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UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

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UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

18th March 2026

The first of three E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, originally ordered in 2019, is now expected to be delivered to the RAF this year after multiple “difficulties”.

Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

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Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

18th March 2026

The M-346 stands as a potential contender for various countries facing impending capability gaps due to ageing trainer aircraft, while it could also be selected as a cost-effective light fighter aircraft.

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  • UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

    UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

  • Drone wars: countries are looking for answers but do companies have the solutions?

    Drone wars: countries are looking for answers but do companies have the solutions?

  • Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

    Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

  • US Air Force seeks capabilities to improve C3 for aircraft fleet and warfighters

    US Air Force seeks capabilities to improve C3 for aircraft fleet and warfighters

  • Drone wars: countries are looking for answers but do companies have the solutions?

    Drone wars: countries are looking for answers but do companies have the solutions?

  • UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

    UK E-7 Wedgetail delay down to a “technology issue”, as MoD grapples with slipping timelines

  • Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

    Forecast $21.9 billion light attack and trainer opportunities up for grabs as Leonardo lines up M-346

  • European CCA programmes see progress as industry narrows in on key flight milestones

    European CCA programmes see progress as industry narrows in on key flight milestones

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Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

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Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

30th June 2025

The company has tested over 15 mission sets for the drone, with the rotorcraft used to demonstrate the viability of armed forces utilising large uncrewed aerial systems’ (UAS) for autonomous missions in the future.

DroneShield nets largest order ever with $40 million European CUAS contract

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DroneShield nets largest order ever with $40 million European CUAS contract

27th June 2025

The package of three standalone follow-on contracts makes this the largest contract won by the Australian company and larger than its total 2024 revenue.

US Navy’s FA-XX programme still an “option”, as FY2026 US defence budget outline proposed

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US Navy’s FA-XX programme still an “option”, as FY2026 US defence budget outline proposed

27th June 2025

The US Navy’s answer to a sixth-generation fighter has experienced a range of setbacks and delays to the programme, with only $47 million in this latest proposed budget set aside for completing the aircraft.

Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion

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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion

27th June 2025

The UAE’s Edge Group has been positioning itself as a key defence and technology partner to Indonesia, where it has been focusing on naval platforms, UAVs and long-term industrial collaboration.

Eurofighter eyes mid-life upgrade for Typhoon jets, with production increase underway

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Eurofighter eyes mid-life upgrade for Typhoon jets, with production increase underway

26th June 2025

With roughly 80% of combat missions flown by Typhoons in Europe, the Eurofighter consortium is emphasising the continued relevance of its jet and wants to ramp up production to continue to deliver combat mass in light of a shifting geo-poli...

UK demonstration shows how sensors and C2 can protect ports from multi-domain threats

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UK demonstration shows how sensors and C2 can protect ports from multi-domain threats

26th June 2025

Naval vessels are at high risk when in harbour, port or dockside and the threat from asymmetric attacks has been shown in the Ukraine war against Russian ships. A demonstration of combined systems in the UK hoped to show a potential solutio...

Ghost Bat drone makes first deployment in latest milestone

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Ghost Bat drone makes first deployment in latest milestone

25th June 2025

In the past 18 months, Boeing’s MQ-28A Ghost Bat uncrewed aerial system (UAS) has achieved several milestones including teaming with manned aircraft, achieving 100 flight hours and training of first military pilot.

US Army modernisation plans raise big concerns for lawmakers

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US Army modernisation plans raise big concerns for lawmakers

25th June 2025

The termination of programmes such as JLTV and RCV has been harshly criticised by members of the US Congress.

NATO orders two more A330 MRTT aircraft, while Sweden and Denmark join programme

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NATO orders two more A330 MRTT aircraft, while Sweden and Denmark join programme

25th June 2025

The order for two more aircraft for the NATO Multinational Multirole Tanker Transport (MRTT) fleet comes as Airbus considers increasing A330 MRTT production to meet demand.

UK to purchase 12 F-35A aircraft to strengthen nuclear deterrence

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UK to purchase 12 F-35A aircraft to strengthen nuclear deterrence

25th June 2025

The potential acquisition of F-35A aircraft was first mentioned in the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June.

Anduril and Rheinmetall to bring capabilities to Europe with domestic production “on the table”

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Anduril and Rheinmetall to bring capabilities to Europe with domestic production “on the table”

24th June 2025

Anduril’s partnership with German defence firm Rheinmetall will see the two companies co-develop and deliver a European range of Anduril’s air systems, including Fury and Barracuda, and work on solid rocket motors.

Sweden to purchase IRIS-T air defence systems for $930 million

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Sweden to purchase IRIS-T air defence systems for $930 million

24th June 2025

This recent purchase of the medium-range air defence system adds to the country’s ongoing efforts to ramp up its overall defence readiness and capabilities.

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