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  • Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction

    Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction

    Uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems were a major feature of this edition of Eurosatory 2026 along with programme updates and first sight of new main battle tanks.

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    Eurosatory 2026: Iran’s attacks on UAE have “accelerated” Edge’s plans, says company

    The UAE’s Edge has undergone massive changes since it was formed in 2019, from acquisitions to partnerships, and has now set up a European division in Paris.

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

30th June 2026

The DIP sees £8.6 billion earmarked for the Global Combat Air Programme, with heavy emphasis on uncrewed systems procurement and a national CCA programme, despite pushed forward helicopter retirements and questions over what shape future ISR capabilities could take.

DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

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DroneShield signs agreements and US contract in the face of surging demand

30th June 2026

DroneShield has been at the forefront of CUAS capability despite being founded only 12 years ago. The company’s early move into the counter-drone arena has put it on the crest of the rapidly expanding technology field.

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DSEI 2025: Raytheon UK CEO highlights RTX skills, innovation and UK footprint

At DSEI 2025, James Gray, Managing Director and CEO of Raytheon UK (part of RTX), outlines the company’s century-long presence in the UK and its evolving role across defence, aerospace, cyber, and tra...

 

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DSEI 2025: Controp Discusses AI-Enabled Multi-Domain Surveillance Solutions

At DSEI 2025, Controp representatives outline how artificial intelligence is being integrated with electro-optical payloads to improve decision-making and operational efficiency across land, air, and ...

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  • A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

    A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

  • Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

    Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

  • Networked advantage: keeping unmanned systems in the loop with battlefield radio technology

    Networked advantage: keeping unmanned systems in the loop with battlefield radio technology

  • Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

    Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

  • A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

    A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

  • Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

    Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

  • Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

    Latin American fixed-wing capability gaps create openings for industry competition

  • With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

    With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare

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US Navy prepares next step of the F-35 Block 4 upgrade while GAO predicts acquisition delays

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US Navy prepares next step of the F-35 Block 4 upgrade while GAO predicts acquisition delays

9th September 2025

The US Navy published a pre-solicitation notice of intent for the third phase of the F-35 Reprogramming Verification & Validation System. Meanwhile, with a five-year delay in its schedule, GAO foresees more postponements in the completion o...

Information advantage: what is a data fabric and why is it essential for armed forces?

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Information advantage: what is a data fabric and why is it essential for armed forces?

9th September 2025

In Conversation: Shephard's Gerrard Cowan talks to Systematic’s Chris Harris about the vital importance of data fabrics in the networked battlespace, and how this capability can already be provided by existing technology.

DSEI 2025: Ukrainian drone aimed at British Army Watchkeeper replacement programme

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DSEI 2025: Ukrainian drone aimed at British Army Watchkeeper replacement programme

9th September 2025

Skyeton Prevail Solutions, a Ukrainian and British JV, has designed its Raybird UAV to meet the needs of defence, civilian and industrial industries.

DSEI 2025: MBDA’s new SPEAR GLIDE munition breaks cover

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DSEI 2025: MBDA’s new SPEAR GLIDE munition breaks cover

9th September 2025

The high-mass saturation weapon, positioned as a low-cost variant in the SPEAR portfolio, could be indigenously produced by any future customer, according to MBDA.

DSEI 2025: MBDA reveals finalised FC/ASW low-observable missile design as programme advances

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DSEI 2025: MBDA reveals finalised FC/ASW low-observable missile design as programme advances

9th September 2025

The updated stealth airframe model will be displayed for the first time at DSEI 2025 to showcase the maturity of the technologies and system ahead of its launch into the development phase, MBDA said.

DSEI 2025: Teledyne takes wraps off autonomous launch recovery box for drones

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DSEI 2025: Teledyne takes wraps off autonomous launch recovery box for drones

9th September 2025

Teledyne FLIR Defense revealed the SkyPad fully autonomous quadcopter launch and recovery box at AUSA in Washington DC last year. The SkyCarrier is the production version of the system and is designed for the launch and recovery of the comp...

DSEI 2025: MBDA unveils Crossbow – a new deep strike one-way effector

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DSEI 2025: MBDA unveils Crossbow – a new deep strike one-way effector

9th September 2025

The One-Way Effector (Heavy) (OWE(H)) was designed over seven months, with the company currently in discussions to field demonstrations of the product by Q4 2025.

How the MQ-9B’s interoperability is driving future market success

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How the MQ-9B’s interoperability is driving future market success

8th September 2025

With numerous nations, including the UK, committing a combined US$9.99 billion to acquiring the MQ-9B MALE UAV according to Shephard Defence Insight data, the capability now looks set to soar as UAV spending rises globally.

RAFAEL and Israel MOD: IRON BEAM 450 Development Completed, Delivery to IDF Soon

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RAFAEL and Israel MOD: IRON BEAM 450 Development Completed, Delivery to IDF Soon

5th September 2025

IRON BEAM is the world’s only fully mature and operational high-power laser interception system, capable of intercepting missiles and UAVs.

DSEI 2025: Drone Evolution eyes UK and export markets with Scimitar FPV drone

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DSEI 2025: Drone Evolution eyes UK and export markets with Scimitar FPV drone

5th September 2025

Launched at DSEI 2025 for the first time, the first-person-view uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) is available as 10-inch and 7-inch variant, ideal for surveillance or one-way strike missions.

Proteus: forging the future of autonomous rotorcraft

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Proteus: forging the future of autonomous rotorcraft

4th September 2025

As the home of British helicopters, Leonardo has worked with the UK Ministry of Defence for over a decade to advance technologies underpinning uncrewed rotorcraft. Today, in partnership with DE&S Future Capabilities Innovation and the Royal...

Lockheed Martin lands US Army US$9.8 billion Patriot contract

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Lockheed Martin lands US Army US$9.8 billion Patriot contract

4th September 2025

The contract will be used to produce 1,970 Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors and hardware.

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