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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 combat aircraft integration.

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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 competing and more important resource demands.

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SOFIC 2019: L3 unveils new goggle design

24th May 2019

L3 Integrated Land Systems has received permission from a undisclosed customer to unveil its next-generation panoramic night vision goggle at this week’s Special Operations Forces …

Podcast: Riding in the Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle, and the US Navy’s response to the cyber threat

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Podcast: Riding in the Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle, and the US Navy’s response to the cyber threat

24th May 2019

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Belgium Naval and Robotics receives minehunter contract

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Belgium Naval and Robotics receives minehunter contract

24th May 2019

The Belgium Naval and Robotics consortium has received a contract to supply 12 mine-hunting vessels to the Belgian and Dutch navies, ECA Group announced on …

NATO urges closer industry ties in cyber warfare fight

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NATO urges closer industry ties in cyber warfare fight

23rd May 2019

NATO is urging for closer engagement between militaries and industry in a bid to combat the increasing number and sophistication of cyber attacks from both …

China rebukes US over warship sail-by in Taiwan Strait

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China rebukes US over warship sail-by in Taiwan Strait

23rd May 2019

China said on 23 May that it had lodged a protest with Washington after two US warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait amid rising tensions …

SOFIC 2019: USSOCOM identifies acquisition technology focus

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SOFIC 2019: USSOCOM identifies acquisition technology focus

22nd May 2019

SOF representatives have pointed to a number of specific technology focus areas, including next generation ISR and loitering strike capabilities, during an introduction to Special Operations …

India claims new first for world's fastest cruise missile

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India claims new first for world's fastest cruise missile

22nd May 2019

If you are looking for exclusive defence and aerospace news why not try our Premium News service for free? Click HereIndia said the world's fastest cruise …

SOFIC 2019: NSW receives first new combat submersible

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SOFIC 2019: NSW receives first new combat submersible

22nd May 2019

US Naval Special Warfare (NSW) elements in Hawaii have received the first Mk11 Shallow Water Combat Submersible (SWCS). Manufactured by Teledyne Brown Engineering, the SWCS …

Sweden seeks defence growth if budget demands met

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Sweden seeks defence growth if budget demands met

22nd May 2019

With increased military activity in the Baltic Sea and Russia’s aggression in the air and on the ground, it is hardly surprising Sweden is looking …

Russian bombers and fighters intercepted off Alaska

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Russian bombers and fighters intercepted off Alaska

22nd May 2019

US fighters intercepted six Russian military aircraft in international airspace west of Alaska, and shadowed them until they exited the area, the North American Air …

South Korea reboots naval helicopter tender

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South Korea reboots naval helicopter tender

22nd May 2019

The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) in South Korea reissued an RfP on 2 May in its pursuit of obtaining 12 additional naval helicopters for …

Korea requests SM-2 Block IIIB standard missiles

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Korea requests SM-2 Block IIIB standard missiles

22nd May 2019

The US State Department has made a determination approving a potential foreign military sale of SM-2 Block IIIB standard missiles to the Republic of Korea, …

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