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Finland’s naval sector eyes growth opportunities in NATO era

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Finland’s naval sector eyes growth opportunities in NATO era

15th July 2026

Finland’s naval industrial base is expanding as NATO membership, Baltic Sea security concerns and proximity to Russia push shipbuilders and equipment makers to capture new roles.

Canada seeks to strengthen industrial ties with the US on classified programmes

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Canada seeks to strengthen industrial ties with the US on classified programmes

15th July 2026

Ottawa explores expanding defence-industrial cooperation with Washington into sensitive programmes, an approach that could reshape NORAD modernisation, strengthen North American supply chains and create new opportunities for defence contractors.

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The speed of relevance: how companies can navigate the new era of European defence procurement

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The speed of relevance: how companies can navigate the new era of European defence procurement

15th June 2026

European militaries face a rapidly evolving security landscape and defence production must accelerate to meet surging demand for platforms and equipment. Industry needs to adapt to ensure it gets its products into the hands of the end user,...

The FDI frigate: a growing success story with more opportunities to come

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The FDI frigate: a growing success story with more opportunities to come

15th June 2026

Designed as a multi-role frigate with both anti-submarine and air defence capabilities, Naval Group’s medium-sized FDI frigate increasingly stands out as a success story in an industry wrought with delays.

US weighs offshore warship production due to industrial limits

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US weighs offshore warship production due to industrial limits

12th June 2026

A Pentagon push to procure warships from Japanese and South Korean shipyards could reshape allied naval industrial strategy, but critics warn the approach risks hollowing out the domestic base Washington is seeking to restore.

Delays, departures and drama cloud UK defence programmes ahead of absent DIP

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Delays, departures and drama cloud UK defence programmes ahead of absent DIP

12th June 2026

The UK defence secretary’s departure suggests that the long-delayed Defence Investment Plan is unlikely to meet the funding demands of the armed forces, with consequences for procurement and the UK’s standing at a NATO summit weeks away.

FCAS future fighter jet collapse: where does Europe’s next-generation air power go next?

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FCAS future fighter jet collapse: where does Europe’s next-generation air power go next?

10th June 2026

While the New Generation Fighter pillar of the Franco-German-Spanish programme is now officially dead in the water, Germany’s ambition to develop a sixth-generation fighter jet remains – with the country serving as a financially attractive ...

Agile, sovereign, edge-ready: rewiring defence IT for a contested decade

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Agile, sovereign, edge-ready: rewiring defence IT for a contested decade

9th June 2026

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US lawmakers prepare a historic investment in stockpile replenishment in FY2027

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US lawmakers prepare a historic investment in stockpile replenishment in FY2027

9th June 2026

The House Armed Services Committee recently released the Chairman’s NDAA FY2027 markup, which supports the Pentagon’s request for nearly $90 billion for long-range missiles, air defence interceptors, precision-guided munitions and industria...

Lockheed Martin plans a major expansion in Canada following the HIMARS acquisition

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Lockheed Martin plans a major expansion in Canada following the HIMARS acquisition

9th June 2026

The HIMARS acquisition could deliver launchers within 18 months while driving new investments in Canadian manufacturing, technology and defence supply chains.

Sealift shortfalls set to drive opportunities across NATO navies

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Sealift shortfalls set to drive opportunities across NATO navies

5th June 2026

A new Council on Geostrategy primer warns that NATO cannot defend its own supply lines. As the alliance faces a sealift and logistics escort deficit, a wave of unawarded procurement is beginning to take shape.

Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

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Eurosatory 2026: Helicopters and CUAS set to dominate as Europe advances rearmament efforts

4th June 2026

The biennial show in Paris will focus heavily on autonomous technology, counter-drone solutions and helicopters, as countries ramp up defence budgets and focus on modernising defence capabilities.

Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

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Six critical capability gaps shaping the US Golden Dome implementation

4th June 2026

How emerging technologies and capability priorities will shape America’s next-generation missile defence system.

“The challenge is not demand, but delivery”: why rapid building of industrial capability is key to Europe’s future defence

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“The challenge is not demand, but delivery”: why rapid building of industrial capability is key to Europe’s future defence

3rd June 2026

In today’s complex security landscape, military requirements are rapidly evolving across all domains. As European defence spending rises, industry is under growing pressure to expand production capacity, strengthen supply chains and acceler...

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