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US Air Force lays the groundwork to move the F-15EX acquisition to lots 7 and 8
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    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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A new shape in the sky? Mapping out the F-47’s configuration

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

3rd July 2026

As images of what might be an F-47 prototype or proof-of-concept vehicle emerge from the Nevada desert, what do they tell us about the aircraft’s capabilities and enabling technologies?

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

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

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

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  • US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

    US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

  • Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

  • 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 Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

    US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5

  • Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

  • 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

  • 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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Poland confirms US$3.8 billion F-16V upgrade

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Poland confirms US$3.8 billion F-16V upgrade

14th August 2025

The Mid-Life Upgrade agreement comes as Poland makes significant increases in its defence spend as its plans to increase it to 5% of GDP by 2026.

How unconventional warfare demands are changing the CUAS and drone development landscape

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How unconventional warfare demands are changing the CUAS and drone development landscape

14th August 2025

The use of drones in unconventional ways is accelerating technological advances and countermeasures as military planners try to stay ahead of the drone revolution in military affairs.

Applied Intuition takes aim at major air combat programmes with UK expansion

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Applied Intuition takes aim at major air combat programmes with UK expansion

14th August 2025

The autonomous software company’s new UK subsidiary is the latest in a line of businesses poised to expand and offer its services to the UK Ministry of Defence and industry, as the country invests more in AI and autonomous technology to del...

British Army seeks ACP to pair with Apache AH-64E helicopter

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British Army seeks ACP to pair with Apache AH-64E helicopter

13th August 2025

The event notice to find this ACP solution will see a series of workshops run to assess problems sets for the wider Land Autonomous Collaborative Platform (LACP) programme.

Red Cat expands its manufacturing capacities to surge production of UAVs and USVs

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Red Cat expands its manufacturing capacities to surge production of UAVs and USVs

13th August 2025

The company has invested $80 million to enhance its facilities and establish a new maritime division.

Anduril expands footprint in South Korea

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Anduril expands footprint in South Korea

12th August 2025

The US firm has signed agreements with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HII) and Korean Air to develop defence products for the South Korean market as well as license existing Anduril products for use and export to the region.

US Africa Command targets logistic solutions

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US Africa Command targets logistic solutions

12th August 2025

AFRICOM is seeking IT systems and supply chain management solutions to enhance interoperability and standardise logistical processes in its area of responsibility.

F-35 buy decisions rear their head after US tariffs increase

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F-35 buy decisions rear their head after US tariffs increase

11th August 2025

Following Spain’s decision not to procure F-35 aircraft in favour of Eurofighter and FCAS 6th-gen, Switzerland and Canada continue to weigh up their investment in Lockheed Martin’s F-35 aircraft.

Estonia proposes Baltic Drone Wall to protect NATO’s eastern flank

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Estonia proposes Baltic Drone Wall to protect NATO’s eastern flank

11th August 2025

The project, which involves several allied nations including Finland, Norway and Poland, is envisioned to involve different layers of systems and capabilities that can work to deter any possible Russian drone attacks.

US clears Australia for MC-55A fleet upgrade

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US clears Australia for MC-55A fleet upgrade

8th August 2025

The upgrade package, at a cost of US$404 million, will support the aircraft which are due to be delivered to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) this year after a series of delays to the programme.

Taiwan welcomes first batch of Altius-600M drones

Programme update

Taiwan welcomes first batch of Altius-600M drones

8th August 2025

Anduril, the US company that manufactures loitering munitions, has doubled down on its expansion and presence in Asia, set against a growing threat from China and a push from Taiwan to expand its domestic uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) procu...

Thailand approves the purchase of four Saab Gripen E/F aircraft

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Thailand approves the purchase of four Saab Gripen E/F aircraft

6th August 2025

The Royal Thai Air Force will replace its ageing Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter aircraft with Saab Gripen E/F, with the first procurement phase due to be delivered by 2029.

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