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Air Warfare
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
The UAE’s Edge Group has been positioning itself as a key defence and technology partner to Indonesia, where it has been focusing on naval platforms, UAVs and long-term industrial collaboration.
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UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
The UK’s National Security Strategy brings together the recently released Strategic Defence Review (SDR), Strategic Security Review, AUKUS Review and Industrial and Trade Strategies. At the same time, the UK made a commitment to reach defence spending of 5% of GDP by 2035 and Germany committed to 3.5% by 2029.
Air Warfare
US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities
In the operation Midnight Hammer, the Pentagon deployed 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators and more than two dozen Tomahawk missiles.
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Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide
The House Committee on Appropriations approved a FY2026 bill reducing investments in main defence programmes.
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Paris Air Show 2025: Parrot’s new microdrone ANAFI UKR breaks cover
While the Paris Air Show marked the first time the ANAFI UKR has been publicly shown, the ISR drone has been in use with various armed forces for the last eight months, Parrot told Shephard.
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France and Sweden sign defence roadmap as Naval Group positions FDI frigate for Swedish surface ship programme
A pact signed at the Paris Air Show has seen Sweden turn to the French FDI frigate to lead its next-gen surface combatant fleet amid shifting security dynamics in the Baltic Sea.
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Naval Warfare
Australia releases blueprint for expanded naval surface fleet
20th February 2024
The much-anticipated Enhanced Lethality Surface Combatant Fleet review has allocated billions of dollars towards enhancing the Royal Australian Navy’s fleet.
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Air Warfare
Singapore Airshow 2024: Singapore’s Apache upgrade among plans to renew RSAF capabilities
20th February 2024
Singapore’s air force chief has confirmed plans to extend the life of the RSAF’s Apaches to beyond 2030, as well as revealing the next steps for future purchases of F-35s, replacements for its UAV fleet and updates to its ground-based air defence systems.
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Air Warfare
Singapore Airshow 2024: Singapore’s air chief reflects on lessons learnt from ongoing conflicts
20th February 2024
Singapore’s air force chief shares four key learnings from ongoing conflicts ranging from countering low-cost drones to ensuring the defence of the digital domain.
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Air Warfare
France and Airbus eye up Indian defence deals
19th February 2024
India has kickstarted an ambitious procurement process on a number of defence platforms for its Armed Forces with Airbus and France likely to be the main contenders for contract wins.
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Land Warfare
Rheinmetall and UK provide more support for Ukraine as Russia gains ground
19th February 2024
As the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine edges closer, the resolve of Western countries has been tested in the face of entrenched positions, rising costs, political divisions and the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
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Air Warfare
Singapore Airshow 2024: Pratt extends Singapore engine site
19th February 2024
The expansion has underscored Pratt & Whitneys commitment to enhancing industrial capacity in the Asia Pacific region.
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Air Warfare
Singapore Airshow 2024: Stay ahead of developments with our Show Portal
16th February 2024
Shephard will provide updates on the latest news, announcements and launches throughout the Singapore Airshow 2024.
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Land Warfare
Israel reevaluates its ammunition requirements as shortage looms
16th February 2024
Israel has challenges in ensuring its ammunition stocks do not dwindle further as it relies on US support and domestic suppliers to meet updated demands.
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Air Warfare
BAE Systems buys Ball Aerospace for whopping $5.5 billion
16th February 2024
BAE Systems has received the greenlight to acquire Ball Aerospace in a move that will bolster its space technology portfolio and deepen its presence in the lucrative US defence and intelligence market.
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Air Warfare
Azerbaijan completes Turkish Akinci drone procurement
16th February 2024
The exact number of Akinci drones acquired by Azerbaijan has remained undisclosed, but estimates suggested the purchase of two or three HALE units.
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Defence Notes
European NATO countries reach average defence spending requirement and renew Ukrainian support
15th February 2024
NATO Defence Ministers met on 15 February to discuss how to further strengthen the alliance’s deterrence and defence followed by a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council.
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Naval Warfare
Ecuador turns to local shipyard and international suppliers for military platforms
15th February 2024
As Ecuador attempts to combat so-called “terrorist networks”, the country has turned to the US and Turkey for equipment, while domestic construction and acquisition of new naval platforms has remained a slow process.
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Naval Warfare
US forces intercept second boat carrying Iranian weapon supplies for Houthi rebels
15th February 2024
The operation in the Arabian Sea involved the US Coast Guard Sentinel-class fast-response cutter USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr assigned to US Naval Forces Central Command.
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Air Warfare
Exclusive: Germany ventures deeper into aircraft jamming capabilities within luWES programme
15th February 2024
Germany's luWES programme has advanced with investigations into incorporating jamming capabilities into various aircraft types, including business jets, UAVs and other platforms.
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Air Warfare
Singapore Airshow 2024: Pratt & Whitney to continue South Korean F-15 and F-16 engine sustainment
14th February 2024
South Korea’s DAPA has awarded Pratt & Whitney the third contract that will see the sustainment of the country's fighter fleet engines.
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Defence Notes
Global defence spending hits record highs amid threats from Russia and beyond
14th February 2024
With the possibility of having to confront challenges without substantial US support looming, European nations have been compelled to reassess their defence strategies and prioritise investments to ensure collective security and resilience.
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Defence Notes
US Senate approves $60 billion package to support Ukraine
13th February 2024
As part of the national security supplemental package, the fund will now be analysed by the House of Representatives.
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Defence Notes
World Defense Show 2024: The show’s second iteration adapts to a changing world
13th February 2024
Saudi Arabia’s welcomed the return of the World Defense Show with the event’s heavy focus on vehicles and CUS systems reflecting ongoing conflicts and the priorities of many national programmes.
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Defence Notes
World Defense Show 2024: The show’s second iteration adapts to a changing world
13th February 2024
Saudi Arabia’s welcomed the return of the World Defense Show with the event’s heavy focus on vehicles and CUS systems reflecting ongoing conflicts and the priorities of many national programmes.
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![Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion]()
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)]()
Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)
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![UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost]()
UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
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![US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities]()
US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities
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![Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion]()
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost]()
UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
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![US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities]()
US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities
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![Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide]()
Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide
