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  • Eurosatory 2026: BAE Systems’ new digital fires system to be ready for demonstration this year

    Eurosatory 2026: BAE Systems’ new digital fires system to be ready for demonstration this year

    BAE Systems is presenting its Next Generation Indirect Fire Control System at Eurosatory 2026. It is designed to connect large calibre guns with wider sensor and effector networks to provide targeting information more quickly.

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    Eurosatory 2026: What has become of the Main Ground Combat System?

    The Main Ground Combat System has had a troubled life. With repeated delays and competition on the horizon, the programme may be approaching the end of the road.

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US lawmakers prepare a historic investment in stockpile replenishment in FY2027

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US lawmakers prepare a historic investment in stockpile replenishment in FY2027

9th June 2026

The House Armed Services Committee recently released the Chairman’s NDAA FY2027 markup, which supports the Pentagon’s request for nearly $90 billion for long-range missiles, air defence interceptors, precision-guided munitions and industrial baseline items.

Lockheed Martin plans a major expansion in Canada following the HIMARS acquisition

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Lockheed Martin plans a major expansion in Canada following the HIMARS acquisition

9th June 2026

The HIMARS acquisition could deliver launchers within 18 months while driving new investments in Canadian manufacturing, technology and defence supply chains.

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Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

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Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

26th February 2026

Integration issues, bureaucracy and undefined policies and authorities could hamper the full implementation of the “shield” to defend the US territory against aerial threats.

US Air Force pushes Sentinel’s initial capability to early 2030s despite China’s nuclear progress

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US Air Force pushes Sentinel’s initial capability to early 2030s despite China’s nuclear progress

25th February 2026

While the US struggles to modernise the 50-year-old land leg of its nuclear triad, China has been rapidly developing and fielding new nuclear capabilities.

How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

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How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

24th February 2026

The procurement of the future USN Golden Fleet is planned to be less bureaucratic than previous strategies, involving AI-enabled designs and scheduling tools to increase productivity and avoid delays.

Further investments in OWE and launchers to boost British Army deep fires capability

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Further investments in OWE and launchers to boost British Army deep fires capability

23rd February 2026

Two contracts are expected to be signed by March 2026 that will help bolster the force’s capabilities, with further trials of the launcher expected across other departments.

Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

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Airbus Helicopters is deepening its European reach as NATO orders climb

16th February 2026

Airbus has delivered more than 2,000 helicopters to nations across Europe, and continues to solidify its position at the heart of the region’s defence industrial base.

New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

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New opportunities for defence firms as EU steps up support for Ukraine

11th February 2026

The European Commission is looking for startups and other innovators to address challenges across the land, air and sea domains.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Rafael highlights tailored effector solutions for different operational needs

10th February 2026

Shephard spoke with Rafael’s CEO about the company’s effector offerings as well as his perspective on one-way attack drones.

European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

6th February 2026

France, Germany and Italy lead the way on unawarded naval defence opportunities that could be awarded this year, but across Europe countries are ramping up their spending efforts to face geopolitical challenges.

Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

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Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

5th February 2026

Multiple countries have been deploying small arms as the last line of drone defence due to their multiple operational and tactical advantages.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering hints at export success for AME assault rifle family

4th February 2026

The Singapore-based technology company unveiled its new rifle family at this week’s airshow. Chen Chuanren spoke with the ST Engineering’s head of small arms to find out more about how the weapons have been refined.

Spain air focus: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

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Spain air focus: Demand builds with $19.7 billion up for grabs in unawarded contracts

29th January 2026

Despite Spain’s modest GDP spend on defence, the country still has a range of fixed-wing and UAV programme requirements as yet unawarded, with a potential US$3.10 billion set to be spent over the next decade.

British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

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British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

26th January 2026

Known as Project Nyx, the loyal wingman developed from this initiative will accompany the Apache 64-E and be used to complement tanks and artillery.

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