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German Navy’s Israeli missile test points to deepening defence-industrial ties

3rd September 2026

The test-firing of an Israel Aerospace Industries LORA ballistic missile from a German vessel highlights the Bundeswehr’s focus on speed to capability as it trials Israel’s operationally proven technology.

US military tests AI-powered CUAS turret against drone swarms

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US military tests AI-powered CUAS turret against drone swarms

3rd September 2026

As the US continues to invest heavily in counter-drone systems, demand for low-cost, mobile and autonomous technologies is on the rise, with Edda designed to align with these emerging requirements.

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    Singapore’s interest in GCAP reflects its long-term approach to air power

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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

Australia 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.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for the country’s naval forces?

30th June 2026

Investment in nuclear submarines, autonomous systems and stronger defensive capabilities for existing vessels show a clear strategic shift in Royal Navy priorities.

UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

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UK Defence Investment Plan: What does it mean for UK air power?

30th June 2026

The DIP sees £8.6 billion earmarked for the Global Combat Air Programme, with heavy emphasis on uncrewed systems procurement and a national CCA programme, despite pushed forward helicopter retirements and questions over what shape future IS...

US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

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US Air Force seeks additional suppliers of bunker bomb warheads

30th June 2026

The USAF plans to award up to four contracts to expand production of large penetrator warhead case assemblies supporting the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator and future GBU-76 Next-Generation Penetrator.

UK Royal Navy shifts focus from warships to system-led warfare

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UK Royal Navy shifts focus from warships to system-led warfare

29th June 2026

With a revised Defence Investment Plan on the way ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit on 7-8 July, the UK government has begun to reveal more details of how its future naval fleet could look.

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

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

25th June 2026

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.

Germany sinks F126 frigate programme in favour of cheaper MEKO A-200

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Germany sinks F126 frigate programme in favour of cheaper MEKO A-200

25th June 2026

On 24 June 2026, the German Ministry of Defence announced it was cancelling the F126 frigate programme in favour of procuring eight MEKO A-200 DEU frigates.

US, Canada advance with over-the-horizon radar programmes to close NORAD surveillance gaps

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US, Canada advance with over-the-horizon radar programmes to close NORAD surveillance gaps

25th June 2026

Washington and Ottawa’s Arctic and homeland radar initiatives aim to strengthen early warning against cruise missiles, hypersonic weapons and long-range aerospace threats approaching North America.

US Navy expands non-standard acquisitions to rapidly field emerging technologies

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US Navy expands non-standard acquisitions to rapidly field emerging technologies

23rd June 2026

The US Navy is increasing the use of OTA obligations to accelerate the procurement of seabed-subsea, littoral, expeditionary and uncrewed solutions.

Can Portugal solve NATO’s uncrewed systems development challenge?

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Can Portugal solve NATO’s uncrewed systems development challenge?

23rd June 2026

NATO has spent more than a decade building one of the world’s most sophisticated maritime uncrewed experimentation ecosystems, but still lacks a way to translate this testing into alliance-wide operational capability. Portugal now believes ...

Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

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Only 25% of the US Pentagon’s F-35 fleet has been fully mission capable, GAO says

18th June 2026

The fighter jet remains a combat necessity, but sustainment challenges continue to limit its readiness. In the meantime, the US Air Force seeks billions in funding to improve the F-35's availability.

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