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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

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Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

14th April 2026

While Denmark appears to be more committed to UAVs than most of its Nordic neighbours, its procurement efforts are likely to be split between American-made systems for its larger requirements and Nordic partnerships for smaller platforms.

Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

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  • India’s drone industry ambitions accelerate with Xtend technology transfer deal

    India’s drone industry ambitions accelerate with Xtend technology transfer deal

  • How Canada is preparing the future River-class destroyers to endure uncrewed threats

    How Canada is preparing the future River-class destroyers to endure uncrewed threats

  • Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

    Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

  • Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

    Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

  • India’s drone industry ambitions accelerate with Xtend technology transfer deal

    India’s drone industry ambitions accelerate with Xtend technology transfer deal

  • How Canada is preparing the future River-class destroyers to endure uncrewed threats

    How Canada is preparing the future River-class destroyers to endure uncrewed threats

  • Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

    Denmark air focus: $2.64 billion UAV market blends US imports with Nordic cooperation

  • Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

    Latest Russian subsea standoff puts pressure on the UK’s seabed defence strategy

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UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

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UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

10th March 2026

Estonia is looking for innovative ways to deal with its particular challenges but, according to the MoD’s permanent secretary, Kaimo Kuusk, technology still needs to be backed up by old-fashioned long-range punch.

UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

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UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

10th March 2026

The UK MoD is scoping out systems to counter the growing threat of uncrewed aerial systems, with a focus on low-cost modularity and speed to field.

Milrem outlines plans for Havoc and Vector as Ukrainian THeMIS numbers set to double

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Milrem outlines plans for Havoc and Vector as Ukrainian THeMIS numbers set to double

5th March 2026

Milrem’s THeMIS uncrewed ground vehicle is one of the most battle-proven medium UGV platforms in service, with the company looking to have production versions of new large platforms ready before the end of the decade.

European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

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European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

5th March 2026

The multi-mission uncrewed platform project is aiming to help the EU agency define new drone designs that are capable of performing a wide range of mission sets with one adaptable airframe.

US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

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US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

4th March 2026

CENTCOM confirmed that PrSMs have been deployed in the offensive against Iran, bringing what it called “an unrivalled deep strike capability”.

India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

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India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

4th March 2026

The latest escalation between Iran and Israel could shape New Delhi’s next-generation shield as India deepens cooperation with Israel on missile defence and drone production.

Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

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Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

4th March 2026

A production decision on Increment 1 of the CCA Programme is due to be made by the end of the year, with further demonstrations building on F-22 Raptor and MQ-20 Avenger teaming flight tests.

Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

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Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

4th March 2026

The Pentagon spent a considerable number of THAAD and SM-3 rounds to defend against Iranian missiles in 2025 and has not fully replenished its reserves.

New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

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New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

3rd March 2026

As uncrewed technology continues to play an increasingly central role in modern military activities, New Zealand’s recent acquisitions point towards its the force’s focus on cost-effective capability.

First confirmed US one‑way drone strike on Iran sharpens Pentagon UAV expansion

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First confirmed US one‑way drone strike on Iran sharpens Pentagon UAV expansion

2nd March 2026

The US is currently escalating its efforts to acquire more than 300,000 low-cost one-way attack drones, with the confirmed use of these platforms against Iran in recent days emphasising their growing use in combat.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

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Golden Dome for America hits one-year mark but key questions remain on its progress

26th February 2026

Integration issues, bureaucracy and undefined policies and authorities could hamper the full implementation of the “shield” to defend the US territory against aerial threats.

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