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23rd December 2025

This year’s (geo)political turmoil has challenged many long-prevailing assumptions, leading to far-reaching consequences for air forces and their supplier bases in industry worldwide – with five key trends in review for 2025.

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Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

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With a rising defence budget and equipment list, Poland’s air market is set to grow as the country continues to modernise its transport and helicopter fleets while seeking out uncrewed aerial vehicles and loitering munitions.

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5th August 2021

The UK is beefing up its Greek frigate proposal with a pair of Type 23s.

USN awards LCS sustainment contracts

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USN awards LCS sustainment contracts

5th August 2021

Three companies gain IDIQ deals for Independence-class LCS sustainment with a total maximum value of almost $345 million.

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5th August 2021

​Lockheed Martin is to assist the much-needed US ICBM fuze modernisation programme, as the existing Mk21 fuze is already three times past its design life.

Japan poised to gain from double FMS

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Japan poised to gain from double FMS

5th August 2021

The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force is on track to receive more Rolling Airframe Missiles plus contractor support for the Aegis missile defence system.

RN decommissions minehunters ahead of transfer to Ukraine

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RN decommissions minehunters ahead of transfer to Ukraine

5th August 2021

The UK RN has paid off two Sandown-class minehunters, paving the way for their transfer to Ukrainian service.

BAE-Intel agreement aims to accelerate application of semiconductor technology

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BAE-Intel agreement aims to accelerate application of semiconductor technology

5th August 2021

BAE Systems wants to close the development lag in customising COTS advanced electronics for defence programmes.

First F135 engine depot outside of US is approved

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First F135 engine depot outside of US is approved

4th August 2021

Netherlands F135 engine maintenance facility has been approved for initial depot capability.

AARGM-ER developer has next milestone in its sights

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AARGM-ER developer has next milestone in its sights

4th August 2021

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US approves Hellenic F-16 fleet upgrades

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US approves Hellenic F-16 fleet upgrades

4th August 2021

An FMS has been approved by the US State Department for F-16 support and equipment to be delivered to Greece.

SPX snaps up UK-based datalink and RF countermeasures specialist

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SPX snaps up UK-based datalink and RF countermeasures specialist

4th August 2021

Hardware and software integration between both companies could optimise SIGINT to deliver a clearer battlefield picture and facilitate threat interdiction.

Triton embarks on test programme following first IFC-4 flight

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Triton embarks on test programme following first IFC-4 flight

4th August 2021

USN hopes a comprehensive test programme for MQ-4C in its latest configuration will pave the way for IOC in 2023.

India requests Harpoon equipment

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India requests Harpoon equipment

4th August 2021

Harpoon Joint Common Test Set would join ten AGM-84L Harpoon Block IIs previously requested by India under the FMS programme.

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