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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came to an end with China encircling the country as part of an exercise.

How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

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How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

31st December 2025

Canada’s inclusion on the EU’s Security Action for Europe initiative is set to enhance the country’s defence procurement strategy with important implications for some of its naval programmes, while Poland and Romania have also secured significant SAFE funding.

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DSEI 2025: Raytheon UK CEO highlights RTX skills, innovation and UK footprint

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SOF Week 2025: Global threats and industry opportunities in focus (video)

At SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, Florida, Stu Bradin, President and CEO of the Global SOF Foundation (GSOF), underscored the increasing operational demands placed on special operations forces (SOF) as globa...

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  • Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

    Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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    Resilience, adaptiveness and collaboration vital for success in space (Studio)

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    Forging strong partnerships for warfighting communications in space (Studio)

  • Thales wins DE&S contract for portable autonomous command centres

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  • Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

    Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

  • How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

    How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

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DroneShield to double its US footprint to meet growing demand for counter-UxS capabilities

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DroneShield to double its US footprint to meet growing demand for counter-UxS capabilities

23rd September 2025

DroneShield disclosed to Shephard its plans to increase its workforce and manufacturing capacities while strengthening partnerships with US suppliers.

Singapore’s DSTA seeks wider partnerships to advance robotics and AI capabilities

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Singapore’s DSTA seeks wider partnerships to advance robotics and AI capabilities

19th September 2025

The technology organisation is expecting a significant rise in the number of staff working across robotics and digital solutions as it becomes more of a focal point.

Modular and attritable equipment must be a priority: US military

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Modular and attritable equipment must be a priority: US military

18th September 2025

Senior officers and representatives from the US Army, US Air Force and US Navy emphasised the need to expedite acquisition projects for systems and platforms that are more modular. They also highlighted that the loss of equipment is accept...

DSEI 2025: UK’s new Air Chief Marshal outlines nuclear, space and IAMD as three key priorities for RAF

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DSEI 2025: UK’s new Air Chief Marshal outlines nuclear, space and IAMD as three key priorities for RAF

16th September 2025

Aiming to field a more integrated, agile force, the military leader said in a keynote speech that focus on these core areas would be increased to help the RAF deter and meet challenges in the new threat landscape.

Australia’s A$12 billion Perth shipyard upgrade offers positive sign for AUKUS

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Australia’s A$12 billion Perth shipyard upgrade offers positive sign for AUKUS

16th September 2025

While the Australian government insists the investment is predominantly aimed at strengthening the country’s defence capabilities, the upgrade also bodes well for the AUKUS pact which Australia’s defence minister said “is going well”.

Amazon Project Kuiper offers network-centric approach to sovereignty of space systems (Studio)

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Amazon Project Kuiper offers network-centric approach to sovereignty of space systems (Studio)

12th September 2025

Shephard's Alix Valenti interviewed Project Kuiper's Don Brown at DSEI 2025, discussing the company's innovative approach to sovereignty of space communications systems, which focuses on being able to control the network rather than ownersh...

Amazon Project Kuiper emphasises user-friendly solutions for multi-domain connectivity (Studio)

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Amazon Project Kuiper emphasises user-friendly solutions for multi-domain connectivity (Studio)

12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, Shephard's Alix Valenti spoke to Project Kuiper's Rich Pang about the importance of enabling seamless communication between allied forces such as NATO members in challenging operational environments.

Finland secures possible $1.07 billion AMRAAM deal with US State Department

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Finland secures possible $1.07 billion AMRAAM deal with US State Department

12th September 2025

The Nordic country is set to bolster its defence capabilities after its foreign military sales request for AIM-120D-3 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAMs) was approved.

Amazon Project Kuiper teams up with GRC to offer governments unprecedented capabilities (Studio)

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Amazon Project Kuiper teams up with GRC to offer governments unprecedented capabilities (Studio)

12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, Amazon Project Kuiper's Don Brown and GRC's Steve Slater talked to Shephard's Alix Valenti about how their partnership can offer unique capabilities in defence SATCOM to government customers, with a focus on assurance, securit...

DSEI 2025: Raytheon UK CEO highlights RTX skills, innovation and UK footprint

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DSEI 2025: Raytheon UK CEO highlights RTX skills, innovation and UK footprint

12th September 2025

At DSEI 2025, James Gray, Managing Director and CEO of Raytheon UK (part of RTX), outlines the company’s century-long presence in the UK and its evolving role across defence, aerospace, cyber, and training domains.

The Future of Air Defense: IAI-ELTA's Cutting-Edge Multi-Sensor Radar Solutions

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The Future of Air Defense: IAI-ELTA's Cutting-Edge Multi-Sensor Radar Solutions

10th September 2025

In an era of rapidly evolving threats, where drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic salvos redefine the battlefield, IAI‑ELTA Group stands at the forefront with its revolutionary radar technology. At the heart of this technological leap lie...

US Navy prepares next step of the F-35 Block 4 upgrade while GAO predicts acquisition delays

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US Navy prepares next step of the F-35 Block 4 upgrade while GAO predicts acquisition delays

9th September 2025

The US Navy published a pre-solicitation notice of intent for the third phase of the F-35 Reprogramming Verification & Validation System. Meanwhile, with a five-year delay in its schedule, GAO foresees more postponements in the completion o...

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