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Laser weapon solutions are emerging as Europe confronts air defence cost imbalance

1st May 2026

Europe’s air defence debate is increasingly shaped by the blunt economics of the field. While high-value interceptor missiles can effectively shoot down cheap drones, doing so at scale presents cost challenges.

Is the RCH 155 self-propelled wheeled howitzer for the British Army finally on the way?

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Is the RCH 155 self-propelled wheeled howitzer for the British Army finally on the way?

30th April 2026

The Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm self-propelled gun is making strong progress, with contracts being placed and production capacity being boosted for the base Boxer vehicle.

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DSEI 2021: Bridging module embodies rapid deployability

24th September 2021

A bridge mounted on a Boxer vehicle was one of the most prominent equipment displays at DSEI this year.

Kongsberg works with USN to sharpen autonomous target recognition

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Kongsberg works with USN to sharpen autonomous target recognition

24th September 2021

Kongsberg and the USN will demonstrate a weapon system with autonomous target identification, recognition and engagement.

DSEI 2021: Spectra announces another SlingShot order

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DSEI 2021: Spectra announces another SlingShot order

23rd September 2021

Spectra Group announces order for the SlingShot satellite communication system.

DSEI 2021: Jankel adds new member to Fox tactical vehicle family

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DSEI 2021: Jankel adds new member to Fox tactical vehicle family

23rd September 2021

Fox TUV is designed to meet an acute need for light utility vehicles in the decades ahead.

DSEI 2021: Korean know-how brings the Thunder for MFP

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DSEI 2021: Korean know-how brings the Thunder for MFP

23rd September 2021

Hanwha Defense establishes a UK industrial partnership for the K9 self-propelled howitzer, as the South Korean company looks to the future of artillery systems with autonomous technologies.

DSEI 2021: Wheeled self-propelled artillery comes to the fore

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DSEI 2021: Wheeled self-propelled artillery comes to the fore

23rd September 2021

The DSEI exhibition in London on 14-17 September showcased the latest developments in self-propelled artillery as manufacturers touted for business with the British Army.

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23rd September 2021

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Raytheon unveils compact AESA radar

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Raytheon unveils compact AESA radar

22nd September 2021

Raytheon releases highly capable lightweight AESA radar designed for platforms in air, on sea and land.

Saab announces new Carl-Gustaf M4 order

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22nd September 2021

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PAR Government to launch upgraded geospatial analysis tool

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PAR Government to launch upgraded geospatial analysis tool

21st September 2021

GV-X is aimed at end-users — such as US defence and intelligence agencies — who need full-motion video analysis from UAVs.

Boeing joins Minuteman III sustainment effort

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21st September 2021

USAF selects Boeing to repair missile guidance sets on ICBMs.

Germany orders armoured NBC vehicle upgrade

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Germany orders armoured NBC vehicle upgrade

21st September 2021

Five Fuchs A6A1 armoured NBC reconnaissance vehicles are to be upgraded by Rheinmetall – with the potential for more to follow.

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