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Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

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Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

12th March 2026

The UK Royal Navy’s rapid procurement of uncrewed platforms aligns with the force’s strategic shift towards a fleet better equipped to handle modern threats.

UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

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UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

12th March 2026

The startup was the only UK company to take part in the first Gauntlet for the programme, joining forces with its Ukraine partner to participate in the event.

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  • Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

    Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

  • UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

    UK firm Skycutter comes out top in first US Drone Dominance Program competition

  • Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

    Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

  • Leonardo plans to fly uncrewed fighters alongside M-346 aircraft by mid-2026

    Leonardo plans to fly uncrewed fighters alongside M-346 aircraft by mid-2026

  • Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

    Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

  • Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

    Kraken’s Royal Navy USV contract signals next step in crewed-uncrewed integration

  • UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

    UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

  • Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

    Thales Storm 2 counter-drone system being evaluated by potential customers

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Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

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Australia’s DroneShield looks to Europe in a drive to massively increase production

12th March 2026

DroneShield has experienced significant growth in a short period of time, more than doubling its personnel to 500 people in the space of 18 months on the back of both military and civil demand.

Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

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Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

12th March 2026

The new entity incorporates crewed and uncrewed capabilities to tackle a variety of mission demands in both defence and commercial markets.

UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

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UN “not fulfilling core tasks” for Ukraine, says Estonian defence secretary

10th March 2026

Estonia is looking for innovative ways to deal with its particular challenges but, according to the MoD’s permanent secretary, Kaimo Kuusk, technology still needs to be backed up by old-fashioned long-range punch.

UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

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UK Royal Navy explores modular counter-drone capabilities for future hybrid fleet

10th March 2026

The UK MoD is scoping out systems to counter the growing threat of uncrewed aerial systems, with a focus on low-cost modularity and speed to field.

Milrem outlines plans for Havoc and Vector as Ukrainian THeMIS numbers set to double

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Milrem outlines plans for Havoc and Vector as Ukrainian THeMIS numbers set to double

5th March 2026

Milrem’s THeMIS uncrewed ground vehicle is one of the most battle-proven medium UGV platforms in service, with the company looking to have production versions of new large platforms ready before the end of the decade.

European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

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European Defence Agency picks Airbus Helicopters’ Capa-X for M2UAS project

5th March 2026

The multi-mission uncrewed platform project is aiming to help the EU agency define new drone designs that are capable of performing a wide range of mission sets with one adaptable airframe.

US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

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US Precision Strike Missile makes combat debut in Operation Epic Fury

4th March 2026

CENTCOM confirmed that PrSMs have been deployed in the offensive against Iran, bringing what it called “an unrivalled deep strike capability”.

India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

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India’s strategic defence footprint expansion could be accelerated by Iran-Israel conflict

4th March 2026

The latest escalation between Iran and Israel could shape New Delhi’s next-generation shield as India deepens cooperation with Israel on missile defence and drone production.

Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

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Anduril marks new milestones with YFQ-44A flight tests as USAF plans further demos

4th March 2026

A production decision on Increment 1 of the CCA Programme is due to be made by the end of the year, with further demonstrations building on F-22 Raptor and MQ-20 Avenger teaming flight tests.

Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

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Is the US magazine of air defence interceptors deep enough to sustain a long campaign against Iran?

4th March 2026

The Pentagon spent a considerable number of THAAD and SM-3 rounds to defend against Iranian missiles in 2025 and has not fully replenished its reserves.

New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

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New Zealand buys tri-service uncrewed kit from Syos Aerospace

3rd March 2026

As uncrewed technology continues to play an increasingly central role in modern military activities, New Zealand’s recent acquisitions point towards its the force’s focus on cost-effective capability.

First confirmed US one‑way drone strike on Iran sharpens Pentagon UAV expansion

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First confirmed US one‑way drone strike on Iran sharpens Pentagon UAV expansion

2nd March 2026

The US is currently escalating its efforts to acquire more than 300,000 low-cost one-way attack drones, with the confirmed use of these platforms against Iran in recent days emphasising their growing use in combat.

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