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

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

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

30th June 2026

Investment in nuclear submarines, autonomous systems and stronger defensive capabilities for existing vessels show a clear strategic shift in Royal Navy priorities.

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Hypersonic missile defence ‘difficult but tractable’, says CSIS

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Hypersonic missile defence ‘difficult but tractable’, says CSIS

8th February 2022

At the current pace, the US may not field a glide-phase interceptor until the 2030s, but a new report from the CSIS indicates that this could be accelerated.

Signatures clear the way for Eurodrone production

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Signatures clear the way for Eurodrone production

8th February 2022

A development and manufacturing deal is imminent between OCCAR and Airbus for Eurodrone ISTAR UASs.

Textron unveils SECAT expeditionary cargo craft

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Textron unveils SECAT expeditionary cargo craft

7th February 2022

Textron Systems believes surface effect ship technology could be used to provide specialised performance capabilities that traditional monohull vessels cannot.

Sophisticated wave modelling aids USN seabasing

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Sophisticated wave modelling aids USN seabasing

7th February 2022

General Dynamics subsidiary Applied Physical Sciences continues its work on environmental and ship motion forecasting for the USN.

Russian S-400s reach Belarus for ‘training exercise’

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Russian S-400s reach Belarus for ‘training exercise’

7th February 2022

Russia may use an exercise in Belarus on 10-20 February to augment its forces before an invasion of Ukraine.

Energetic exports mask modernisation issues for Ukrainian industry

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Energetic exports mask modernisation issues for Ukrainian industry

7th February 2022

While much attention focuses on the equipment Ukraine is receiving from foreign allies in its current stand-off with Russia, the domestic defence industry has been particularly active in overseas markets.

UK MoD invests in Falklands amid Argentine protests

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UK MoD invests in Falklands amid Argentine protests

4th February 2022

The UK MoD has appointed Aquila for air traffic support in the Falklands, while Argentina criticises British presence in the region.

Steady production no guarantee of KC-46 avoiding further troubles

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Steady production no guarantee of KC-46 avoiding further troubles

4th February 2022

As Boeing continues to maintain a strong KC-46 production record, will negotiations between the manufacturer and the USAF on a RVS 2.0 baseline configuration prove pivotal to overcoming technical difficulties?

First Reaper meets Dutch MoD requirements

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First Reaper meets Dutch MoD requirements

4th February 2022

The Netherlands will continue its acceptance flight programme for MQ-9A Reaper UAVs.

USN to commission newest Independence-variant LCS

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USN to commission newest Independence-variant LCS

4th February 2022

The ship’s homeport will be at Naval Base San Diego in California.

Twin FMS deals support ballistic missile defence in Saudi Arabia and UAE

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Twin FMS deals support ballistic missile defence in Saudi Arabia and UAE

4th February 2022

Saudi Arabia and the UAE are requesting missile defence equipment from the US under the FMS programme.

F-16V sale to Jordan passes muster with State Department

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F-16V sale to Jordan passes muster with State Department

4th February 2022

Jordan has requested 16 F-16s upgraded to the Block 70 (F-16V) configuration plus a plethora of associated subsystems and weapons, training services and logistical support in an FMS package worth more than $4 billion.

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