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Estonia opts for smart, adaptable and cooperative solutions in the face of Russian threat

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Estonia opts for smart, adaptable and cooperative solutions in the face of Russian threat

20th March 2026

Estonian-made equipment is being put through the toughest of evaluations in the hands of Ukrainian soldiers resisting the full-scale Russian invasion which began in 2022. The country has long seen the threat and is continuing to adapt for the future.

How uncrewed rotary platforms are shaping approaches to contested logistics

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How uncrewed rotary platforms are shaping approaches to contested logistics

19th March 2026

Defence industry primes are working on an array of different platforms to meet the growing need for rotary uncrewed aerial vehicles to carry out future logistics missions.

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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

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Raytheon will develop an advanced naval sensing and targeting system for DARPA

3rd February 2026

RTX’s solution for DARPA’s Pulling Guard programme is intended to provide advanced maritime defence technologies to protect platforms against uncrewed surface vehicles and other threats.

Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s EagleStrike aims for 2027 early-stage production

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Singapore Airshow 2026: ST Engineering’s EagleStrike aims for 2027 early-stage production

3rd February 2026

The new loitering munition from ST Engineering, unveiled at the Singapore Airshow for the first time, is intended for use against high-value targets such as lightly armoured vehicles.

“Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

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2nd February 2026

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US DoD task force’s DroneHunter acquisition lays groundwork for Replicator 2 CUAS strategy

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US DoD task force’s DroneHunter acquisition lays groundwork for Replicator 2 CUAS strategy

2nd February 2026

As the US Department of Defense looks to counter the growing threat of uncrewed aerial systems to improve homeland security, the DroneHunter acquisition could point to future commercial innovation.

January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

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January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

27th January 2026

The first month of 2026 has seen activity in the MALE, rotary-wing, and loitering munition UAV markets, with significant investments and commitments from Germany, Turkey, the UAE and the US. At the same time, questions over loitering muniti...

Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Early adopters and big spenders point to UAV market opportunities

27th January 2026

While an estimated $37.99bn is still to be awarded across the Asia-Pacific uncrewed aerial vehicle market, the balance of potential future spending is unevenly split between various countries, with significant opportunities to be found in t...

British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

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British Army ACP project progresses with contract selection expected March 2026

26th January 2026

Known as Project Nyx, the loyal wingman developed from this initiative will accompany the Apache 64-E and be used to complement tanks and artillery.

Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

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Indian Army’s new battle blueprint takes shape

23rd January 2026

The Indian Army’s modernisation plans reflect the lessons learned from ongoing conflicts and threats as it continues its push for indigenous capabilities.

Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

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Bayraktar TB2: The $4.11 billion market success of a cost-effective MALE UAV

22nd January 2026

The success of the Bayraktar TB2 stems from it fulfilling a niche of providing reasonable capabilities at a low cost, leading to its acquisition by more than 30 countries including many in Africa; but there are reasons to be cautious about ...

How China’s naval advancements are pushing the US Navy to innovate

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How China’s naval advancements are pushing the US Navy to innovate

21st January 2026

The US Navy is set to invest $30 billion in artificial intelligence, cyber, space and autonomy research and development efforts in FY2026 as the force rethinks how it fights in light of China’s naval rise.

US Coast Guard to invest nearly $11 billion in new capabilities by October

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US Coast Guard to invest nearly $11 billion in new capabilities by October

20th January 2026

The US Coast Guard is expected to acquire new aircraft, helicopters, vessels and ISR sensors this fiscal year using resources from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

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EuroTrophy systems contracted for Leopard 2A8 tank buyers as demand rises

20th January 2026

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the original designer and manufacturer of the system, states that more than 1,800 have been sold and, while not all customers are known, more than 1,000 of these have been bought by the US and Israel.

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