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How the Belgium-Netherlands MCM programme is reshaping naval mine warfare

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How the Belgium-Netherlands MCM programme is reshaping naval mine warfare

27th July 2026

As the Belgian-Dutch replacement mine countermeasure programme progresses, it is becoming clear that motherships will be integral to future MCM operations. Seven years on from the programme’s inception, the impact of its forward-looking approach can be seen through the procurement strategies of its Western allies today.

US Marine Corps aims to make drones as commonplace as rifles on the battlefield

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US Marine Corps aims to make drones as commonplace as rifles on the battlefield

24th July 2026

The USMC is transforming drones into standard equipment through major funding increases, standardised training, new doctrine and rapid battlefield adaptation, with nearly $820 million requested for UAS programmes in FY2027.

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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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Counter-UAS options continue to grow

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Counter-UAS options continue to grow

27th June 2017

The increasing popularity of drones, in all shapes and sizes, has brought to light a whole assortment of new security threats, including the growing hazard …

Spain picks AUDS to detect, defeat UAVs

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Spain picks AUDS to detect, defeat UAVs

27th June 2017

The Spanish Defence Ministry has selected the AUDS counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system to protect critical assets and personnel from malicious UAVs, it was announced …

Paris Air Show: Anka on path to commercial market

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Paris Air Show: Anka on path to commercial market

26th June 2017

While Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) showcased the weaponised version of its Anka UAV at the Paris Air Show the company said that it is also …

ERDC develops MARV to repair damaged piers

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ERDC develops MARV to repair damaged piers

26th June 2017

The US Army Engineering Design and Research Centre (ERDC) has developed a USV called the Multifunctional Assessment Reconnaissance Vessel (MARV) to help repair damaged piers, …

Paris Air Show: Experts focus on Korean border

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Paris Air Show: Experts focus on Korean border

23rd June 2017

Autonomous Device Experts is putting forward the Vivace UAS and Pathfinder seismic detection sensor for possible use by South Korea along sensitive border areas. The …

Paris Air Show: Hot off the press (video)

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Paris Air Show: Hot off the press (video)

23rd June 2017

Despite this year's Paris Air Show being a scorcher, with temperatures unseasonably high, the Shephard team worked to provide all the aviation news from the …

Paris Air Show: Additional payload requirement for MEUAS III

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Paris Air Show: Additional payload requirement for MEUAS III

22nd June 2017

The NAVAIR and MEUSS III awards announced recently, which will enable Textron Systems to put itself forward for future UAS-based tasking orders, has been met positively …

Paris Air Show: Rafael showcase Drone Dome laser capability

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Paris Air Show: Rafael showcase Drone Dome laser capability

22nd June 2017

Rafael has debuted the laser capability of its Drone Dome anti-UAV system at Paris Air Show, the latest upgrade to a system designed for the …

South Korea documents alien intruder

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South Korea documents alien intruder

22nd June 2017

South Korea has confirmed that a small UAV located in its territory on 8 June was definitely from its northern neighbour after a crash cut …

Paris Air Show: EMSA signs off on UAS capabilities

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Paris Air Show: EMSA signs off on UAS capabilities

21st June 2017

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) was named in two deals this week for fixed-wing and VTOL unmanned systems that will be used to provide …

Unmanned MCM capabilities showcased

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Unmanned MCM capabilities showcased

21st June 2017

A complete unmanned mine counter measure (MCM) detect-to-engage mission has been demonstrated at the Belgium Navy’s North Sea Unmanned MCM Trials (BE NSU). The 11 …

Paris Air Show: Tight timeframe in Heron saga

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Paris Air Show: Tight timeframe in Heron saga

20th June 2017

The unmanned systems arm of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is hopeful that a decision on the proposed lease of Heron TP medium altitude, long endurance …

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