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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came to an end with China encircling the country as part of an exercise.

How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

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How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

31st December 2025

Canada’s inclusion on the EU’s Security Action for Europe initiative is set to enhance the country’s defence procurement strategy with important implications for some of its naval programmes, while Poland and Romania have also secured significant SAFE funding.

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    Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Belgium to buy 11 additional F-35As and commit to FCAS as full partner

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Belgium to buy 11 additional F-35As and commit to FCAS as full partner

21st July 2025

The aircraft acquisition and Future Combat Air System (FCAS) commitment comes as the country published its Strategic Defence Plan on 18 July, which also includes plans to invest in a surface-based air and missile defence system.

US Navy prepares next steps of in-service missile modernisation

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US Navy prepares next steps of in-service missile modernisation

21st July 2025

The Naval Air Systems Command recently issued notices outlining the upcoming phases of the Tomahawk and Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) upgrades as well as the Harpoon Weapon Service (HWS) Life Extension Programme (LEP).

Anduril’s Barracuda-100M completes latest successful test flights

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Anduril’s Barracuda-100M completes latest successful test flights

16th July 2025

The munitions variant of the Barrauda-100 autonomous air vehicle is being tested for the US Army’s High-Speed Manoeuvrable Missile (HSMM) testbed programme, with further flight tests expected in 2026.

France unveils new strategic review as Macron vows to accelerate defence spend

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France unveils new strategic review as Macron vows to accelerate defence spend

15th July 2025

The 2025 National Strategic Review highlights the importance of readiness against a growing Russian threat and was published days after a speech from the French President Macron who called for an increase in defence spending worth €6.5 bill...

France and UK to resume and upgrade Storm Shadow/SCALP production

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France and UK to resume and upgrade Storm Shadow/SCALP production

10th July 2025

The new ‘Entente Industrielle’ will work on a range of other projects to boost the UK economy and defence industry, including joint development on new high-tech frequency weapons and extended range air-to-air missiles.

Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue

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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue

4th July 2025

Equipment has continued to flow into Ukraine from the European Union (EU), NATO and western countries as the war against Russia continues but other types of support with longer-term prospects are appearing.

Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule

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Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule

30th June 2025

The Royal Australian Navy has finally commissioned the first Arafura-class offshore patrol vessel – more than three years behind schedule – highlighting the programme’s delays, design compromises and ongoing industrial restructuring.

Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion

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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion

27th June 2025

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.

UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost

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UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost

24th June 2025

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 defen...

US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities

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US fires approximately 75 precision-guided weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities

22nd June 2025

In the operation Midnight Hammer, the Pentagon deployed 14 GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators and more than two dozen Tomahawk missiles.

Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide

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Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide

12th June 2025

The House Committee on Appropriations approved a FY2026 bill reducing investments in main defence programmes.

Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance

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Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance

12th June 2025

New presidential directives for UAV production are intended to remove bureaucratic barriers and support suppliers.

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