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US military seeks common controllers for drones and robotic systems

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US military seeks common controllers for drones and robotic systems

16th October 2026

US Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Special Operations Command initiatives signal demand for interoperable uncrewed systems control, creating opportunities for suppliers of hardware, software and integration services.

Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

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New UK armed forces minister frames High North defence as vital to “homeland security”

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New UK armed forces minister frames High North defence as vital to “homeland security”

16th July 2026

The UK’s Minister for the Armed Forces Louise Sandher-Jones made her first appearance in the role before the House of Commons Defence Committee this week to highlight efforts to improve capability in the High North.

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 contrac...

UK’s latest defence robotics and autonomy competition looks to break new ground

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UK’s latest defence robotics and autonomy competition looks to break new ground

14th July 2026

The UK Ministry of Defence is backing early-stage, high-risk autonomy concepts that could redefine how military systems are developed and deployed.

Combined arms the Turkish way – showcasing new tech at an amphibious exercise

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Combined arms the Turkish way – showcasing new tech at an amphibious exercise

10th July 2026

New Turkish weapon systems and operational capabilities continue to evolve, as the recent EFES 2026 event clearly demonstrated.

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.

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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.

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