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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

26th February 2026

A potential announcement within days could end speculation around the UK Ministry of Defence’s procurement direction for the NMH programme.

UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

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UK Royal Navy notes hybrid air wing progress with eyes on Peregrine drone development

26th February 2026

The Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) initiative aims to modernise aviation capabilities to use uncrewed systems where possible, supporting its goal of a hybrid air wing by 2040.

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