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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

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FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

23rd April 2026

The USAF’s Next-Generation Aerial Refuelling Programme is coming under scrutiny in the wake of the Pentagon’s FY2027 budget request, signalling a change in how the force could prioritise the modernisation of its tanker fleet.

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Pending takeover of Meggitt by Parker-Hannifin follows move for Ultra Electronics by US-owned Cobham.

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India's pursuit of C-UAS solutions is haphazard, and more needs to be done to coordinate efforts and systems.

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30th July 2021

The UK has joined the growing group of nations that are dedicating more resources to the space domain with the launch of its Space Command.

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30th July 2021

Northrop Grumman meets 'hugely important milestone' for USN MQ-4C Triton programme.

US waits a while longer to lay down the LAW

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US waits a while longer to lay down the LAW

30th July 2021

The USMC and USN are undecided on further armament options for the Light Amphibious Warship, as the programme remains at the concept design stage.

Breakthrough on Turkish sanctions remains far from reality

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Breakthrough on Turkish sanctions remains far from reality

30th July 2021

The US government is not for changing course on Turkish sanctions but Ankara continues to show it is more than capable of bypassing them.

Sonar 2150 passes sea acceptance trials

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Sonar 2150 passes sea acceptance trials

30th July 2021

Ultra’s 2150 hull-mounted sonar replaces the Sonar Type 2050, which has been in Royal Navy (RN) service since the 1990s.

Saab to modernise German F123 frigates

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Saab to modernise German F123 frigates

30th July 2021

The German Navy’s Brandenburg-class (F123) frigates will get new radars and fire control directors.

Babcock hopes for brighter FY2022

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Babcock hopes for brighter FY2022

30th July 2021

Sales and underlying profits fell for UK-based Babcock International in the 12 months ended 31 March, but it has already picked up new business in the first months of FY2022.

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30th July 2021

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