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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

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FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

23rd April 2026

The USAF’s Next-Generation Aerial Refuelling Programme is coming under scrutiny in the wake of the Pentagon’s FY2027 budget request, signalling a change in how the force could prioritise the modernisation of its tanker fleet.

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The Finnish Ministry of Defence has announced that it will acquire Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI) Gabriel missile system. The system, which is is capable of long …

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Pakistan army says it has 'no direct role' in July 25 election

10th July 2018

Pakistan's military has 'no direct role' in nationwide elections due July 25, the army spokesman said Tuesday, after widespread allegations it is pressuring media and …

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10th July 2018

Under recent sources sought announcements released on 29 June, representatives for the Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment outlined a number of specific training scenarios seen as …

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BMT acquires Effectiva

10th July 2018

BMT has acquired Effectiva, a submarine design, engineering and assurance firm, the company announced on 4 July. Effectiva is based in Australia, South Africa and …

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JFD’s submarine rescue system licenced

10th July 2018

A new submarine rescue system developed by JFD has received operational licence from the Royal Australian Navy and the Australian government, JFD announced on 3 …

Pakistan buys corvette quartet from Turkey

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Pakistan buys corvette quartet from Turkey

10th July 2018

The Pakistan Navy (PN) ordered four 2,300t Ada-class corvettes from Turkish company STM on 5 July. This purchase, rumoured to be worth some $1 billion, …

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Lockheed Martin prepares for Precision Strike Missile take off

9th July 2018

Lockheed Martin is revving up to begin flight testing its solution for the US Army's new Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) weapon.  Under 36-month risk reduction …

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ESSM Block 2 completes flight test

9th July 2018

NATO’s Seasparrow Project Office has conducted a successful flight test of the Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2, intercepting a BQM-74E aerial target, NAVSEA …

Farnborough 2018: Those UK jets were as fast as lightning (video)

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Farnborough 2018: Those UK jets were as fast as lightning (video)

9th July 2018

With the first first four F-35B Lightning II jets arriving at RAF Marham on 6 June, Shephard takes a closer look at the UK's latest addition to its fleet.

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Farnborough 2018: Is the UK a global or lone defence player? (video)

9th July 2018

As the UK prepares for withdrawal from the European Union, questions remain over whether the nation will adopt a protectionist autonomous role or whether it …

Farnborough 2018: Engines running on new Czech jet trainers

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Farnborough 2018: Engines running on new Czech jet trainers

9th July 2018

Work on the three brand new Aero L159T2 advanced jet trainers for the Czech Air Force is now well underway and the first jet was …

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Farnborough 2018: Raytheon focuses in on cyber

9th July 2018

Cyber will be a major focus for Raytheon at the Farnborough International Airshow, with the company set to provide overviews of its cyber hardening systems …

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