests between a Republic of Singapore Air Force H225M and Airbus Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system were designed to allow the crew to receive and process real-time data from the UAS while maintaining direct command and control.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Saab eyes “share” in future fighter market, targets 2027 CCA demo flight

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Saab eyes “share” in future fighter market, targets 2027 CCA demo flight

5th February 2026

The Swedish government is expected to make a decision on the next steps of the Future Fighter System Concept programme by 2030, with the current second phase focusing on technology knowledge expansion and demonstration flights.

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