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Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

31st March 2026

Norway’s funding boost will help the country reach 3.5% of GDP on defence spending by 2035, with autonomous systems part of the long list of priorities alongside frigate acquisition and development of a new Finnmark Brigade.

Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

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Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

31st March 2026

Growing capability gaps caused by ageing Soviet-era platforms in Africa and Asia are creating opportunities, as disrupted supply chains and sanctions open the door for Western manufacturers to expand into these markets.

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Pivotal has demonstrated its lightweight electric VTOL aircraft, BlackFly, live at SOF Week 2025, as the company positions the platform for special operations and wider defence applications.

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L3 Wescam enters the MatriX

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L3 Wescam enters the MatriX

19th May 2017

L3 Wescam has introduced a new range of MatriX intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) system kits for fixed-and rotary-wing platforms, the company announced on 16 May. …

SOFIC 2017: The week in Tampa (video)

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SOFIC 2017: The week in Tampa (video)

19th May 2017

Over the last few days, the Shephard team has had several opportunities to speak to top officials from US Special Operations Command, as well as leading figures …

Thales Nederland details radar advancements

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Thales Nederland details radar advancements

19th May 2017

Thales Nederland is currently undertaking testing activity of an initial three SMART-L MM 3D long-range multi-mission radars for air and space surveillance and ballistic missile …

Future F-35 production numbers released

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Future F-35 production numbers released

19th May 2017

A new document released by the US Department of the Navy reveals further specifics of future Lockheed Martin F-35 multirole fighter aircraft production lots and confirms …

ITEC 2017: Military and VIP presence on the up (video)

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ITEC 2017: Military and VIP presence on the up (video)

19th May 2017

This year's ITEC took place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, for the first time and for those attending the show the Dutch Ministry of Defence had a …

SOFIC 2017: Cubic outlines C4ISR growth (video)

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SOFIC 2017: Cubic outlines C4ISR growth (video)

18th May 2017

At this year's SOFIC exhibition in Tampa, Shephard  spoke to Cubic Mission Solutions president Mike Twyman about the expansion of the company and its growing …

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RFP released for COBRA DANE radar support

18th May 2017

The US Air Force is seeking a contractor for sustainment of the COBRA DANE radar system at Shemya, Alaska, with a request for proposal released for …

SOFIC 2017: Ballooning market for ISR aerostats (video)

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SOFIC 2017: Ballooning market for ISR aerostats (video)

18th May 2017

Florida-based company Drone Aviation is showcasing its range of tethered drones and balloons at this year's SOFIC in Tampa, Florida. Speaking to Shephard, Art Hughes explains a …

AAR to supply KC-46 palletised seating

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AAR to supply KC-46 palletised seating

18th May 2017

AAR Mobility Systems will provide palletised seating systems for the US Air Force's (USAF's) KC-46 aircraft under a $5 million contract announced on 15 May.The palletised seating accommodates …

SOFIC 2017: Textron tests Fury against moving targets (video)

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SOFIC 2017: Textron tests Fury against moving targets (video)

18th May 2017

Textron Systems has successfully tested the Fury lightweight precision-guided glide munition against moving targets at Yuma Proving Grounds in Arizona, marking the completion of the …

Lord placing bets on future

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Lord placing bets on future

18th May 2017

Lord Corporation is a key contributor to the next-generation of rotorcraft through its participation in the build of both the Boeing-Sikorsky SB>1 Defiant and Bell …

Boeing promotes more striking Eagle

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Boeing promotes more striking Eagle

18th May 2017

Boeing believes it has prospects and contracts for its F-15 Strike Eagle aircraft up until at least 2019 and likely beyond 2022. The company has …

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