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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

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Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

2nd October 2026

With no formal competition under way, industrial partnerships, production capacity and air defence capability could all shape the programme as Denmark considers how to replace its three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.

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Leonardo reports a rise above pre-pandemic levels

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Leonardo reports a rise above pre-pandemic levels

5th November 2021

Despite the pandemic limiting growth, particularly in regard to Aerostructures, Leonardo reports a rise above pre-pandemic levels.

Rheinmetall reports significant growth over Q3

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Rheinmetall reports significant growth over Q3

5th November 2021

Rheinmetall reports a significant increase in earnings and margin over fiscal 2021, but predict semiconductor shortages may impact sales.

USN orders post-delivery work on USS Vermont

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USN orders post-delivery work on USS Vermont

5th November 2021

Post-delivery work on USS Vermont to be completed by May 2022.

SEA takes full control of JSK Naval Support

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SEA takes full control of JSK Naval Support

5th November 2021

Cohort Group company SEA has completed the acquisition of the remaining 50% of Canada-based JSK Naval Support for an undisclosed sum. SEA and Kaycom established …

Expal and Rafaut team up for airborne systems

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Expal and Rafaut team up for airborne systems

5th November 2021

French and Spanish companies sign teaming agreement during FEINDEF.

Poland thinks big as it looks nervously east

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Poland thinks big as it looks nervously east

5th November 2021

Proposed legislation would see Poland more than double the size of its army, as the country seeks to enhance its deterrence capabilities in relatively short time.

Israelis fine-tune King Stallion requirements

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Israelis fine-tune King Stallion requirements

5th November 2021

Israel has FMS approval to buy new CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters — but certain important details still need to be defined.

UK exports, Harpoon dilemma and JADC2 (podcast)

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UK exports, Harpoon dilemma and JADC2 (podcast)

5th November 2021

Welcome to Episode 44 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.

US signals AMRAAM sale to Saudi Arabia

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US signals AMRAAM sale to Saudi Arabia

5th November 2021

Potential FMS of AIM-120 AMRAAM would enhance the Saudi arsenal to meet the threat of cross-border missile attacks from Iran-backed rebels in Yemen.

USN orders support for ram-air parachutes

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USN orders support for ram-air parachutes

5th November 2021

SSK Industries to provide critical safety items for ram-air parachutes used by SOF.

Pentagon report highlights China’s ambition to ‘fight and win wars’

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Pentagon report highlights China’s ambition to ‘fight and win wars’

5th November 2021

Strategic competition continue to heat up between China and the US, as the former prioritises developing a modern military with burgeoning nuclear warheads.

Australia extends terrestrial communications support

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Australia extends terrestrial communications support

5th November 2021

Australia's leading telecom company has received a contract extension to provide communications support to the country's military.

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