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As the new year starts, the UK defence spending delay continues

6th January 2026

The UK’s defence spending commitments remain uncertain as the government’s Defence Investment Plan, which had been due by the end of 2025, is yet to be published.

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.

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USAF confirms five B-21 Raider test aircraft

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USAF confirms five B-21 Raider test aircraft

24th September 2021

Secretary of the US Air Force has announced five B-21 test aircraft are currently under construction during his State of the Forces address on 20 September.

DSEI 2021: Spectra announces another SlingShot order

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23rd September 2021

Spectra Group announces order for the SlingShot satellite communication system.

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Vertex Aerospace obtains T-45 support contract

23rd September 2021

US Naval Air Systems Command is upgrading several T-45 aircraft.

Babcock cuts steel for first RN Type 31 frigate

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Babcock cuts steel for first RN Type 31 frigate

23rd September 2021

Cutting steel on the future HMS Venturer marks the official start of the Type 31 build programme.

Canadian Hornets to receive improved radar

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Canadian Hornets to receive improved radar

23rd September 2021

New AESA radar systems will equip RCAF CF-18As by March 2024.

Singapore tests AI-powered command system

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Singapore tests AI-powered command system

23rd September 2021

Singapore is developing and trying out ever more capable battlefield command systems.

Boeing plans its first overseas aircraft assembly plant

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Boeing plans its first overseas aircraft assembly plant

23rd September 2021

Should the RAAF proceed with its Loyal Wingman programme, the unmanned aircraft will be built in Australia.

US orders GPTNS hardware for naval systems

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US orders GPTNS hardware for naval systems

22nd September 2021

GPNTS is used to receive, process and distribute 3D position, velocity, acceleration, attitude, time and frequency in the formats required by shipboard user systems.

USAF reiterates interest in Wedgetail

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USAF reiterates interest in Wedgetail

22nd September 2021

US may decide to procure the same AEW&C platform as its AUKUS partners, as a stopgap solution to replace the ageing E-3 Sentry.

Upgrades provide AMRAAM with enhanced capability against advanced threats (Video)

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22nd September 2021

AMRAAM offers an onboard active radar and an all-weather capability, providing a wide employment envelope and operational flexibility for operators.

DSEI 2021: Lockheed Martin awaits verdicts on bids as it reiterates flight cost success for F-35

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DSEI 2021: Lockheed Martin awaits verdicts on bids as it reiterates flight cost success for F-35

22nd September 2021

US manufacturer Lockheed Martin claims to have slashed operating costs for its flagship F-35 platform, as it waits for a decision on two important fighter competitions.

USAF continues Hercules propeller upgrade

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USAF continues Hercules propeller upgrade

22nd September 2021

Collins Aerospace obtains another order to provide NP2000 propellers for C-130H aircraft.

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