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Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

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Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

11th August 2026

The next stage of the Integrated Modular Unmanned Ground System (iMUGS) programme, dubbed iMUGS2, was launched in November 2025. Three major demonstrations are planned before the end of 2028.

RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

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RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

10th August 2026

RTX told Shephard that the Hadalus UUV has been procured by the US Marine Corps and the Office of Naval Research for operational experimentation as the company prepares additional demonstrations with the US Navy, NATO and AUKUS partners.

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    Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

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    RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

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    Asia-Pacific emerges as the largest export market for US-made USVs

  • Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

    Trans-European iMUGS2 uncrewed systems programme set for three-day exercise in 2028

  • RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

    RTX confirms US Marine Corps and US Navy acquire Hadalus UUV

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5th August 2026

Roman Köhne, CEO of Rheinmetall's Weapon and Ammunition Division, discusses the company's announcements at Eurosatory 2026, including developments in defence technology, precision systems, industrial partnerships and future capability progr...

A400M trial demonstrates airborne deployment of uncrewed surface vessel

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A400M trial demonstrates airborne deployment of uncrewed surface vessel

31st July 2026

Kraken Technology Group’s A400M airdrop of a K3 Scout uncrewed surface vessel points to a new way for navies to insert USVs into contested waters, bypassing ports and motherships.

July drone digest: Sovereign production takes centre stage at Farnborough

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July drone digest: Sovereign production takes centre stage at Farnborough

30th July 2026

Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2026 revealed the growing scale of the UK’s uncrewed ambitions, with companies showcasing new CCA, autonomous wingmen and surveillance drones, while sovereign production emerged as a key factor for mu...

British Army’s Project Corvus selection highlights new era of drone sovereignty

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British Army’s Project Corvus selection highlights new era of drone sovereignty

28th July 2026

The UK’s choice of the Tekever AR5 for Project Corvus reflects a wider shift in military drone procurement towards solutions that centre on sovereignty and domestic production, moving away from overseas reliance.

How the Belgium-Netherlands MCM programme is reshaping naval mine warfare

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How the Belgium-Netherlands MCM programme is reshaping naval mine warfare

27th July 2026

As the Belgian-Dutch replacement mine countermeasure programme progresses, it is becoming clear that motherships will be integral to future MCM operations. Seven years on from the programme’s inception, the impact of its forward-looking app...

US Marine Corps aims to make drones as commonplace as rifles on the battlefield

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US Marine Corps aims to make drones as commonplace as rifles on the battlefield

24th July 2026

The USMC is transforming drones into standard equipment through major funding increases, standardised training, new doctrine and rapid battlefield adaptation, with nearly $820 million requested for UAS programmes in FY2027.

FIA 2026: Malloy eyes NATO expansion and Australia for T-150 as it scales up technology

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FIA 2026: Malloy eyes NATO expansion and Australia for T-150 as it scales up technology

23rd July 2026

BAE Systems’ Malloy Aeronautics is seeking to expand the international customer base for its T-150 heavy-lift UAV, with NATO users beginning to adopt the platform and Australia identified as a key prospective market.

FIA 2026: Tekever targets British Army’s Project Nyx with hydraulic-powered AR6 drone

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FIA 2026: Tekever targets British Army’s Project Nyx with hydraulic-powered AR6 drone

23rd July 2026

As Tekever positions its newly revealed UK-sovereign, autonomous heavy-lift drone family for the British Army's Project Nyx, the company is also eyeing an international future for the capability.

FIA 2026: Boeing pitches Ghost Bat as mature answer to growing CCA demand

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FIA 2026: Boeing pitches Ghost Bat as mature answer to growing CCA demand

23rd July 2026

Boeing said demand for collaborative combat aircraft could outstrip what any single supplier can provide, as BAE Systems and Anduril unveiled new platforms at Farnborough International Airshow 2026.

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

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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.

FIA 2026: KAI showcases vision for crewed and uncrewed hybrid fighter formation

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FIA 2026: KAI showcases vision for crewed and uncrewed hybrid fighter formation

23rd July 2026

As Korea Aerospace Industries sets out its two-tiered, crewed-and-uncrewed hybrid future air formation, Defence Insight analyses how much it could cost to fulfil the ambition.

FIA 2026: Leonardo chief balances praise and caution over Germany joining GCAP

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FIA 2026: Leonardo chief balances praise and caution over Germany joining GCAP

22nd July 2026

Lorenzo Mariani’s Farnborough remarks on the prospect of Germany joining the Global Combat Air Programme struck a cautious tone, as he welcomed Canada’s arrival as the programme’s first observer nation.

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