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AUSA 2026: companies adapt munitions and missiles for greater effect at lower costs

22nd October 2026

Rather than developing entirely new weapons, defence companies are looking to build on existing weapons and systems to deliver greater capability, control costs and accelerate fielding.

AUSA 2026: industry looks to make commercial platforms a military reality

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AUSA 2026: industry looks to make commercial platforms a military reality

22nd October 2026

With a production rate of more than 10 million vehicles annually, the US commercial car and vehicle manufacturing base is second only to China. Defence companies are looking at how the vehicles, technology and manufacturing capability can support programmes.

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Japan mulls options for several armoured vehicle programmes

5th August 2022

Japan's military is seeking follow-on generations of 8x8 and 4x4 armoured vehicles, and overseas designs are strong contenders.

BAE Systems invests in next-gen 155mm ammunition

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Clavister awarded European Defence Fund research project for UGV technologies

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Rheinmetall Nioa Munitions starts production of artillery shells in Australia

3rd August 2022

The company announced on 3 August the production of the first artillery shell from its new regional Queensland plant.

British Boxer MIVs to get more powerful engines

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British Boxer MIVs to get more powerful engines

3rd August 2022

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