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Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

12th March 2026

The new entity incorporates crewed and uncrewed capabilities to tackle a variety of mission demands in both defence and commercial markets.

UK faces cost of balancing defensive capabilities abroad as Iran conflict widens

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UK faces cost of balancing defensive capabilities abroad as Iran conflict widens

11th March 2026

The UK has recently deployed a Type 45 destroyer to Cyprus and has bolstered its presence in the Middle East in recent weeks with supporting air power to protect neighbouring countries’ air defences.

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Spain fortifies air defences with more NASAMS

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Spain fortifies air defences with more NASAMS

22nd April 2024

Spain began the advancement of its air defence capabilities with the initiation of the NASAMS modernisation programme.

New deal to make AUKUS cooperation easier

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New deal to make AUKUS cooperation easier

22nd April 2024

The AUKUS agreement will support Australia’s purchase of at least eight nuclear-powered submarines under pillar one. Other pillars of the agreement cover high technology such as cyber, unmanned systems, AI, EW, undersea capabilities and inf...

British Army’s ISR commander warns of new challenges facing defence forces

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British Army’s ISR commander warns of new challenges facing defence forces

22nd April 2024

The race between using ISR and resisting the use of it by enemies has accelerated, leading to new methods and systems being required, according to the British Army’s lead on its ISR efforts.

US Missile Defense Agency’s budget could be cut by $2.6 billion over the next three years

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US Missile Defense Agency’s budget could be cut by $2.6 billion over the next three years

20th April 2024

The reduction would impact several acquisition and development programmes, creating capabilities gaps in US missile defence architecture.

Nigeria confirms M-346 advanced trainer deliveries for this year

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Nigeria confirms M-346 advanced trainer deliveries for this year

19th April 2024

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will enhance its fleet with the imminent delivery of six Leonardo-built M-346 advanced trainer and light attack aircraft by the end of 2024.

Israel ramps up Arrow-4 development following Iranian attack

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Israel ramps up Arrow-4 development following Iranian attack

19th April 2024

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has fast-tracked the development of the Arrow-4 ballistic missile interceptor in response to recent Iranian ballistic missile attacks.

Doodle Labs expands use of its radios on UAV systems

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Doodle Labs expands use of its radios on UAV systems

19th April 2024

Mesh Rider is a SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) optimised mesh radio designed for uncrewed systems and supports six frequency bands in a single transceiver and AES-256 encryption. It was developed in cooperation with the US Defense Innovation...

UK finalises Airbus H145 helicopter order while NMH programme timeline continues to slip

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UK finalises Airbus H145 helicopter order while NMH programme timeline continues to slip

19th April 2024

The UK signed a $150 million contract for six Airbus H145 helicopters to enhance military operations in Brunei and Cyprus, replacing aging Puma HC2s. At the same time, questions remain over the fate of the New Medium Helicopter programme am...

Leonardo fires up small calibre naval gun development as Italy nears first Lionfish X-Gun handover

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Leonardo fires up small calibre naval gun development as Italy nears first Lionfish X-Gun handover

19th April 2024

Alongside progress on its Lionfish contracts, Leonardo emphasised its shift in focus from traditional larger calibre systems toward smaller calibre solutions, epitomised by the X-Gun’s inception in 2017.

Push for greater use of open source data, says senior British officer

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Push for greater use of open source data, says senior British officer

19th April 2024

The huge amount of open source data available may not carry the weight of secret sources but it does carry substantial value, according to speakers at Defence IQ C4ISR Global conference in London.

NATO’s E-3A fleet more important than ever, says force commander

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NATO’s E-3A fleet more important than ever, says force commander

18th April 2024

NATO’s E-3A fleet will have been in service for more than half a century by the time of their expected retirement but a boost to the capability and conflict elsewhere have highlighted their importance.

New Turkish Kemankes loitering munition begins testing

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New Turkish Kemankes loitering munition begins testing

17th April 2024

The Kemankes 2 was said to be designed to conduct deep-strike missions on high-priority targets.

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