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October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

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October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

28th October 2026

Recent procurement developments in France and Lithuania highlight the growing demand for loitering munitions, with global annual spending forecast to increase nearly 50-fold between 2020 and 2029.

Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

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Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

27th October 2026

Germany is assessing potential pathways for a future sixth-generation fighter capability, including discussions with GCAP partners and Sweden.

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  • Connecting the layers: how networks can secure the future of European air defence

    Connecting the layers: how networks can secure the future of European air defence

  • October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

    October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

  • Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

    Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

  • Global Ordnance and Sparkz disclose plans for 500,000 US-made UAV batteries a year

    Global Ordnance and Sparkz disclose plans for 500,000 US-made UAV batteries a year

  • Connecting the layers: how networks can secure the future of European air defence

    Connecting the layers: how networks can secure the future of European air defence

  • October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

    October drone digest: France and Lithuania advance loitering munition procurements as global spending surges

  • Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

    Germany could secure greater influence through sixth-generation fighter partnership with Sweden and Spain

  • Global Ordnance and Sparkz disclose plans for 500,000 US-made UAV batteries a year

    Global Ordnance and Sparkz disclose plans for 500,000 US-made UAV batteries a year

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Saudi Arabia air focus: The world’s fourth-largest UAV market seeks to strengthen domestic industry

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Saudi Arabia air focus: The world’s fourth-largest UAV market seeks to strengthen domestic industry

17th February 2026

With $9.18 billion in uncontracted programmes — including a potential multi-billion-dollar MQ-9B deal — Saudi Arabia’s UAV sector is poised for significant further growth and industrial expansion.

AI mission-autonomy software integration and partnerships see progress across CCA efforts

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AI mission-autonomy software integration and partnerships see progress across CCA efforts

17th February 2026

The successful integration of third-party mission autonomy in the US Air Force’s CCA programme and movement on Helsing’s Europa CA-1 timelines mark key milestones in the development of uncrewed aerial capabilities.

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

Programme update

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

Backgrounder

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

National budgets and...

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.

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