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World Defense Show 2026: Turkish and European industries will cooperate, says Aselsan boss
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World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

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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

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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.

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  • World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

    World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

  • Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

    Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

  • 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)

  • World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

    World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

  • World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

    World Defense Show 2026: MARSS displays new Nation Shield air defence C2 system

  • Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

    Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

  • 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)

  • World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

    World Defense Show 2026: L3Harris to achieve full-rate production of Viper Shield soon

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Project Nightfall to test fire deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine by 2027

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Project Nightfall to test fire deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine by 2027

13th January 2026

The UK competition for industry to develop deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine in its war effort against Russia will also provide benefits for the country’s own long-range strike efforts.

US Marines seek suppliers for 10,000 low-cost sUAS with first delivery targeted for April

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US Marines seek suppliers for 10,000 low-cost sUAS with first delivery targeted for April

13th January 2026

The US Marine Corps is looking for vendors capable of quickly delivering off-the-shelf drones. The small uncrewed aerial systems are expected to carry diverse types of payloads.

Germany increases Arrow missile defence deal to $6.1 billion as American interest grows

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Germany increases Arrow missile defence deal to $6.1 billion as American interest grows

12th January 2026

Germany’s move to buy Israel Aerospace Industries’ Arrow missile defence system became public in mid-2023 with approval from the US government shortly after. The first operational system is expected to be in service before 2030.

Sweden’s recent air defence spend tips to $6 billion with 2026 procurement planned

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Sweden’s recent air defence spend tips to $6 billion with 2026 procurement planned

12th January 2026

Procurement of various short-range systems will begin in the first quarter of 2026, with additional procurements to be made later in the year.

Can emergent suppliers of fighter aircraft crack Middle East markets?

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Can emergent suppliers of fighter aircraft crack Middle East markets?

9th January 2026

The 2025 Dubai Airshow saw several aspiring suppliers of combat aircraft to the region’s air forces parade their wares in the sky and on the ground. Shephard’s Edward Hunt explores their chance of success in the Middle East.

Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

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Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

9th January 2026

Northrop Grumman will provide the autonomy software for the USMC loyal wingman, which will be integrated into Kratos’ XQ-58 Valkyrie uncrewed aerial system.

Lithuania increases ground capability and spending in a high-threat environment

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Lithuania increases ground capability and spending in a high-threat environment

9th January 2026

It has been more than two decades since Lithuania joined the EU and NATO, which followed the country’s independence from the USSR almost 15 years before that. The country is now in the shadow of the Russia-Ukraine war with air incursions fr...

Saab eyes fresh market opportunities for its GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft

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Saab eyes fresh market opportunities for its GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft

8th January 2026

As the E-7 Wedgetail faces prolonged production and technical delays as well as a recently abandoned contract from NATO, its competitor, the GlobalEye, may find new avenues for market growth.

Podcast: Critical Care episode 6 - Embedded sustainment with the Royal Netherlands Air Force

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8th January 2026

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US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

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US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

8th January 2026

Th mission systems upgrade of the X-62 VISTA variant of the F-16 will allow the air force to evaluate the jet in more demanding environments.

Lockheed’s deal to triple PAC-3 MSE production opens doors to portfolio boost

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Lockheed’s deal to triple PAC-3 MSE production opens doors to portfolio boost

7th January 2026

The framework agreement with the US Department of Defense would see Lockheed Martin increase production capacity from 600 to 2,000 interceptors per year.

Can Iranian air defence systems compete for exports?

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Can Iranian air defence systems compete for exports?

7th January 2026

Iran’s defence industry is now producing a range of surface-to-air missile systems and has begun to market them internationally. Using what appears to be a mixture of original and reverse-engineered elements, how do they stack up compared t...

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