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AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

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AUSA 2026: Northrop Grumman targets lower-cost air defence with $100 million Raid Hunter investment

13th October 2026

At AUSA 2026, Northrop Grumman revealed it had invested US$100 million in its Raid Hunter gun-based air defence capability, which the company claims could reduce the cost of individual engagements by 95.5% compared with interceptor missiles.

US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

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US Coast Guard faces key procurement decisions after C-130J and MQ-9B orders

13th October 2026

The service is updating several parts of its aviation fleet including fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and procuring uncrewed aircraft to boost its maritime surveillance.

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US approves $2 billion Black Hawk sale for Greece

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US approves $2 billion Black Hawk sale for Greece

19th December 2023

The proposed sale of UH-60M Black Haws will replace Greece’s ageing multi-role helicopter fleet with a more reliable platform.

DroneShield unveils new DoD-tested ruggedised tactical controller

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19th December 2023

DroneShield has produced C-UAS solutions ranging from handheld DroneGun jammer to the larger detect-and-defeat device DroneSentry-X.

ST Engineering eyes military applications for Airfish 8 WIG craft

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ST Engineering eyes military applications for Airfish 8 WIG craft

19th December 2023

AirX’s Airfish WIG craft, which has been studied by the US Marine Corps in recent years, has been positioned to support a variety of missions in the littorals.

Raytheon reveals details of wireless power plan

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Raytheon reveals details of wireless power plan

18th December 2023

DARPA is entering the first phase of the Persistent Optical Wireless Energy Relay (POWER) program, aimed at revolutionizing energy distribution through airborne wireless power transfer.

Japan to spend $224 million on advanced air missiles from US

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Japan to spend $224 million on advanced air missiles from US

18th December 2023

The US has greenlit a potential Foreign Military Sale of more than 100 AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) to Japan.

How Swedish fighter pilots will train in Italy for the next 10 years

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How Swedish fighter pilots will train in Italy for the next 10 years

15th December 2023

A partnership between the Swedish Armed Forces and Italian Air Force, facilitated by Leonardo, will aim to provide an extensive and advanced curriculum in pilot training for future Swedish fighter pilots.

Northrop Grumman tests IBCS missile defence in live environment

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Northrop Grumman tests IBCS missile defence in live environment

15th December 2023

Northrop Grumman's Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) recently underwent successful live fire flight tests, showcasing its ability to integrate sensors and engage threats.

Germany seals record-breaking contract for up to 82 Airbus H145M helicopters

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Germany seals record-breaking contract for up to 82 Airbus H145M helicopters

14th December 2023

The German Armed Forces has signed a contract to procure up to 82 Airbus H145M multi-role helicopters, marking the largest-ever order for this model.

Kongsberg to supply more air defence systems to Lithuania

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Kongsberg to supply more air defence systems to Lithuania

14th December 2023

The National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) was originally developed by Kongsberg and Raytheon to meet the requirements of the Royal Norwegian Air Force but is now in service with 13 countries.

GCAP alliance signs treaty for sixth-generation fighter and establishes UK as programme HQ

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GCAP alliance signs treaty for sixth-generation fighter and establishes UK as programme HQ

14th December 2023

Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) nations Italy, Japan and the UK signed a treaty for the sixth-generation fighter, but the selection of the UK as headquarters has sparked involvement and workshare discussions.

Vehicles ordered for Poland’s PILICA+ short-range air defence system

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Vehicles ordered for Poland’s PILICA+ short-range air defence system

14th December 2023

The PILICA+ system, an intermediate solution between the lowest and middle layers of the Polish multi-layer air and missile defence system, has been based on the operational PSR-A PILICA system.

Latvia makes its largest defence investment in air defence system

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Latvia makes its largest defence investment in air defence system

13th December 2023

Latvia and Estonia have committed to purchasing Diehl IRIS-T SLM medium-range air defence systems with the system set to provide a substantial boost to Latvia’s air defence capabilities.

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