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France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

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France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

20th February 2026

Expanded fighter jet and missile production, next-generation engine cooperation and helicopter assembly deals have all been struck between the two countries, signalling a strengthening bilateral partnership between France and India.

Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

16th February 2026

Airbus has delivered more than 2,000 helicopters to nations across Europe, and continues to solidify its position at the heart of the region’s defence industrial base.

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  • UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

    UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

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    Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

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    “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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    France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

  • UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

    UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

  • Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

    Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

  • France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

    France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

  • “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

    “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

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Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

22nd August 2025

The initial funds will focus on the foundational capabilities to modernise the attack helicopter, including digital architecture that will allow for launched effects and UAS integration.

New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

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New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

21st August 2025

The MH-60R Seahawk and A321XLR aircraft are the first procurement announcements designed to help delivery of a more combat capable and interoperable fleet to the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), as outlined in the New Zealand government’s ...

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.

France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

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France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

28th July 2025

With three prototypes being built, the H160M is a militarised version of the H160. Once tests conclude, it will be delivered to the French armed forces from late 2028.

Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

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Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

25th July 2025

Initial exploration of helicopter crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities will commence in late-2025 and could potentially help shape future programmes involving launched effects.

Norway cleared for possible $2.6 billion HH-60W helicopter FMS

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Norway cleared for possible $2.6 billion HH-60W helicopter FMS

14th July 2025

The possible sale for nine HH-60W by the US government could make Norway the first Foreign Military Sale customer for the rescue and combat helicopter and add to the country’s ongoing acquisition of Sikorsky-made helicopters.

Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

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Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

30th June 2025

The company has tested over 15 mission sets for the drone, with the rotorcraft used to demonstrate the viability of armed forces utilising large uncrewed aerial systems’ (UAS) for autonomous missions in the future.

US Army modernisation plans raise big concerns for lawmakers

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US Army modernisation plans raise big concerns for lawmakers

25th June 2025

The termination of programmes such as JLTV and RCV has been harshly criticised by members of the US Congress.

Paris Air Show 2025: Poland orders Apache targeting systems and will establish local support facility

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Paris Air Show 2025: Poland orders Apache targeting systems and will establish local support facility

17th June 2025

In 2024, Poland agreed to purchase 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache combat helicopters in a deal worth as much as US$12 billion. The deal included 97 AN/ASQ-170 modernised target acquisition and designation sight/AN/AAR-11 modernised pilot night vis...

Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry

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Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry

12th June 2025

As European countries increase their defence budgets, the Paris Air Show will look to how the aerospace industry’s responds, with programme progression, new technology and industrial partnerships all expected to take centre stage at Le Bour...

Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Helicopters unveils new crewed-uncrewed teaming solution

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Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Helicopters unveils new crewed-uncrewed teaming solution

12th June 2025

The solution, named HTeaming, has already been tested in flight with a Spanish Navy H135 helicopter and an Airbus Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system (UAS).

Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

9th June 2025

The country first entered negotiations for the procurement of Black Hawk helicopters in 2023. Now, the reassessment marks a shift in the country’s military equipment and strategic needs in light of the Ukraine conflict.

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