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Ageing RQ-11 Raven fleets create a global replacement opportunity

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Ageing RQ-11 Raven fleets create a global replacement opportunity

28th August 2026

The RQ-11 Raven is being retired from service across most of its more than 30 operators. Defence Insight estimates that these Raven retirements open up a replacement market worth at least $576 million, but suppliers will have to act quickly and strike a balance between cost and capability to succeed.

August drone digest: AEVEX solidifies large US loitering munition market share as procurement models shift

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August drone digest: AEVEX solidifies large US loitering munition market share as procurement models shift

27th August 2026

AEVEX has strengthened its position in the US loitering munition market with another contract award, solidifying its position as the second-largest supplier of the capability in the US. Elsewhere in August, new and emerging programmes in Sweden and Germany point to a broader shift towards larger, rolling framework agreements for loitering munitions across Europe.

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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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Heron 1 to replace IAF’s Sea Scan

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Heron 1 to replace IAF’s Sea Scan

17th May 2017

The Heron 1 UAS is set to replace the Israeli Air Force’s (IAF) manned Sea Scan maritime patrol aircraft, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announced on …

IMDEX Asia: Marine Commerce journey with Deep Trekker (video)

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IMDEX Asia: Marine Commerce journey with Deep Trekker (video)

17th May 2017

Complete with its own demonstration vat, Singapore-based Marine Commerce has introduced the Canadian Deep Trekker series of ROV systems into the region, where it sees …

IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day Two

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IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day Two

17th May 2017

The Official IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day Two is now available to read online. View the digital edition here, and pdf version here.

IMDEX Asia: RSN outline K-STER use (video)

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IMDEX Asia: RSN outline K-STER use (video)

17th May 2017

More traditionally operated from the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) Bedok-class mine countermeasure vessels (MCMV) the K-STER mine disposal system is increasingly being integrated with …

IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day One

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IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day One

16th May 2017

The Official IMDEX Asia Daily News - Day One is now available to read online. View the digital edition here, and pdf version here.

AUVSI 2017: Kongsberg discusses Eelume

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AUVSI 2017: Kongsberg discusses Eelume

13th May 2017

Kongsberg Maritime took the opportunity at AUVSI Xponential to describe the background and development of Eelume, a subsea inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) vessel. Richard …

AUVSI 2017: Copycats, profits cause for concern

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AUVSI 2017: Copycats, profits cause for concern

12th May 2017

In a show where hundreds of companies and tens of thousands of visitors and exhibitors gather to discuss and explore the latest innovations in the …

AUVSI 2017: Marine Corps spotlights SUAS growth

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AUVSI 2017: Marine Corps spotlights SUAS growth

12th May 2017

The United States Marine Corps is predicting a continuing expansion of 'Group 1' small UAS systems across service elements.Speaking at this week's AUVSI Xponential event …

US PACOM Global Hawks move to Yokota

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US PACOM Global Hawks move to Yokota

12th May 2017

Five US Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk UAS have been temporarily deployed to Yokota Air Base in Japan, from where they will support US intelligence …

Saudi Arabia unveils first indigenous armed drone ‘Saqr 1’

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Saudi Arabia unveils first indigenous armed drone ‘Saqr 1’

12th May 2017

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) has unveiled a new strategic drone programme called Saqr 1 in Riyadh according to a Saudi Press …

AUVSI 2017: Swift Navigation, Carnegie Robotics reveal Duro

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AUVSI 2017: Swift Navigation, Carnegie Robotics reveal Duro

11th May 2017

San Francisco-based startup company Swift Navigation, who partnered with Carnegie Robotics, unveiled their Duro GNSS receiver at AUVSI's Xponential. Duro has been described as a …

AUVSI 2017: Commercial versus military (video)

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AUVSI 2017: Commercial versus military (video)

11th May 2017

While the commercial market dominates AUVSI Xponential this year in Dallas, there has been the unveiling and promotion of some military platforms, including the Snipe …

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