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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

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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.

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    “Start planning much earlier”: delivering defence support in an era of disruption

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Parker-Hannifin set to acquire Meggitt

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Parker-Hannifin set to acquire Meggitt

2nd August 2021

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

India chases C-UAS clarity after recent attack

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India chases C-UAS clarity after recent attack

30th July 2021

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

Leonardo delivers first upgraded Lynx Mk95A to Portugal

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Leonardo delivers first upgraded Lynx Mk95A to Portugal

30th July 2021

Leonardo completes the delivery of the first upgraded Lynx Mk95A to Montijo, Portugal

UK joins the space race

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UK joins the space race

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.

MQ-4C Triton makes maiden IFC-4 test flight

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MQ-4C Triton makes maiden IFC-4 test flight

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.

UK/European defence industrial policies, plus integrated test and evaluation (podcast)

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UK/European defence industrial policies, plus integrated test and evaluation (podcast)

30th July 2021

Welcome to Episode 30 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.

Leonardo hails H1 results and eyes continued benefits from FCAS

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Leonardo hails H1 results and eyes continued benefits from FCAS

30th July 2021

Italian defence contractor Leonardo claimed a good first half of 2021, with military sales counteracting a decline in its civil aerostructures business hit by COVID-19.

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