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Air Warfare
AFA 2026: Swarm Aero eyes 2027 Gamera flight as Textron/Merlin reveal SkyCourier UX
15th September 2026
Two new uncrewed aircraft concepts target very different US military requirements, from massed long-range strike to autonomous logistics. Shephard spoke with executives from Swarm Aero, Textron Aviation and Merlin Labs at this year's AFA Air, Space & Cyber conference to learn more about their capabilities.
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Land Warfare
The path to a safer future – why technological innovation is key to successful mine clearance
8th June 2026
Landmines continue to present a persistent and constantly evolving global threat, and advances in technology are improving how the challenges posed by minefields are managed, while reducing risks to human life. The growing capabilities of autonomous and robotic systems, coupled with advanced sensor capabilities, are now fuelling industry’s responses to this pervasive danger.
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Defence Notes
US Pentagon pushes for major reform of defence acquisition system
3rd August 2026
The US Department of Defense has requested new contracting authorities from Congress, using the Army's MV-75 Cheyenne programme to demonstrate how competition, digital engineering and closer industry collaboration could accelerate acquisitions.
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Naval Warfare
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.
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Land Warfare
Eurosatory 2026 roundup: uncrewed, counter-uncrewed and new vehicles define direction
26th June 2026
Uncrewed and counter-uncrewed systems were a major feature of this edition of Eurosatory 2026 along with programme updates and first sight of new main battle tanks.
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Air Warfare
Australia starts upgrade programme for P-8A Poseidon fleet
30th October 2025
The upgrades will work to strengthen the country’s maritime surveillance and anti-submarine capabilities, with one more aircraft due to be delivered by 2026.
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Naval Warfare
What capabilities has the US deployed in the Caribbean and South America to engage “drug boats”?
7th November 2025
The US arsenal includes amphibious assault and littoral combat ships, cutters, destroyers, landing platform docks, a nuclear-powered fast attack submarine, drones, ISR aircraft, helicopters and fighters.
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Air Warfare
NATO expands high-altitude intelligence capability with MQ-4C Triton purchase
8th July 2026
The proposed drone acquisition is intended to form part of a distributed structure of surveillance capabilities, complementing systems such as the RQ-4D Global Hawks already acquired by NATO.
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Land Warfare
More bidders move onto starting grid for British Army Land Rover replacement programme
9th September 2026
The Light Mobility Vehicle segment of the UK’s Land Mobility Programme for the British Army may actually be about to make progress, or at least likely bidders seem to think so. Shephard spoke with several contenders who revealed their views on how the army should replace the ageing fleet.
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Air Warfare
SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II
20th May 2026
AFSOC has revealed a new Block II variant of the OA-1K Skyraider II featuring rapid deployment and reassembly capabilities designed to support expeditionary special operations missions.
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Land Warfare
May land forces roundup: counter-drone systems move up the agenda
2nd June 2026
There has been a drive towards uncrewed aerial systems and defeating them in recent weeks, with NATO exercises addressing the danger, new systems unveiled and a new Latvian counter-drone unit stood up following recent incursions.
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Air Warfare
With a wave of upgrades, the MQ-9B is ready for high-tech warfare
1st July 2026
The modern battlefield is evolving rapidly — threats range from stealthy cruise missiles to coordinated drone swarms. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is meeting these challenges head-on with a series of transformative upgrades to its MQ-9B SkyGuardian® and maritime SeaGuardian® remotely piloted aircraft.
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Land Warfare
British Army turns to local option for small robot trials
26th May 2026
The UK government has ordered XRC’s small Rhino UGV for trials just weeks after placing a contract for ARX Robotics Gereon tracked UGV which will also be manufactured in the UK. The latest move is another step in creating a force of 40% uncrewed systems.
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Air Warfare
What opportunities remain for European airborne early warning requirements?
28th April 2026
With a pending NATO AWACS replacement on the horizon, the demand and market opportunities for airborne early warning aircraft remain strong as countries look to bolster their capabilities, with industry eyeing gaps in the market.
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Air Warfare
Germany air focus: Europe’s leading near-term air market targets domestic industry
16th September 2026
Between 2026 and 2032, almost a quarter of EU aircraft spending is expected to come from Germany. While crewed programmes seek modernisation and replacement, uncrewed opportunities look to introduce entirely new capabilities, with both highlighting sovereignty and domestic production.
Programme Results - Defence Insight
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Fighter - multirole
Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
Programme Background In mid-2024, Malaysia commenced discussions with Kuwait regarding a possible transfer of up to 33 F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. According to reports, the Kuwaiti government ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
During a parliamentary meeting in August 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) revealed the prospect of acquiring a fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The possible new ...
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Data links
Data links | Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
During a parliamentary meeting in August 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) revealed the prospect of acquiring a fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The possible new ...
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Air: Helmet-mounted displays
Air: Helmet-mounted displays | Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
During a parliamentary meeting in August 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) revealed the prospect of acquiring a fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The possible new ...
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Air: Head-up displays
Air: Head-up displays | Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
During a parliamentary meeting in August 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) revealed the prospect of acquiring a fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The possible new ...
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Transponders and IFF
Transponders and IFF | Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft [Malaysia]
During a parliamentary meeting in August 2025, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) revealed the prospect of acquiring a fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The possible new ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | Fighter Aircraft [United Arab Emirates]
While a formal requirement has not been announced, the United Arab Emirates is in the market for a fifth-generation fighter capability based on various media ...
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Data links
Data links | Fighter Aircraft [United Arab Emirates]
While a formal requirement has not been announced, the United Arab Emirates is in the market for a fifth-generation fighter capability based on various media ...
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Air: Helmet-mounted displays
Air: Helmet-mounted displays | Fighter Aircraft [United Arab Emirates]
While a formal requirement has not been announced, the United Arab Emirates is in the market for a fifth-generation fighter capability based on various media ...
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Air: Head-up displays
Air: Head-up displays | Fighter Aircraft [United Arab Emirates]
While a formal requirement has not been announced, the United Arab Emirates is in the market for a fifth-generation fighter capability based on various media ...
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Transponders and IFF
Transponders and IFF | Fighter Aircraft [United Arab Emirates]
While a formal requirement has not been announced, the United Arab Emirates is in the market for a fifth-generation fighter capability based on various media ...
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Air: Radio and SATCOM
Air: Radio and SATCOM | F-35A [Singapore]
On February 28, 2024, Singapore’s Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced during a parliamentary budget discussion that the city-state had placed an order for eight ...
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Data links
Data links | F-35A [Singapore]
On February 28, 2024, Singapore’s Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced during a parliamentary budget discussion that the city-state had placed an order for eight ...
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Air: Helmet-mounted displays
Air: Helmet-mounted displays | F-35A [Singapore]
On February 28, 2024, Singapore’s Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced during a parliamentary budget discussion that the city-state had placed an order for eight ...
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Air: Head-up displays
Air: Head-up displays | F-35A [Singapore]
On February 28, 2024, Singapore’s Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced during a parliamentary budget discussion that the city-state had placed an order for eight ...
Equipment Results - Defence Insight
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Air: Helmet-mounted displays
Zero-G HMDS+
The Zero-G HMDS+ is a developmental helmet-mounted display system being developed by Collins Aerospace and Elbit Systems for sixth-generation higher aircraft. According to the company, ...
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Data links
Multifunction Advanced Data Link
Multifunction Advanced Data Link (MADL) is a Ku-band data link designed for fifth-generation aircraft. The directional, interflight system is integrated into all F-35 variants, allowing ...
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Fighter - multirole
Su-75 Checkmate
Checkmate is a fifth-generation light tactical aircraft being developed by Sukhoi. Its prototype was unveiled at MAKS 2021. Checkmate's first flight is scheduled in 2023, ...
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Air: Head-up displays
Low Profile Head-Up Display (LPHUD)
The Low profile Head-up Display (LPHUD) series is designed developed by Elbit Systems' ISTAR division, for fourth and fifth generation advanced fighter aircraft jets. Notalby, ...
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Fighter - multirole, Fighter - naval
F-35C
The F-35C Lightning II, also known as the F-35 carrier variant (CV), is a fifth-generation multirole combat aircraft in carrier configuration. It has larger wings and ...
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Fighter - multirole
F-35A
The F-35A Lightning II is a fifth-generation multirole combat aircraft with CTOL capabilities. It is a multinational programme led by the US DoD, bringing together ...
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Fixed wing aircraft engines
AL-41F-1S
Manufactured by Saturn, the AL-41F-1S aircraft engine is a modular two-shaft turbofan engine with thrust vector control and integrated digital control. The engine is used ...
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Fixed wing aircraft engines
PD-14M
PD Family of Engines comprises of bypass two-shaft turbojet engines with a light shroudless fan. The PD family of engines are designed for short- and ...
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Air-to-surface missiles, Anti-ship missiles
JSM
The Joint Strike Missile (JSM) is a multi-role version of the Naval Strike Missile. Norway funded the programme to develop and produce the JSM for the ...
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Fighter - multirole, Fighter - naval
F-35B
The F-35B Lightning II is a fifth-generation multirole combat aircraft with short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) capability. The USMC is the main customer for the F-35B, ...
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Land: air defence radar
ELM-2026B VSHORAD
The ELM-2026B Very Short Range Air Defence Radar (VSHORAD) is designed for detection and tracking of airborne targets, including a variety of low-RCS and low-flying ...
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Air-to-air missiles, Surface-to-air missiles
Python-5
The Python-5 is an Israeli beyond-visual-range anti-air missile developed by Rafael. The newest member of the Python family, the Python-5 is described as a fifth-generation air-to-air ...
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Military UAS - MALE
Grom (Thunder)
Grom, or Thunder, is an in-development loyal-wingman type fixed-wing UAS from Kronshtadt. A mock-up of the platform was first displayed at Army-2020. At Army-2024, an updated version featuring ...
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Fighter - air superiority
J-7/F-7
The J-7 is a second-generation fighter designed primarily for air superiority, although later versions incorporate a ground attack capability. Although manufactured in China, the aircraft ...
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MPVs - 4x4
Eagle V 4x4
GDELS unveiled the fifth generation of its Eagle light tactical vehicle at Eurosatory 2012. The platform has replaced earlier-generation vehicles in production. More than 1,250 ...