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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

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Sophistication versus simplification: the divided future of air-to-air missiles

12th October 2026

As global air combat operations continue to evolve at a rate not seen for decades, what will the next generation of air-to-air weapons look like, and what missions will they need to fulfil?

Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

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Denmark’s air defence frigate requirement draws growing European competition

2nd October 2026

With no formal competition under way, industrial partnerships, production capacity and air defence capability could all shape the programme as Denmark considers how to replace its three Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.

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  • Patria OPTIME and ILIAS: Orchestrating operational readiness across every domain

    Patria OPTIME and ILIAS: Orchestrating operational readiness across every domain

  • “Start planning much earlier”: delivering defence support in an era of disruption

    “Start planning much earlier”: delivering defence support in an era of disruption

  • “Communicating at mission speed”: why data security is essential for operational success

    “Communicating at mission speed”: why data security is essential for operational success

  • “Engage with the operational problem”: how software innovation can boost UK defence

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RUAG International withdraws from defence with Ammotec sale

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RUAG International withdraws from defence with Ammotec sale

10th March 2022

RUAG International has concluded an agreement on the sale of its Ammotec business unit to Beretta Holding.

Naval Warfare magazine; UK Littoral Strike Groups, Greek naval procurement and more

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10th March 2022

Read the latest edition of Naval Warfare for free in our app or on your desktop.

Long-awaited UK National Shipbuilding Strategy refresh emerges

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Long-awaited UK National Shipbuilding Strategy refresh emerges

10th March 2022

The UK’s refreshed National Shipbuilding Strategy seemingly shies away from commitments to build all RN warships in the UK.

Rheinmetall and MBDA team up in Italy for air defence MoU

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Rheinmetall and MBDA team up in Italy for air defence MoU

10th March 2022

The Italian subsidiaries of MBDA and Rheinmetall aim to develop new business opportunities in the air defence sector.

New RWR to enhance F-16

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New RWR to enhance F-16

10th March 2022

The F-16 will join other US-operated aircraft in featuring the all-digital AN/ALR-69A(V) radar warning receiver.

WDS 2022: Saudi firms continue push towards Vision 2030

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WDS 2022: Saudi firms continue push towards Vision 2030

10th March 2022

While the Saudi defence sector continues its push to contribute to the national Vision 2030 economic modernisation programme, contracts awarded during WDS 2022 reveal there is still a role for international companies as well.

Possible Su-57 observed on Ukraine bombing mission

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Possible Su-57 observed on Ukraine bombing mission

10th March 2022

Have the Russian Aerospace Forces thrown the Su-57 into the war against Ukraine?

MPs support UK defence spending increase and reversal of cuts

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MPs support UK defence spending increase and reversal of cuts

10th March 2022

The UK government is facing calls to rethink its defence spending strategy in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Australia promises major boost to size of armed forces

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Australia promises major boost to size of armed forces

10th March 2022

Alarmed by increasing strategic competition and belligerent states, Australia has promised to increase the size of its military by nearly a third.

Philippines finally receives first T129 attack helicopters

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Philippines finally receives first T129 attack helicopters

10th March 2022

The Philippines has at last got its hands on its first new attack helicopters.

Mwari design evolves to combat MALE UAVs

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Mwari design evolves to combat MALE UAVs

9th March 2022

Paramount claims a new configuration of its Mwari light combat aircraft is capable of intercepting drones flying at up to 30,000ft.

Sonardyne, MSubs collaborate on autonomous naval capabilities

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Sonardyne, MSubs collaborate on autonomous naval capabilities

9th March 2022

The two companies have previously worked to demonstrate the Vigilant forward-looking sonar onto MSubs XLUUV.

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