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Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

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Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

8th April 2026

The Marine nationale’s consistent deployments, healthy shipbuilding drumbeat and growing export portfolio are forcing a reassessment of where European naval capability now resides.

Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

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SOF Week 2025: Global threats and industry opportunities in focus (video)

At SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, Florida, Stu Bradin, President and CEO of the Global SOF Foundation (GSOF), underscored the increasing operational demands placed on special operations forces (SOF) as globa...

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    France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

  • US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

    US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

  • Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

    Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

  • US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

  • France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

    France earmarks further $11.6 billion for missiles and drones amid rearmament push

  • US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

    US Navy budget seeks 34 ships on yesterday’s industrial base

  • US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

    US Army partners with Global Military Products to surge munitions production

  • Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

    Has France quietly become Europe’s real naval power?

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Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

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Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

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The Pentagon spent a considerable number of THAAD and SM-3 rounds to defend against Iranian missiles in 2025 and has not fully replenished its reserves.

New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

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New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

3rd March 2026

As uncrewed technology continues to play an increasingly central role in modern military activities, New Zealand’s recent acquisitions point towards its the force’s focus on cost-effective capability.

Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

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Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

26th February 2026

Integration issues, bureaucracy and undefined policies and authorities could hamper the full implementation of the “shield” to defend the US territory against aerial threats.

US Air Force pushes Sentinel’s initial capability to early 2030s despite China’s nuclear progress

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US Air Force pushes Sentinel’s initial capability to early 2030s despite China’s nuclear progress

25th February 2026

While the US struggles to modernise the 50-year-old land leg of its nuclear triad, China has been rapidly developing and fielding new nuclear capabilities.

How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

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How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

24th February 2026

The procurement of the future USN Golden Fleet is planned to be less bureaucratic than previous strategies, involving AI-enabled designs and scheduling tools to increase productivity and avoid delays.

Further investments in OWE and launchers to boost British Army deep fires capability

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Further investments in OWE and launchers to boost British Army deep fires capability

23rd February 2026

Two contracts are expected to be signed by March 2026 that will help bolster the force’s capabilities, with further trials of the launcher expected across other departments.

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.

New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

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New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

11th February 2026

The European Commission is looking for startups and other innovators to address challenges across the land, air and sea domains.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

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10th February 2026

Shephard spoke with Rafael’s CEO about the company’s effector offerings as well as his perspective on one-way attack drones.

European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

6th February 2026

France, Germany and Italy lead the way on unawarded naval defence opportunities that could be awarded this year, but across Europe countries are ramping up their spending efforts to face geopolitical challenges.

Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

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Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

5th February 2026

Multiple countries have been deploying small arms as the last line of drone defence due to their multiple operational and tactical advantages.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

4th February 2026

The Singapore-based technology company unveiled its new rifle family at this week’s airshow. Chen Chuanren spoke with the ST Engineering’s head of small arms to find out more about how the weapons have been refined.

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