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US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

8th January 2026

Th mission systems upgrade of the X-62 VISTA variant of the F-16 will allow the air force to evaluate the jet in more demanding environments.

Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

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Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

6th January 2026

Confirming its C295 order in late December, the Spanish Ministry of Defence also awarded Airbus with its Hurjet procurement contract and both Airbus and Indra with a contract to investigate a proposed Signals Intelligence aircraft solution by 2028.

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The Russian Ministry of Defence is building 16 new multifunctional medical centres across 15 regions, according to a 30 March statement. More than 4,500 people …

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USN issues upgrade contract for Tactical Tomahawk Block IV missiles

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The USN has awarded Raytheon a $493.44 million contract for modernisation and recertification of the Tactical Tomahawk (TACTOM) Block IV all-up round missile. A new …

Airbus to temporarily suspend non-essential activity

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Airbus to temporarily suspend non-essential activity

30th March 2020

Airbus has suspended most activities across its Commercial, Defence & Aerospace and Helicopters divisions in Spain until 9 April. Security, IT and engineering support will …

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RN’s new River-class sets sail for new home

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Australia’s final Hobart-class destroyer arrives in Sydney

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Australia’s final Hobart-class destroyer arrives in Sydney

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South Korea moves ahead with new frigates

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South Korea moves ahead with new frigates

27th March 2020

The Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) continues to modernise, with a design and production contract being awarded to Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for the Ulsan-class …

Sweden seeks to support security in Mali

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Sweden seeks to support security in Mali

27th March 2020

Sweden’s Defence Minister Peter Hultqvist has expressed interest in sending Swedish Armed Forces Special Forces to assist with operations in the Sahel region of West …

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Lockheed Martin is investing millions of dollars to support small and medium-sized enterprises within their supply chain as well as NGOs working to stem the …

Brazilian Army improves air defence of the Amazon area

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Brazilian Army improves air defence of the Amazon area

27th March 2020

The Brazilian Army is increasing efforts to protect the Amazon area with the procurement of man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS) for the 12th Jungle Anti-Aircraft Artillery …

Rolls-Royce reports business as usual for defence

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Rolls-Royce reports business as usual for defence

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Rolls-Royce’s defence division has been designated as a key supplier for the UK military, and hence it will not be forced to close due to …

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