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

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

2nd July 2026

Transport and tanker aircraft represent a growing opportunity in Latin America as countries in the region increasingly look to replace ageing fleets and reduce dependence on second-hand platforms.

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.

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

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

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

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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

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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.

Embraer bets on US manufacture C-390 Millennium as incentive to lower US tariffs

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Embraer bets on US manufacture C-390 Millennium as incentive to lower US tariffs

5th August 2025

While Embraer’s Q2 results were not affected by US tariffs and it managed to avoid US President Donald J Trump's additional 40% tariff rate on Brazil, the 10% tariff rate still remains.

US gives Patriot $50 billion boost, as Dutch to deliver first equipment under new scheme

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US gives Patriot $50 billion boost, as Dutch to deliver first equipment under new scheme

5th August 2025

The Patriot Air Defence System has been a core part of equipment used in the Ukraine-Russia war, and will form part of the first Dutch military aid package backed by the new NATO-US Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative.

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