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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.

US approves $16.5 billion in ‘emergency’ sales for air defence equipment for Middle East allies

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US approves $16.5 billion in ‘emergency’ sales for air defence equipment for Middle East allies

20th March 2026

The United Arab Emirates has taken the lion’s share of this round, with the US supporting its F-16 fleet and signing off on possible sales for more AMRAAM AIM-120 missiles and a counter-drone system.

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DSEI 2023: Northrop Grumman rolls out BattleOne integrated command and control package

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13th September 2023

Northrop Grumman's BattleOne concept aims to transcend domain and national boundaries to produce an overarching command and control capability with integrated artificial intelligence.

DSEI 2023: Striker II helmet programme for Typhoon fighter jet gets £40 million boost

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DSEI 2023: Striker II helmet programme for Typhoon fighter jet gets £40 million boost

13th September 2023

This development contract for the Striker II helmet system aims to enhance the capabilities of the Eurofighter Typhoon fleet, providing advanced technology and improved operational effectiveness.

DSEI 2023: MBDA details CONOPS for Spear-EW stand-off jammer as MoD releases development funds

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DSEI 2023: MBDA details CONOPS for Spear-EW stand-off jammer as MoD releases development funds

13th September 2023

Spear-EW, an airborne electronic warfare (EW) system under development by MBDA for use on the UK F-35 fleet, is set to receive additional funding for its rapid design phase from the MoD, the company has announced.

DSEI 2023: BAE Systems and QinetiQ ink UAS partnership

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DSEI 2023: BAE Systems and QinetiQ ink UAS partnership

13th September 2023

The initial phase of the collaboration involves testing BAE Systems' autonomous mission management system on both companies' UAS.

US Army seeks innovative new battlefield roles for drones

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US Army seeks innovative new battlefield roles for drones

13th September 2023

The US Army recently tested deployment of UAS to identify casualties on the battlefield and in disaster response scenarios. Drones were used to assess the vital signs of wounded soldiers from the sky.

Global defence shift: report reveals $32.3 billion in opportunities in armed overwatch/ISR sector amid rising threats and evolving nature of warfare

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13th September 2023

Amid escalating global tensions and a paradigm shift in warfare, a ground-breaking new market report forecasts a staggering $32.3 billion worth of opportunities in the armed overwatch/ISR sector over the next five years.

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DSEI 2023: Lockheed to produce about 40% of Black Hawks on UK soil if it wins NMH contest

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DSEI 2023: Lockheed to produce about 40% of Black Hawks on UK soil if it wins NMH contest

13th September 2023

Lockheed Martin promises a boost to the British job market and export opportunities, while strengthening ties with Poland and positioning the UK for a future in rotorcraft technology in the event of a New Medium Helicopter competition trium...

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MARSS reveals plans for new counter-drone UAV and roadmap for Interceptor

13th September 2023

MARSS expects to begin testing its Interceptor Medium Range (MR) UAS against Class 2 UAVs later this year in Cornwall UK and has revealed details on the Interceptor Short Range (SR) UAS with soldier-carried deployment system.

Aeralis reveals new aircraft design at DSEI 2023

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Aeralis reveals new aircraft design at DSEI 2023

13th September 2023

The new aircraft design mark a significant shift in Aeralis' approach, with notable changes in exterior configuration and a new wing architecture that enhances manoeuvrability.

BAE Systems and Hybrid Air Vehicles partner on Airlander low-emission aircraft

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BAE Systems and Hybrid Air Vehicles partner on Airlander low-emission aircraft

13th September 2023

The agreement with BAE Systems covers technical and programme collaboration opportunities and exploration of potential defence opportunities for Hybrid Air Vehicle (HAV) platforms and related activities.

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