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Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

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Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

4th June 2026

The biennial show in Paris will focus heavily on autonomous technology, counter-drone solutions and helicopters, as countries ramp up defence budgets and focus on modernising defence capabilities.

Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

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Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

4th June 2026

How emerging technologies and capability priorities will shape America’s next-generation missile defence system.

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“A dominant force”: empowering Europe’s airborne ISR in a new era

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How detection-led C-UAS solutions are transforming drone defense

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“Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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  • Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

    Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

  • Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

    Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

  • Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

    Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

  • Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

    Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

  • Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

    Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

  • Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

    Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

  • North American appetite for European AEW&C aircraft bolstered as Canada picks GlobalEye

    North American appetite for European AEW&C aircraft bolstered as Canada picks GlobalEye

  • Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

    Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

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Finding the balance between armour and air defence as UAVs proliferate

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Finding the balance between armour and air defence as UAVs proliferate

11th May 2026

While the growing drone threat has sharpened the focus on air defence solutions, Dr Peter Magill looks at why protected mobility remains crucial.

Saab Barracuda update prioritises drone protection on modern battlefield

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Saab Barracuda update prioritises drone protection on modern battlefield

11th May 2026

Barracuda multispectral camouflage systems have been developed over decades and are designed to conceal a range of infrared and ultraviolet signals as well as reducing detection by radar.

Why Embraer’s C-390 Millennium trajectory continues to climb (updated 2026)

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Why Embraer’s C-390 Millennium trajectory continues to climb (updated 2026)

8th May 2026

The medium airlift aircraft is swiftly becoming the top pick for an array of countries wishing to enhance their tactical transport capabilities.

Saab to begin delivering new missile variant for RBS 70 air defence system in 2027

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Saab to begin delivering new missile variant for RBS 70 air defence system in 2027

8th May 2026

The Bolide 2 missile has a larger warhead than the original version as well as an aluminium nose cone, which replaces a copper version and allows for more explosive content and fragments.

USAF’s T-7A Red Hawk programme progresses with low-rate production to start in 2026

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USAF’s T-7A Red Hawk programme progresses with low-rate production to start in 2026

7th May 2026

The T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer for the US Air Force reaching Milestone C is the first step towards production for the first batch of 14 aircraft, with training expected to start by 2028.

Industrial capacity under scrutiny as US approves further $8.6 billion Middle East arms sale

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Industrial capacity under scrutiny as US approves further $8.6 billion Middle East arms sale

7th May 2026

The fast-tracked emergency approvals come as the conflict in the Middle East stretches out into its third month, after Iranian attacks depleted US allies’ missile stockpiles and testing air defence systems.

Intelligence innovation: From data overload to decision advantage (Podcast)

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Intelligence innovation: From data overload to decision advantage (Podcast)

6th May 2026

As militaries face an overwhelming flow of data, the challenge is shifting from collection to delivering fast, actionable insights that drive decision-making. Advances in AI and data integration are helping armed forces move beyond siloed s...

India’s high-altitude logistics drone push drives demand as BonV Aero positions Air Orca

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India’s high-altitude logistics drone push drives demand as BonV Aero positions Air Orca

5th May 2026

The Indian Army's major drone procurement programme has drawn attention from BonV Aero which has developed its heavy-lift platform for extreme terrain missions.

Baykar’s Akinci: Local participation and export freedom drive $4.63 billion success story

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Baykar’s Akinci: Local participation and export freedom drive $4.63 billion success story

5th May 2026

The success of the Akinci drone stems from Turkey’s push for domestically produced components – which has led to fewer export restrictions – and from manufacturer Baykar’s willingness to coproduce the drone with customers’ domestic industri...

Lithuania air focus: Majority of $235.98 million drone investment to be spent before 2030

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Lithuania air focus: Majority of $235.98 million drone investment to be spent before 2030

4th May 2026

Lithuania has committed significant funding towards expanding its UAV capabilities, with more than $54 million already spent and substantial additional investment planned through to 2029. Alongside domestic procurement, the country has also...

SAHA 2026 to Convene the Global Defence Ecosystem

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SAHA 2026 to Convene the Global Defence Ecosystem

1st May 2026

SAHA 2026 brings global defence and aerospace leaders to Istanbul for partnerships, launches, panels and high-value meetings.

Laser weapon solutions are emerging as Europe confronts air defence cost imbalance

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Laser weapon solutions are emerging as Europe confronts air defence cost imbalance

1st May 2026

Europe’s air defence debate is increasingly shaped by the blunt economics of the field. While high-value interceptor missiles can effectively shoot down cheap drones, doing so at scale presents cost challenges.

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