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European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

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European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

5th March 2026

The multi-mission uncrewed platform project is aiming to help the EU agency define new drone designs that are capable of performing a wide range of mission sets with one adaptable airframe.

White House calls on Pentagon contractors to “rapidly and aggressively” boost weapon production

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White House calls on Pentagon contractors to “rapidly and aggressively” boost weapon production

5th March 2026

Intended to sustain Operation Epic Fury against Iran, efforts to increase the production of weapons and ammunition could expose long-standing weaknesses in the US defence industrial base.

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Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)

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Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)

11th June 2025

Combat-tested technology is being reshaped to counter A2/AD threats, reduce reliance on GPS and enable faster, more autonomous targeting in complex environments. In this special podcast, experts explain how the evolving threat landscape is ...

Saab and Helsing hail world-first as Gripen E aircraft flies with ‘Centaur’ AI agent

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Saab and Helsing hail world-first as Gripen E aircraft flies with ‘Centaur’ AI agent

11th June 2025

The flights, which pitted an AI-integrated Gripen E against a Gripen D in a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) combat scenario, marks a major milestone for Saab’s Project Beyond which looks to modernise the Gripen E platform.

US representatives plan to invest $1.6 billion in US Coast Guard inventory in FY2026

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US representatives plan to invest $1.6 billion in US Coast Guard inventory in FY2026

11th June 2025

The FY26 Homeland Security Bill Markup of the House Committee on Appropriations included resources for the procurement of ships, aircraft and unmanned systems.

Embraer eyes industrial partnerships as it maintains “strong” European C-390 momentum

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Embraer eyes industrial partnerships as it maintains “strong” European C-390 momentum

10th June 2025

The company’s Defence and Security CEO said that C-390 momentum was strong in the continent, as the manufacturer looks to lock down critical strategic European campaigns, industrial partnerships and ongoing orders.

Embraer evaluates new mission capabilities for C-390 with ISR study to finish by 2026

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Embraer evaluates new mission capabilities for C-390 with ISR study to finish by 2026

10th June 2025

Alongside its official Maritime Patrol study, Embraer is also evaluating further special missions capabilities for its aircraft, including those in the space domain and with drones, CEO Bosco da Costa Junior told Shephard.

Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

9th June 2025

The country first entered negotiations for the procurement of Black Hawk helicopters in 2023. Now, the reassessment marks a shift in the country’s military equipment and strategic needs in light of the Ukraine conflict.

Tata to build Rafale fuselages in India as Dassault ramps up global production

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Tata to build Rafale fuselages in India as Dassault ramps up global production

6th June 2025

New Hyderabad facility will host the first overseas Rafale fuselage line, as India looks to bolster its aerospace ecosystem and align with long-term AMCA goals.

German Air Force pushes ahead with A400M infrared protection system upgrade

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German Air Force pushes ahead with A400M infrared protection system upgrade

6th June 2025

The Direct Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) system will serve to protect the aircraft from surface-to-air missile threats, with installation scheduled for later this year.

UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

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UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

6th June 2025

UVision’s HERO loitering munition family is widely used. As an air-launched loitering munition, however, it is a new concept which could meet a specific declared need of the US Marine Corps.

Japan targets T-4 replacement ahead of GCAP as pressure mounts to modernise pilot training

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Japan targets T-4 replacement ahead of GCAP as pressure mounts to modernise pilot training

6th June 2025

The JASDF has been looking to replace its T-4 jet fighters amid concerns over training capacity and pilot readiness for fifth-gen fighters.

Australia bets big on new systems and local industry in the face of drone wars

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Australia bets big on new systems and local industry in the face of drone wars

6th June 2025

Australia has a small but vibrant drone and counter-drone industry ranging from niche dual technology company Grabba Technologies to large multinational like DroneShield. It is these companies and a reshaping of procurement methods to ramp ...

Germany becomes fifth JSM customer with planned $644 million order

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Germany becomes fifth JSM customer with planned $644 million order

5th June 2025

Norway, Japan, Australia and the US have already selected Kongsberg’s Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for use from Lockheed Martin’s F-35A multirole fighter aircraft. Demand for the missile has led to an expansion in manufacturing.

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