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France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push
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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

UK SMEs remain vulnerable in effort to help build sovereign capabilities, JCNSS report warns

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UK SMEs remain vulnerable in effort to help build sovereign capabilities, JCNSS report warns

3rd April 2026

The report comes as heads of industry bodies warn that the delayed defence spending plan has left smaller and medium sized businesses in stasis, unable to plan or seek out further investment.

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  • First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

    First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

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    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

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  • First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

    First GCAP contract marks milestone for Edgewing, while UK waits on further funding

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    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

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Royal Thai Air Force moves forward with Gripen E/F selection

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Royal Thai Air Force moves forward with Gripen E/F selection

4th June 2025

The deal has a Phase 1 budget of US$596 million for the acquisition of four Gripen E/F aircraft, according to the RTAF.

Czech Republic extend Gripen lease to bridge until entry of F-35

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Czech Republic extend Gripen lease to bridge until entry of F-35

3rd June 2025

The Czech Republic has formally extended its lease of Saab JAS-39 Gripen fighter aircraft until 2035, allowing for the arrival of the first Lockheed Martin F-35 in 2031 and full operational capability four years later. .

Unfolding the Golden Dome for America: Seven things you should know about the programme

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Unfolding the Golden Dome for America: Seven things you should know about the programme

3rd June 2025

Shephard talked to multiple experts about the most pressing concerns and considerations regarding the air defence system advocated by President Trump.

F-35 capability boost could come in next three years, says Lockheed CEO

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F-35 capability boost could come in next three years, says Lockheed CEO

3rd June 2025

Lockheed had previously spoken of ‘supercharging’ its F-35, using technology developed for its unsuccessful NGAD bid, while broader work on delivering its TR-3 aircraft to customers continues.

Industry welcomes UK Strategic Defence Review, but pressure remains on future defence investment plans

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Industry welcomes UK Strategic Defence Review, but pressure remains on future defence investment plans

2nd June 2025

While industry reception to the SDR has been positive, questions still remain from analyst and trade associations about what this could mean for future investment and the future UK Defence Industrial Strategy.

What impact will the massive drone attack on Russian territory have on the future of the war in Ukraine?

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What impact will the massive drone attack on Russian territory have on the future of the war in Ukraine?

2nd June 2025

The large-scale Ukrainian UAV offensive against airbases in Russia is likely to affect the conflict in multiple ways in addition to impacting the warfare of tomorrow.

UK Strategic Defence Review puts emphasis on autonomy, airpower and munitions

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UK Strategic Defence Review puts emphasis on autonomy, airpower and munitions

2nd June 2025

The UK’s Strategic Defence Review (SDR) was launched as one of the first acts of the UK’s new Labour Government in June last year. The review has recommended a major big-picture reform of the country’s forces.

Czech Republic set to order RBS 70 NG systems as CAESAR howitzers begin production

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Czech Republic set to order RBS 70 NG systems as CAESAR howitzers begin production

2nd June 2025

The Czech Government is to approve the purchase of a fleet of vehicle mounted integrated air defence systems as the country invests to overhaul its equipment. Spending includes two dozen F-35As, CAESAR howitzers and refurbished Leopard tank...

Billions of pounds earmarked for new munitions factories and submarine expansion ahead of UK Strategic Defence Review

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Billions of pounds earmarked for new munitions factories and submarine expansion ahead of UK Strategic Defence Review

2nd June 2025

The UK’s Strategic Defence Review will call for ‘warfighting readiness’ and outline the threats the country will need to face and counter with modern defence equipment and technology.

Why is the US military focusing on having low-cost, disposable drones in its inventory?

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Why is the US military focusing on having low-cost, disposable drones in its inventory?

1st June 2025

Diverse acquisition and development efforts across the US Department of Defence (DoD) have been focusing on the benefits cheap uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) offer.

Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge

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Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge

1st June 2025

Latvia is buying Austrian Spanish Cooperative Development (ASCOD) infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs). The country is investing widely including in the purchase of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), Patria 6×6 vehicles, TRML-4D ...

Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces’ operations

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Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces’ operations

31st May 2025

The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

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