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Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

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Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

5th February 2026

Multiple countries have been deploying small arms as the last line of drone defence due to their multiple operational and tactical advantages.

Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

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Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

5th February 2026

In the wake of its 1,842% year-on-year revenue increase in Q4 2025, Red Cat sees mass opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region as the company eyes an ongoing production increase and market growth.

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    Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

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    Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

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    “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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    Singapore Airshow 2026: Saab eyes “share” in future fighter market, targets 2027 CCA demo flight

  • Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

    Why small guns have been critical to layered CUAS architectures

  • Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

    Singapore Airshow: Red Cat ramps up portfolio development amid “key” APAC opportunities

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EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

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EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

20th January 2026

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the original designer and manufacturer of the system, states that more than 1,800 have been sold and, while not all customers are known, more than 1,000 of these have been bought by the US and Israel.

Anduril awarded latest OPF-L contract with around $155.2 million still up for grabs

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Anduril awarded latest OPF-L contract with around $155.2 million still up for grabs

20th January 2026

As the US Marine Corps continues to push loitering munitions as a core battlefield tool, Shephard looks at how the latest contract award factors into future potential purchases.

GA-ASI makes strides with further MQ-20 intercept test success

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GA-ASI makes strides with further MQ-20 intercept test success

19th January 2026

The latest test of advanced autonomy development focused on human-machine teaming, loading a mission profile onto the platform.

UK and France signal shift to autonomous helicopters to boost naval power

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UK and France signal shift to autonomous helicopters to boost naval power

16th January 2026

Recent developments in France and the UK highlight how autonomous helicopters are becoming central to naval force design as navies seek to integrate crewed and uncrewed systems at sea.

Edge and Indra to form manufacturing entity to meet European loitering munition demand

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Edge and Indra to form manufacturing entity to meet European loitering munition demand

15th January 2026

Once approved by shareholders, the newly established manufacturing company will be developed in Spain and will look to address the burgeoning demand for loitering munitions from Spain and the rest of Europe.

US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

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US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

14th January 2026

The US Department of Defence along with its services and agencies have been increasing efforts to enhance the uncrewed aerial vehicle capabilities to succeed in future warfare.

What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

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What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

14th January 2026

As HII prepares to deliver its latest AI-enabled uncrewed surface vessel later this year, its major UK facility expansion aligns with the UK Royal Navy’s plans for a hybrid fleet.

US Marines seek suppliers for 10,000 low-cost sUAS with first delivery targeted for April

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US Marines seek suppliers for 10,000 low-cost sUAS with first delivery targeted for April

13th January 2026

The US Marine Corps is looking for vendors capable of quickly delivering off-the-shelf drones. The small uncrewed aerial systems are expected to carry diverse types of payloads.

Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

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Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

12th January 2026

The UK, the US and Australia have all been working on “extra-large” uncrewed underwater vehicles, but China’s reported development of a significantly larger capability demonstrates the country’s rapid advancement in underwater warfare.

Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

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Northrop Grumman and Kratos team up to develop US Marine Corps CCA

9th January 2026

Northrop Grumman will provide the autonomy software for the USMC loyal wingman, which will be integrated into Kratos’ XQ-58 Valkyrie uncrewed aerial system.

US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

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US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

8th January 2026

Th mission systems upgrade of the X-62 VISTA variant of the F-16 will allow the air force to evaluate the jet in more demanding environments.

Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

6th January 2026

Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

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