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UK urged to prioritise sea, air and space over heavy armour

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UK urged to prioritise sea, air and space over heavy armour

21st September 2026

A report from the Council on Geostrategy argues the UK should move away from a traditional balanced force and shift investment to naval, air and space capabilities, backed by a larger fleet of attack submarines and deeper AUKUS integration.

Germany air focus: Europe’s leading near-term air market targets domestic industry

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Germany air focus: Europe’s leading near-term air market targets domestic industry

16th September 2026

Between 2026 and 2032, almost a quarter of EU aircraft spending is expected to come from Germany. While crewed programmes seek modernisation and replacement, uncrewed opportunities look to introduce entirely new capabilities, with both highlighting sovereignty and domestic production.

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    How to breach a minefield: from traditional systems to modern techniques in action

  • China’s mineral processing dominance exposes naval supply chain vulnerabilities

    China’s mineral processing dominance exposes naval supply chain vulnerabilities

  • Tulpar firing trials expand Hitfact Mk II platform options

    Tulpar firing trials expand Hitfact Mk II platform options

  • How to breach a minefield: from traditional systems to modern techniques in action

    How to breach a minefield: from traditional systems to modern techniques in action

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How AI is reshaping defence procurement through sustainment

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How AI is reshaping defence procurement through sustainment

10th July 2026

Artificial intelligence is not just changing how defence equipment is maintained but how defence programmes are won, creating new opportunities for industry by influencing acquisition decisions and shaping competition.

Critical infrastructure protection fuels growth in maritime counter-drone market

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Critical infrastructure protection fuels growth in maritime counter-drone market

9th July 2026

Operational lessons are pushing navies towards counter-uncrewed aerial systems at sea, creating a fast-emerging industrial opportunity for radar and effector makers.

NATO signs agreements worth billions of dollars on missiles, air defence and aircraft

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NATO signs agreements worth billions of dollars on missiles, air defence and aircraft

9th July 2026

Announcements on aircraft deals and agreements for trans-alliance cooperation to boost the production and purchase of weapons and equipment were key takeaways from this week’s NATO summit.

Ukraine experience forces rethink of counter-UAS doctrine

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9th July 2026

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Nuclear costs crowd out key defence priorities in UK investment plan, say SDR authors

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Nuclear costs crowd out key defence priorities in UK investment plan, say SDR authors

8th July 2026

The UK government’s Defence Investment Plan has been criticised by the authors of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) 2025 which formed the basis of the plan. The SDR’s external reviewers told the country’s defence committee how the plan mis...

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

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

7th July 2026

The Royal Navy’s transition towards a hybrid fleet could prove to be less about building more hulls and more about delivering the autonomous technologies, AI and digital integration that will support future maritime operations.

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

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

6th July 2026

As affordable counter-drone solutions become a military priority, repurposing training aircraft could emerge as a credible option to prepare for emergency scenarios.

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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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.

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