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February Drone Digest: US manufacturers face the Gauntlet and find success abroad

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February Drone Digest: US manufacturers face the Gauntlet and find success abroad

25th February 2026

The US launched the Gauntlet test in February as part of its accelerated attack drone procurement effort while also exploring various naval capabilities that could lead to procurements down the line. Shield AI’s V-Bat, meanwhile, has been stirring up global interest.

How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

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How the Golden Fleet will change the US Navy acquisition process

24th February 2026

The procurement of the future USN Golden Fleet is planned to be less bureaucratic than previous strategies, involving AI-enabled designs and scheduling tools to increase productivity and avoid delays.

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Cummings Aerospace showcases Hellhound loitering munition designed for US Army’s LASSO programme (video)

Cummings Aerospace presented its turbojet-powered Hellhound loitering munition at SOF Week 2025, offering a man-portable solution aligned with the US Army’s LASSO requirements.

 

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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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MSPO 2018: WZE launch Lanca 2.0 UAV neutraliser

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MSPO 2018: WZE launch Lanca 2.0 UAV neutraliser

5th September 2018

Polish electronics manufacturer Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne (WZE) is showcasing its handheld, counter-UAS platform, the Lanca 2.0, at this year's MSPO.  The system is designed to force …

MSPO 2018: Mighty Warmate 2 revealed

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MSPO 2018: Mighty Warmate 2 revealed

5th September 2018

WB Electronics has unveiled its market-ready Warmate 2 loitering munition for the first time at MSPO 2018. While the Polish company has generally kept quiet …

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Australia awards UAS tech contracts

5th September 2018

The Australian Defence Innovation Hub has awarded new contracts for the continued development of new UAS technologies, the Australian Department of Defence announced on 1 …

Schiebel establishes SPL in Australia

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Schiebel establishes SPL in Australia

4th September 2018

Schiebel has established Schiebel Pacific (SPL) in Australia to provide the region with a permanent sales and logistics hub, the company announced on 3 September. …

Indonesia seeks UAV and tanker cooperation with Singapore

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Indonesia seeks UAV and tanker cooperation with Singapore

4th September 2018

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) announced on 31 August that it is exploring cooperation with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) regarding UAV pilot …

Boeing receives MQ-25 contract from US Navy

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Boeing receives MQ-25 contract from US Navy

3rd September 2018

Boeing has received an $805 million contract to build the US Navy’s first operational carrier-based unmanned aircraft, the MQ-25 aerial refueller, the company announced on …

ECA supplies Iguana E UGV to Monaco

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ECA supplies Iguana E UGV to Monaco

31st August 2018

ECA Group's Iguana E UGV has been selected by Public Security Monaco in order to enhance protection and surveillance capabilities. The Iguana E is a …

Boeing achieves Stingray success

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Boeing achieves Stingray success

31st August 2018

After what has been seen as a somewhat turbulent competition, the US Navy has finally selected Boeing to fulfil its MQ-25A Stingray requirement. Boeing beat …

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Honeywell, CMU to develop AI technologies

30th August 2018

Honeywell is collaborating with Carnegie Mellon University to advance artificial intelligence and robotic technologies for connected e-commerce distribution centres, Honeywell announced on 28 August. The …

QNA receives RCIS Type 1 robotics contract

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QNA receives RCIS Type 1 robotics contract

29th August 2018

QinetiQ North America (QNA) has received a $11.65 million contract from the US Department of Defense for the US Army's Route Clearance and Interrogation Systems …

Huon Aquaculture expands Falcon fleet

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Huon Aquaculture expands Falcon fleet

28th August 2018

Huon Aquaculture has expanded its fleet of Saab Seaeye Falcon ROVs with the addition of two new vehicles, Saab Seaeye announced on 23 August. The …

US Army, Bell advancing micro-UAS technologies

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US Army, Bell advancing micro-UAS technologies

24th August 2018

The US Army Research Laboratory (ARL) and Bell are continuing their joint effort to further advance the development of new micro UAS technologies, the army …

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