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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.

September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

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September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market

30th September 2026

With many next-generation capabilities still years from operational readiness, several of the month’s largest developments demonstrated that governments remain willing to invest heavily in aircraft with proven capabilities and established support networks.

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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

AARGM-ER is scheduled to achieve IOC on USN Super Hornets in September 2023 — and Northrop Grumman also continues to work on the surface-launched AReS variant.

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.

Egypt commissions final Type 209/1400mod submarine

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Egypt commissions final Type 209/1400mod submarine

4th August 2021

Ceremony in Alexandria marks completion of $1.6 billion submarine procurement programme.

HII announces 80% completion of John F. Kennedy carrier

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HII announces 80% completion of John F. Kennedy carrier

3rd August 2021

HII has passed a significant milestone in the construction of the John F. Kennedy carrier, one of four Gerald R Ford-class carriers ordered by the USN.

Crystal Group announces new ruggedised video appliances

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Crystal Group announces new ruggedised video appliances

3rd August 2021

Crystal Group introduces military- and IEC-compliant video encoder and IP KVM.

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