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    Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction

    Uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems were a major feature of this edition of Eurosatory 2026 along with programme updates and first sight of new main battle tanks.

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    Eurosatory 2026: Iran’s attacks on UAE have “accelerated” Edge’s plans, says company

    The UAE’s Edge has undergone massive changes since it was formed in 2019, from acquisitions to partnerships, and has now set up a European division in Paris.

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Australia’s new defence industry strategy targets development, procurement and exports

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Australia’s new defence industry strategy targets development, procurement and exports

3rd July 2026

Australian is investing in weapons and missile manufacture and shipbuilding as part of a long-term plan that involves restructuring procurement and export systems under its 2026 Defence Industry Development Strategy.

Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

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    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

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    UK DIP: Royal Navy bets on defence technology over bigger fleets

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    Could CUAS demand open a new market for armed trainer aircraft?

  • Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

    Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

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“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...

AUKUS advance on UUVs contrasts with Virginia-class compromise

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AUKUS advance on UUVs contrasts with Virginia-class compromise

3rd June 2026

The AUKUS partnership is accelerating uncrewed undersea capability while its submarine arm inches forward, and Australia’s decision to settle for three in-service Virginia-class boats raises questions about industrial risk, dependency and w...

Peru partnership may serve as a template for South Korean naval exports into South America

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Peru partnership may serve as a template for South Korean naval exports into South America

1st June 2026

With a growing pipeline of naval modernisation programmes in South America, South Korean companies could be set to expand their presence in the region as recent contract wins highlight growing collaboration.

AUKUS plan B? Japan’s submarines stopgap gains traction

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AUKUS plan B? Japan’s submarines stopgap gains traction

1st June 2026

Australia’s Collins-class life of type extension has revived debate over whether Canberra needs a contingency plan as risks to every stage of the AUKUS pathway mount. With Japan newly open to exports, the case for a diesel-electric stopgap ...

How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

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How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

29th May 2026

USSOCOM is expanding the use of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and human-machine teaming to improve decision-making, survivability and operational reach in contested environments.

Air forces review: Combat aircraft missile milestones hit as tanker and transport orders climb

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Air forces review: Combat aircraft missile milestones hit as tanker and transport orders climb

28th May 2026

As countries look to improve their combat aircraft capabilities, May has highlighted strong demand from European countries for aerial refuelling platforms as industry pushes forward next-generation missile test updates for eventual UK comba...

Will amphibious aircraft developers’ ambitions for maritime defence missions hold water?

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Will amphibious aircraft developers’ ambitions for maritime defence missions hold water?

28th May 2026

Despite efforts to develop amphibious craft for future maritime operations, there is ongoing speculation on how operationally useful or core they will be, as countries globally – even with spending boosts – find their budgets constrained by...

Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

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Tokyo’s naval export drive gains strategic depth in Southeast Asia

27th May 2026

Indonesia’s consideration of Mogami-class frigates points to a widening export opportunity for Tokyo across Southeast Asia and raises the prospect of the Mogami becoming the region’s default mid-tier surface combatant.

DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

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DARPA, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman join forces to improve missile production

27th May 2026

Working together with DARPA in the Burn n’ Go programme, Northrop Grumman and Raytheon are supporting the development of a common, single-use solid rocket motor design to equip diverse weapon systems.

Subsea surveillance: why connecting military and civilian assets could be crucial

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Subsea surveillance: why connecting military and civilian assets could be crucial

25th May 2026

As costs rise and threats multiply, maritime awareness is shifting from platforms to networks, and civilian infrastructure plays a central role.

Partnerships will be critical for future projects at Latin American shipyards

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Partnerships will be critical for future projects at Latin American shipyards

21st May 2026

Multiple Latin American navies are modernising their fleets by prioritising domestically manufactured surface vessels and even submarines via international partnerships.

The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

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The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

20th May 2026

As countries increasingly move away from Chinese drone manufacturing and focus on domestic production and collaboration, Europe and the US are well-placed to step in – although cost remains a crucial consideration.

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