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Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)
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Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

27th January 2026

While an estimated $37.99bn is still to be awarded across the Asia-Pacific uncrewed aerial vehicle market, the balance of potential future spending is unevenly split between various countries, with significant opportunities to be found in the collaborative combat aircraft space.

British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

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British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

26th January 2026

Known as Project Nyx, the loyal wingman developed from this initiative will accompany the Apache 64-E and be used to complement tanks and artillery.

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  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

    Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

  • Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

    Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

    Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

  • Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

    Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

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Denmark shuns US platform as it settles on SAMP/T air defence system

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Denmark shuns US platform as it settles on SAMP/T air defence system

16th September 2025

The acquisition, which is part of the country’s broader defence package worth DKK58 billion (US$9.2 billion), goes against the grain with many other European countries opting for the US’s popular Patriot platform.

Peru cleared for possible $3.42 billion F-16 Block 70 buy

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Peru cleared for possible $3.42 billion F-16 Block 70 buy

16th September 2025

The potential foreign military sale covers 12 F-16 aircraft as well as related training and equipment support, the DSCA notice said.

DSEI 2025: UK’s new Air Chief Marshal outlines nuclear, space and IAMD as three key priorities for RAF

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DSEI 2025: UK’s new Air Chief Marshal outlines nuclear, space and IAMD as three key priorities for RAF

16th September 2025

Aiming to field a more integrated, agile force, the military leader said in a keynote speech that focus on these core areas would be increased to help the RAF deter and meet challenges in the new threat landscape.

DSEI 2025: The fighter market shift to Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T)

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DSEI 2025: The fighter market shift to Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T)

15th September 2025

Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) capabilities is set to become a market differentiator for fighter aircraft, allowing 4.5-5th generation platforms to remain relevant to the battlefield.

Project Kuiper’s LEO network pioneers Space-as-a-Service

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15th September 2025

The Kuiper Network enables organizations to buy, rather than build, applications that serve mission needs at mission speed.

Amazon Project Kuiper offers network-centric approach to sovereignty of space systems (Studio)

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12th September 2025

Shephard's Alix Valenti interviewed Project Kuiper's Don Brown at DSEI 2025, discussing the company's innovative approach to sovereignty of space communications systems, which focuses on being able to control the network rather than ownersh...

DSEI 2025: Helsing and Systematic join forces to revolutionise drone recce-strike missions

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DSEI 2025: Helsing and Systematic join forces to revolutionise drone recce-strike missions

12th September 2025

The partnership will integrate Helsing’s AI-powered systems with the Systematic SitaWare suite of C4ISR currently used by more than 50 nations, enabling faster data exchange between ISR UAVs and Helsing’s HX-2 loitering munitions.

Amazon Project Kuiper emphasises user-friendly solutions for multi-domain connectivity (Studio)

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12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, Shephard's Alix Valenti spoke to Project Kuiper's Rich Pang about the importance of enabling seamless communication between allied forces such as NATO members in challenging operational environments.

Finland secures possible $1.07 billion AMRAAM deal with US State Department

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Finland secures possible $1.07 billion AMRAAM deal with US State Department

12th September 2025

The Nordic country is set to bolster its defence capabilities after its foreign military sales request for AIM-120D-3 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAMs) was approved.

DSEI 2025: UK launches Project Octopus to deliver thousands of interceptor drones to Ukraine

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DSEI 2025: UK launches Project Octopus to deliver thousands of interceptor drones to Ukraine

12th September 2025

The programme will work to build and deploy the drones to Ukraine to support its fight against Russia, coming a day after Poland shot down 19 Russian drones in its airspace.

Amazon Project Kuiper teams up with GRC to offer governments unprecedented capabilities (Studio)

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12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, Amazon Project Kuiper's Don Brown and GRC's Steve Slater talked to Shephard's Alix Valenti about how their partnership can offer unique capabilities in defence SATCOM to government customers, with a focus on assurance, securit...

DSEI 2025: Raytheon UK CEO highlights RTX skills, innovation and UK footprint

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12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, James Gray, Managing Director and CEO of Raytheon UK (part of RTX), outlines the company’s century-long presence in the UK and its evolving role across defence, aerospace, cyber, and training domains.

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