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Attack drones versus CUAS – the future of warfare or just another trend?

17th August 2026

Demand signals for counter-drone technology are strong and the market is becoming crowded, but is this really the beginning of a new phase of warfare or will commentators be talking about something else 10 years from now?

The 2020s: a decade of UAV spending growth

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The 2020s: a decade of UAV spending growth

13th August 2026

Total annual drone spending has increased nearly sixfold since the start of the decade, from $2.9 billion in 2020 to $16.3 billion in 2028, with Europe leading the rise.

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    Attack drones versus CUAS – the future of warfare or just another trend?

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

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India finally powers up engine production as it prepares to talk platforms with Putin

3rd December 2025

Engine technology has been thrust into the spotlight ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India this week, with the Su-57, S-400 and Kamov-226 expected to be high on the agenda.

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

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Leonardo’s Proteus concludes ground tests with maiden flight on horizon

3rd December 2025

The technology demonstrator forms part of a wider effort to help the Royal Navy explore the potential of uncrewed systems supporting its existing crewed aviation platforms.

Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

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Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

2nd December 2025

The MQ-7C uncrewed aircraft is currently undergoing further internal flight tests ahead of a government test event anticipated for next year.

NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

2nd December 2025

During the latest edition of the NATO DiBaX, the alliance tested multiple capabilities to inform requirements for future efforts.

November drone digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

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November drone digest: GA-ASI eyes Middle East for Gambit, Edge Group unveils new UAVs

1st December 2025

In November 2025, GA-ASI unveiled a new Gambit variant, the Gambit 6, and appears to be pitching the aircraft series to various customers in the Middle East, which is a fast-emerging CCA market. The Dubai Airshow also saw the unveiling of v...

First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

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First capability of Israel’s Iron Beam laser to be delivered by the end of December

1st December 2025

Iron Beam is a family of high-energy laser weapon systems currently in development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and is designed to provide a low-cost kinetic effect against aerial threats at short distances.

Baykar’s Kizilelma drone makes progress with first air-to-air kill

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Baykar’s Kizilelma drone makes progress with first air-to-air kill

1st December 2025

This test is the latest milestone achieved by the indigenous drone, destroying a target using a beyond-visual-range missile.

Hanwha awarded $482 million in major step for South Korea’s missile defence programme

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Hanwha awarded $482 million in major step for South Korea’s missile defence programme

28th November 2025

The deal to produce and supply launchers and missiles to South Korea follows a contract placed with Hanwha Systems last month for the manufacture of multi-function radars.

Leonardo unveils plans for Michelangelo air defence dome

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Leonardo unveils plans for Michelangelo air defence dome

28th November 2025

The new multi-layered defence system will harness AI to neutralise airborne threats and protect Europe from Russian aggression.

Lockheed plans further solid rocket motor investment in Europe and Middle East

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Lockheed plans further solid rocket motor investment in Europe and Middle East

27th November 2025

The company has worked to heavily invest in its solid rocket motor production capabilities, both in the US and internationally, to build a strong supply chain to meet growing demand.

Boeing to build Apache AH-64E attack helicopters for Poland, Egypt and Kuwait

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Boeing to build Apache AH-64E attack helicopters for Poland, Egypt and Kuwait

27th November 2025

The $4.7 billion international order for the three countries will see production conclude around May 2032.

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