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Saab’s flight-tested AI agents signal new era of crewed-uncrewed fighter systems

3rd November 2026

Saab is developing artificial intelligence (AI) agents for crewed and uncrewed aircraft, targeting potential operational deployment within months, while expanding its training capabilities, partnerships and ambitions for wider military applications.

UK MoD faces ‘serious’ ASW gap as Defence Committee outlines Arctic requirements

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UK MoD faces ‘serious’ ASW gap as Defence Committee outlines Arctic requirements

30th October 2026

Anti-submarine warfare, uncrewed vessels and seabed monitoring top the demand list in the Defence Committee’s High North roadmap for the 2030s.

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  • NATO FUSE exercise plays out real-world scenario in the face of eastern border risks

    NATO FUSE exercise plays out real-world scenario in the face of eastern border risks

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    Euronaval 2026: Faster frigates, evolving contracts and drone motherships lead opening conference

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    Saab’s flight-tested AI agents signal new era of crewed-uncrewed fighter systems

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    Canada accelerates uncrewed aerial system procurement for NATO and Arctic forces

  • NATO FUSE exercise plays out real-world scenario in the face of eastern border risks

    NATO FUSE exercise plays out real-world scenario in the face of eastern border risks

  • Euronaval 2026: Faster frigates, evolving contracts and drone motherships lead opening conference

    Euronaval 2026: Faster frigates, evolving contracts and drone motherships lead opening conference

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    Saab’s flight-tested AI agents signal new era of crewed-uncrewed fighter systems

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US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

13th October 2026

The service is updating several parts of its aviation fleet including fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and procuring uncrewed aircraft to boost its maritime surveillance.

Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

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Canada targets 2027 frigate trials for CU179 Peregrine uncrewed helicopter

13th October 2026

The Royal Canadian Navy’s CU179 Peregrine will undergo Halifax-class frigate trials in 2027 ahead of initial operational capability in 2028, while River-class destroyer integration arrangements remain undefined.

AUSA 2026: can converting established vehicle platforms offer route into emerging UGV market?

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AUSA 2026: can converting established vehicle platforms offer route into emerging UGV market?

13th October 2026

Defence manufacturers are showcasing uncrewed versions of established military and commercial vehicles at AUSA 2026 as the US Army’s Project Sustainment draws interest.

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12th October 2026

Heaviside Industries has unveiled its new Tyr loitering munition at AUSA 2026 in Washington, DC, joining a growing field of manufacturers seeking to capitalise on billions of dollars in anticipated military spending.

The US DoD’s counter-drone marketplace begins to produce results

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The US DoD’s counter-drone marketplace begins to produce results

9th October 2026

The Pentagon's push to accelerate counter-drone procurement is opening new opportunities for defence companies as it seeks to bring emerging technologies into operational service more quickly.

AUKUS heavyweight torpedo test raises questions over future armed UUV requirements

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AUKUS heavyweight torpedo test raises questions over future armed UUV requirements

8th October 2026

A heavyweight torpedo firing from the Royal Navy’s uncrewed submarine XV Excalibur suggests a shift beyond surveillance, with allied navies eyeing strike roles for large autonomous undersea vessels.

US military plans multi-UAV trials with Northrop Grumman quantum-navigated Lumberjack

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US military plans multi-UAV trials with Northrop Grumman quantum-navigated Lumberjack

8th October 2026

An undisclosed US military branch is preparing to evaluate multiple Lumberjack Group 3 drones equipped with SandboxAQ’s AQNav magnetic-navigation system. Shephard spoke with Northrop Grumman and SandboxAQ to find out more.

Akinci: How Baykar turned the UAV into an African and Middle Eastern export success

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Akinci: How Baykar turned the UAV into an African and Middle Eastern export success

7th October 2026

From billion-dollar industrial partnerships in the Middle East to rapid military off-the-shelf deliveries in Africa, Baykar has tailored the Akinci to the needs of very different customers. Defence Insight data shows how flexibility, price ...

US Pentagon pushes procurement of dismounted counter-UAS capabilities

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US Pentagon pushes procurement of dismounted counter-UAS capabilities

7th October 2026

The US services are investing in lighter, autonomous and networked systems to protect mobile troops from drone threats.

Industrial teams prepare roadmap for Indonesia aircraft carrier transformation

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Industrial teams prepare roadmap for Indonesia aircraft carrier transformation

6th October 2026

Fincantieri and PT PAL have agreed on a framework to modernise the former Giuseppe Garibaldi, with drones, communications and broader Italian–Indonesian industrial ties involved.

AUSA 2026 preview: uncrewed systems and platforms to defend against them set to feature

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AUSA 2026 preview: uncrewed systems and platforms to defend against them set to feature

6th October 2026

The Association of the US Army’s flagship conference and exhibition takes place in Washington, DC from 12 to 14 October. Shephard takes a look at what might be in store at the 2026 show, with uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems and platfo...

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