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US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026
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Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

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Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

25th March 2026

While their multibillion-dollar nuclear submarine ambitions move forward at a glacial industrial pace, all three countries are making a swifter bet: fleets of uncrewed vessels that can be built, deployed and iterated in years rather than decades.

UK vows to accelerate Lyra programme for Ukraine as defence industry eyes opportunities

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UK vows to accelerate Lyra programme for Ukraine as defence industry eyes opportunities

23rd March 2026

Project Nightfall and Project Octopus both fall under the Lyra programme, with UK industry working to develop and deliver additional missiles and drones to help bolster Ukraine’s warfighting capabilities against Russia.

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  • US Army moves towards calls for bids for medium UGV as competitors warm up

    US Army moves towards calls for bids for medium UGV as competitors warm up

  • Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

    Uncrewed fleets emerge as AUKUS nations’ answer to capability interval

  • UK vows to accelerate Lyra programme for Ukraine as defence industry eyes opportunities

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

6th January 2026

Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

5th January 2026

December saw several milestones on the howitzer front with billions of dollars worth of orders placed and Germany committing to more 6×6 and 4×4 vehicles. Taiwan was also approved for equipment orders worth $11 billion even as the year came...

Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

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Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

5th January 2026

The effort to provide the US Navy with Trump-class battleships might face financial, production and doctrinal obstacles.

US Army seeks industry support to prepare acquisitions of Group 4+ UAVs

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US Army seeks industry support to prepare acquisitions of Group 4+ UAVs

2nd January 2026

The US Army is keen to hear about vendor designs, strategies and potential hardware and software solutions to inform requirements for procurement efforts.

Dedicated drone munitions could unlock modular mission potential

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Dedicated drone munitions could unlock modular mission potential

31st December 2025

Top attacks have proven effective against heavily armoured vehicles in Ukraine. A new family of uncrewed aerial system-delivered munitions is looking to press that advantage further.

December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production

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December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production

30th December 2025

One of the key trends seen in December has been the rise in indigenous investment within the UAV market, particularly across certain countries, with Germany, Australia and the US focusing on their commitments to sovereign development.

How might European countries look to tackle drone incursions?

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How might European countries look to tackle drone incursions?

24th December 2025

Disruption of infrastructure in Europe, whether by cyberattack, physical damage to pipelines or uncrewed aerial vehicles flying over major airports, as has happened more recently, is on the rise. What is the most effective way of countering...

US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

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US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

23rd December 2025

The Technology Operational Experimentation Events will inform future requirements as the US Navy looks for innovative solutions across three key operational domains.

Future Canadian Continental Defence Corvette will provide “Halifax-equivalent capabilities”

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Future Canadian Continental Defence Corvette will provide “Halifax-equivalent capabilities”

22nd December 2025

Although the CDC project is still in its early stages, the Canadian Department of National Defence already has some requirements for the future platforms.

US Navy to acquire micro-uncrewed underwater vehicles for ISR and coastal data collection

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US Navy to acquire micro-uncrewed underwater vehicles for ISR and coastal data collection

22nd December 2025

The Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking authorised resellers of JaiaBot uncrewed underwater vehicles and multivehicle pods. The platforms will support undergraduate education at the US Naval Academy.

Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

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Poland air report: Drones, transport aircraft and tankers dominate potential procurement plans

19th December 2025

With a rising defence budget and equipment list, Poland’s air market is set to grow as the country continues to modernise its transport and helicopter fleets while seeking out uncrewed aerial vehicles and loitering munitions.

Taiwan approved for $11 billion weapon purchase from US

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Taiwan approved for $11 billion weapon purchase from US

19th December 2025

The US State Department’s approval of a multi-billion-dollar sale of weapons to Taiwan includes tactical mission networks equipment, uncrewed aerial systems, artillery rocket systems and self-propelled howitzers as well as anti-tank guided ...

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