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US Marine Corps unveils first standardised drone platform for training and general use

23rd July 2026

The USMC is moving to make the Neros Archer FPV its primary drone while it rapidly expands attack-drone capabilities across the Fleet Marine Force.

Fuselage of the first US Army MV-75 Cheyenne tiltrotor “is nearing completion”

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Fuselage of the first US Army MV-75 Cheyenne tiltrotor “is nearing completion”

18th June 2026

Bell is advancing construction of the US Army’s next-generation MV-75 Cheyenne tiltrotor as FLRAA programme approaches testing, production and future battlefield deployment.

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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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Clearspeed provides advanced voice analytics for risk assessment (video)

Clearspeed's innovative voice analytics technology is transforming risk assessment and insider threat detection for global security forces, including NATO Special Operations.

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    The science of soldier safety: How Team Wendy Is reinventing the modern military helmet

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    FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

  • US Marine Corps unveils first standardised drone platform for training and general use

    US Marine Corps unveils first standardised drone platform for training and general use

  • Polaris expands Arctic mobility offering as US military orders grow

    Polaris expands Arctic mobility offering as US military orders grow

  • FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

    FNSS looks to put uncrewed vehicles at the front of amphibious assaults

  • The science of soldier safety: How Team Wendy Is reinventing the modern military helmet

    The science of soldier safety: How Team Wendy Is reinventing the modern military helmet

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    Singapore declassifies SEAL Carrier swimmer delivery vehicle for special forces use

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The science of soldier safety: How Team Wendy Is reinventing the modern military helmet

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The science of soldier safety: How Team Wendy Is reinventing the modern military helmet

8th June 2026

When soldiers head into the field, the helmet on their head can mean the difference between life and death. But while helmets may look simple from the outside, the technology inside them is anything but. Few companies illustrate this better...

How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

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How US Special Operations Forces are using AI to transform modern warfare

29th May 2026

USSOCOM is expanding the use of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and human-machine teaming to improve decision-making, survivability and operational reach in contested environments.

US Marine Corps to expand on-the-move power capabilities with MRZR Alpha 5kW

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US Marine Corps to expand on-the-move power capabilities with MRZR Alpha 5kW

28th May 2026

The MRZR Alpha 5kW has been designed to charge multiple battlefield systems, including active defence systems, sensor arrays, onboard electronics, UAS and CUAS equipment, and other C5ISR capabilities. The platform can also power external lo...

SOF Week 2026: How SOF Teams Are Powering Radios, Drones and Battlefield Networks (video)

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SOF Week 2026: How SOF Teams Are Powering Radios, Drones and Battlefield Networks (video)

21st May 2026

At SOF Week 2026, Sean O’Neill, Senior Business Development Manager with Iris Technology, discusses the growing importance of tactical power management systems for modern military operations.

SOF Week 2026: The Gear Keeping Warfighters Ready in Extreme Climates (Video)

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SOF Week 2026: The Gear Keeping Warfighters Ready in Extreme Climates (Video)

21st May 2026

At SOF Week 2026, Pro-Shot Defense discusses the maintenance technologies and weapon support tools designed to keep special operations forces mission ready in the world’s harshest environments.

SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II

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SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II

20th May 2026

AFSOC has revealed a new Block II variant of the OA-1K Skyraider II featuring rapid deployment and reassembly capabilities designed to support expeditionary special operations missions.

SOF Week 2026: US NSW explores 3D-printed USVs for forward-deployed operations

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SOF Week 2026: US NSW explores 3D-printed USVs for forward-deployed operations

19th May 2026

US Naval Special Warfare Command is assessing the feasibility of rapidly producing expendable mid-sized USVs in theatre to support SOF and maritime security missions.

SOF Week 2026: Galvion unveils Cortex Evo integrated combat helmet

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SOF Week 2026: Galvion unveils Cortex Evo integrated combat helmet

19th May 2026

Galvion has introduced its Cortex Evo integrated head system, combining ballistic protection, power, data and processing capabilities within a single combat helmet architecture.

SOF Week 2026: MARSOC selects upgraded Shark Marine dive navigation system

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SOF Week 2026: MARSOC selects upgraded Shark Marine dive navigation system

18th May 2026

MARSOC is procuring the Shark Marine Dive Tablet 2 to address a longstanding combat diver navigation capability gap, improving underwater positioning, situational awareness and integration with existing diver propulsion vehicles.

SOF Week 2026: NSW expands commercial UxS push to maritime platforms as USASOC advances FPV drone effort

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SOF Week 2026: NSW expands commercial UxS push to maritime platforms as USASOC advances FPV drone effort

17th May 2026

The US Army Special Operations Command and Naval Special Warfare are accelerating efforts to integrate commercial uncrewed systems, with NSW broadening its solicitation to include USVs and UUVs alongside new requirements for ISR, kinetic op...

US Army pursues 600 ISV-Hs to boost mobility and sustainment for manoeuvre brigades

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US Army pursues 600 ISV-Hs to boost mobility and sustainment for manoeuvre brigades

20th April 2026

The ISV-H is likely to feature commercial solutions and advanced technologies while providing mobility, transportability and onboard and exportable power to support tactical operations.

US Air Force seeks capabilities to improve C3 for aircraft fleet and warfighters

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US Air Force seeks capabilities to improve C3 for aircraft fleet and warfighters

17th March 2026

The USAF published RFIs for enhancing its C3 capabilities after losing, in Operation Epic Fury, four aircraft in non-confrontational, unclear situations that could have been related to command, control and communication failures.

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