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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.

The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

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The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

20th May 2026

As countries increasingly move away from Chinese drone manufacturing and focus on domestic production and collaboration, Europe and the US are well-placed to step in – although cost remains a crucial consideration.

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    SOF Week 2026: US Army to conduct trials with Mountain Horse’s containerised drone launcher

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    SOF Week 2026: How SOF Operators Are Driving the Future of Battlefield Communications (video)

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    SOF Week 2026: US military tests AI algorithm to support missions in low-light scenarios

  • The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

    The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

  • SOF Week 2026: US Army to conduct trials with Mountain Horse’s containerised drone launcher

    SOF Week 2026: US Army to conduct trials with Mountain Horse’s containerised drone launcher

  • SOF Week 2026: How SOF Operators Are Driving the Future of Battlefield Communications (video)

    SOF Week 2026: How SOF Operators Are Driving the Future of Battlefield Communications (video)

  • SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II

    SOF Week 2026: AFSOC unveils deployable Block II OA-1K Skyraider II

  • The shift away from Chinese drone technology presents supplier opportunities

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Red Cat to begin Black Widow sUAS production in early 2025

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Red Cat to begin Black Widow sUAS production in early 2025

26th November 2024

Red Cat, recently selected for the US Army’s ambitious SRR programme to supply warfighters with the next-generation Black Widow sUAS, will begin production on the uncrewed platform in early 2025.

L3 Harris completes review of satellite communications payloads

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L3 Harris completes review of satellite communications payloads

26th November 2024

L3Harris is involved with four satellite programmes for missile tracking and communications for the US Space Development Agency (SDA).

Reiser secures new NH90 Sea Tiger maintenance training contract

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Reiser secures new NH90 Sea Tiger maintenance training contract

26th November 2024

The training and simulation company’s new contract for the German Navy will replicate its NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter, which is set to join the fleet in 2025.

Sweden confirms spares for 14 Gripen fighters set for Ukraine

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Sweden confirms spares for 14 Gripen fighters set for Ukraine

26th November 2024

Sweden defence minister Pål Jonson said that the materials provided for 14 Gripen aircraft were part of a larger package.

Lockheed Martin and DoD move closer to agreement on F-35 Lots 18 and 19

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Lockheed Martin and DoD move closer to agreement on F-35 Lots 18 and 19

25th November 2024

The formal contract is expected before the end of 2024. Lockheed Martin stated in October 2024 that negotiations surrounding the Lots 18 and 19 were still underway.

Gulfstream awarded $991 million contract from US Air Force

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Gulfstream awarded $991 million contract from US Air Force

25th November 2024

The contract will last for seven years and will provide comprehensive maintenance services for the US Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Army and Coast Guard.

EuroDASS partners unveil details on next-gen EW system for Eurofighter Typhoon

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EuroDASS partners unveil details on next-gen EW system for Eurofighter Typhoon

22nd November 2024

The consortium has given details on the next-generation of sensing and jamming capabilities on the Eurofighter Typhoon without needing to update the airframe, according to the group’s partners.

Romania signs $7.2 billion deal to buy 32 F-35A jets

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Romania signs $7.2 billion deal to buy 32 F-35A jets

22nd November 2024

The Romanian government has formalised a deal to purchase 32 F-35A aircraft from the US. The jets will not be expected to be operational in Romania until 2030.

UK, Japan and Italy discuss potential to bring other countries into GCAP programme

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UK, Japan and Italy discuss potential to bring other countries into GCAP programme

21st November 2024

At the G20 summit in Brazil, the three countries reaffirmed their commitment to the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), with a nod given to potentially widening the participation out to other countries.

Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

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Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

21st November 2024

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

US Air Force A-10s to exit South Korea in favour of fourth- and fifth-gen fighter jets

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US Air Force A-10s to exit South Korea in favour of fourth- and fifth-gen fighter jets

20th November 2024

The US Air Force will transition away from its ageing A-10 aircraft in 2025, in favour of updating and enhancing its F-16, and introducing F-15EX and F-35 Lightning II jets in the region.

US-provided ATACMS missiles given green-light for use inside Russian territory

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US-provided ATACMS missiles given green-light for use inside Russian territory

19th November 2024

Ukraine has now reportedly used the missile on Russia territory following US approval, but will the UK and French Storm Shadow and SCALP missiles follow?

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