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Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift
US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

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US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

30th March 2026

The new autonomous surface vessels are planned to be operationally fielded in FY2027, following the completion of on-water trials.

Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

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Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

30th March 2026

Advances in uncrewed aerial vehicles powered by renewable technologies are coming to the fore, with battery, hydrogen and solar propulsion challenging traditional fossil fuel-dependent models.

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  • US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

    US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

  • Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

    Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

  • US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

    US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

  • How detection-led C-UAS solutions are transforming drone defense

    How detection-led C-UAS solutions are transforming drone defense

  • US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

    US Air Force is eyeing cost-effective automated counter-drone solutions

  • Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

    Long-range drone acquisition axed as Norway announces $11.75 billion spending uplift

  • US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

    US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

  • Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

    Electric and hybrid aerial drone fleets are expanding their footprint

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Saudi Arabia air report: The world’s fourth-largest UAV market seeks to strengthen domestic industry

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Saudi Arabia air report: The world’s fourth-largest UAV market seeks to strengthen domestic industry

17th February 2026

With $9.18 billion in uncontracted programmes — including a potential multi-billion-dollar MQ-9B deal — Saudi Arabia’s UAV sector is poised for significant further growth and industrial expansion.

AI mission-autonomy software integration and partnerships see progress across CCA efforts

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AI mission-autonomy software integration and partnerships see progress across CCA efforts

17th February 2026

The successful integration of third-party mission autonomy in the US Air Force’s CCA programme and movement on Helsing’s Europa CA-1 timelines mark key milestones in the development of uncrewed aerial capabilities.

World Defense Show 2026: Large vehicles and counter-drone systems take the limelight

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World Defense Show 2026: Large vehicles and counter-drone systems take the limelight

17th February 2026

Visitors who attended the first World Defense Show four years ago continue to speak of the difficulties they faced with poor facilities and power problems. This year’s event emphasised its status as one of the major defence expositions and ...

UK ‘Hybrid Navy’ steps up as Norway cooperation reinforces Arctic strategy

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UK ‘Hybrid Navy’ steps up as Norway cooperation reinforces Arctic strategy

13th February 2026

As Russia commits billions to new warships and stealth submarines, the UK is reshaping its strategy with expanded troop deployments, shared frigate fleets and a shift towards uncrewed platforms.

US Navy to develop an undersea networking capability to support UUV operations

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US Navy to develop an undersea networking capability to support UUV operations

12th February 2026

The NEREUS project aims to enhance and expand the US Navy’s existing communications systems, enabling crewed/uncrewed seabed and subsurface missions.

Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

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Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities

12th February 2026

Collaboration between Estonian defence companies and well-aligned firms in Asia-Pacific will form a key part of Tallinn’s ambitions to significantly grow its defence industrial base.

World Defense Show 2026: DOK-ING working on MV-8 variants and reveals specs ahead of Eurosatory

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World Defense Show 2026: DOK-ING working on MV-8 variants and reveals specs ahead of Eurosatory

12th February 2026

The Croatian company began the development of the MV-8 modular uncrewed platform in the early 2020s. Specifications for the vehicle were revealed to Shephard at World Defense Show 2026.

How the Hedge Strategy will impact the US Navy’s future capabilities

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How the Hedge Strategy will impact the US Navy’s future capabilities

11th February 2026

The US Navy Hedge Strategy is intended to provide a lethal, modular and cost-effective fleet while accepting Washington’s fiscal and industrial constraints.

World Defense Show 2026: Russia reveals details of new loitering munition

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World Defense Show 2026: Russia reveals details of new loitering munition

11th February 2026

The Kalashnikov RUS-PE cannister-launched man-portable loitering munition was displayed as a model at World Defense Show 2026 with a company official telling Shephard it was “in service and in low-rate initial production”.

US Navy and Raytheon explore additional applications for Mk 58 CRAW torpedo

Programme update

US Navy and Raytheon explore additional applications for Mk 58 CRAW torpedo

10th February 2026

Designed as an anti-torpedo and anti-submarine capability, the USN and RTX foresee the Compact Rapid Attack Weapon’s potential for deployment from surface ships and aerial and uncrewed platforms.

Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

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Singapore Airshow 2026: CCA manufacturers eye growing opportunities in Asia-Pacific

9th February 2026

Companies offering collaborative combat aircraft say there is a massive potential for countries adopting the capability in the Asia-Pacific region.

European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

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European navies line up $105.8 billion in unawarded contracts for 2026

6th February 2026

France, Germany and Italy lead the way on unawarded naval defence opportunities that could be awarded this year, but across Europe countries are ramping up their spending efforts to face geopolitical challenges.

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