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How Canada plans to use the River-class programme to revitalise its defence industry

17th June 2026

The Canadian DND estimates that the construction of destroyers will annually inject C$720 million (US$515 million) into the country’s GDP.

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Why is the US Air Force refuelling tanker fleet under scrutiny?

16th June 2026

In a recent report, the GAO warns that delays, availability issues and operational pressure could create gaps in the USAF refuelling inventory while the branch transitions to the KC-46 Pegasus.

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Italian defence budget funds future destroyer development

12th August 2021

In its 2021-2023 multi-year defence planning document, Italy has committed funding to develop its DDX future destroyer, along with various other naval programmes.

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Two companies compete for US Army cryptographic key orders

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Latest GMD upgrade focuses on multi-domain C2

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NZ to enhance electronic warfare capability

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NZ to enhance electronic warfare capability

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RN assesses options for next surface-to-surface weapon

11th August 2021

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Gerald R. Ford’s shock trials reach an explosive end

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Estonia ploughs on with coastal defence upgrade

10th August 2021

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HII awarded $273 million USN maintenance contract

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