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Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities
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Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

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Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

22nd January 2026

The success of the Bayraktar TB2 stems from it fulfilling a niche of providing reasonable capabilities at a low cost, leading to its acquisition by more than 30 countries including many in Africa; but there are reasons to be cautious about its potential future prospects.

How China’s naval advancements are pushing the US Navy to innovate

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How China’s naval advancements are pushing the US Navy to innovate

21st January 2026

The US Navy is set to invest $30 billion in artificial intelligence, cyber, space and autonomy research and development efforts in FY2026 as the force rethinks how it fights in light of China’s naval rise.

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  • British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

    British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

  • Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

    Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

  • Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

    Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

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

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

  • British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

    British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

  • Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

    Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

  • Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

    Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

  • US Coast Guard to invest nearly $11 billion in new capabilities by October

    US Coast Guard to invest nearly $11 billion in new capabilities by October

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2025 UAV market review: $7.8 billion in new contracts signed as US leads spending

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2025 UAV market review: $7.8 billion in new contracts signed as US leads spending

17th December 2025

Qatar and Indonesia followed the US’s high spending on new uncrewed aerial vehicle contracts across 2025, while MALE and micro drones and loitering munitions were particularly popular subcategories this year.

NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

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NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

17th December 2025

As part of its effort to better prepare its capabilities for operations in contested and congested scenarios, NATO evaluated a Lithuanian ship-to-ship terminal designed to not be susceptible to enemy interference.

Hungary set to begin using Hero 400 loitering munitions

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Hungary set to begin using Hero 400 loitering munitions

16th December 2025

Developed by Israel's Uvision and with systems being sold in the thousands to multiple European NATO countries and the US, the Hero family of loitering systems is also in production in the US and Italy, the latter through Rheinmetall.

Thales’ new Sonar 76Nano could equip UK Royal Navy on anti-submarine warfare missions

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Thales’ new Sonar 76Nano could equip UK Royal Navy on anti-submarine warfare missions

15th December 2025

The new sonar is designed to equip uncrewed underwater vessels, with the potential to be used by the Royal Navy for its Atlantic Bastion and Atlantic Net missions.

Anduril UK and GKN Aerospace collaborate on British Army ACP bid

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Anduril UK and GKN Aerospace collaborate on British Army ACP bid

10th December 2025

The pair will submit their demonstrator concept for Project Nyx, a development project for the British Army’s Land Autonomous Collaborative Platform.

US Army command’s Picatinny CLIK common lethal drone interface makes progress

Programme update

US Army command’s Picatinny CLIK common lethal drone interface makes progress

10th December 2025

The Picatinny Common Lethality Integration Kit is designed to overcome the issue of unique integration methods between lethal payloads and drones as well as avoiding problematic acquisition conditions created by vendor lock.

Australia invests extra A$1.4 billion in MQ-28A Ghost Bat after successful missile fire test

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Australia invests extra A$1.4 billion in MQ-28A Ghost Bat after successful missile fire test

9th December 2025

The investment includes new contracts for six MQ-28A Ghost Bat aircraft, as well as provisional funds to invest in the development of a Block 3 prototype.

What new technologies could be involved in UK Atlantic Bastion initiative?

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What new technologies could be involved in UK Atlantic Bastion initiative?

9th December 2025

As new details emerge on the UK Royal Navy’s plan to secure the North Atlantic for the UK and NATO, three main areas of opportunity for new technology are the focal point.

NATO naval exercises map out future USV requirements but raise questions on acquisition

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NATO naval exercises map out future USV requirements but raise questions on acquisition

8th December 2025

Uncrewed surface vessels have shifted from a desirable capability to a critical one for navies. But should these systems be bought outright, rented as a service or rapidly built using commercial off-the-shelf components?

Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

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Northrop Grumman to fly new Project Talon CCA by late 2026

5th December 2025

The newly unveiled collaborative combat aircraft looks to strike a balance between capability and cost-effectiveness, according to the company.

New UK-Norway pact covers warship, missile and autonomous system collaboration

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New UK-Norway pact covers warship, missile and autonomous system collaboration

5th December 2025

The Lunna House Agreement represents multiple opportunities for cooperation between the two navies, and follows on from last year’s declaration of a joint strategic partnership between the countries.

How will the Canadian Coast Guard’s transfer to the DND umbrella affect its capabilities?

Programme update

How will the Canadian Coast Guard’s transfer to the DND umbrella affect its capabilities?

4th December 2025

By joining the defence department, the coast guard will need to acquire new solutions and adapt its in-service capabilities to ensure interoperability with the Canadian Armed Forces.

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