DoW disclose conditions for FAMM missile production next year
The Pentagon has initiated the production phase of its Family of Affordable Mass Missiles (FAMM), with initial deliveries expected in 2027.
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UK claims “expanding” F-35 fleet but no new fighters until 2030s
Mixed messaging on the UK's F-35 fleet continues as senior defence officials claim an "expanding" fleet while admitting lack of new planes.
RTX close in on software-defined radar breakthrough
Raytheon updated this reporter on the status of its plans to reinforce US naval radars under Project Storm.
US clears $1.96bn APKWS laser-guided rocket sale to Saudi Arabia
The US Department of State has approved a potential FMS to Saudi Arabia involving Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS).
Anduril ramp up Barracuda-500 production for US DoW
The US Department of War (DoW) has signed a new framework agreement with Anduril Industries to expand the nation's production of affordable stand-off munitions.
Will Storm Fighter suffer the same fate as Mosquito?
The UK MoD has unveiled its latest drone wingman concept for the RAF, dubbed Storm Fighter, at the Global Air and Space Chiefs' Conference.
France equip Rafale fighters for drone hunting
France has validated a C-UAS package for Rafale fighters, which fires 68mm rockets at Shahed-type attack drones in the air.
Boeing defence delivery rise to 35 units in Q2 2026
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) recorded 35 deliveries of military aircraft and related products during the second quarter of 2026, surpassing its total of 30 deliveries in the preceding quarter.
New Northrop Grumman facility to boost USAF Sentinel ICBM programme
Northrop Grumman has broken ground on a new facility in Utah to expedite the USAF's next-generation Sentinel (ICBM) strategic deterrent.
Boeing selects BAE Systems for ROKAF F-15K electronic warfare system
Boeing has awarded BAE Systems a contract to supply the Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System (EPAWSS) for Republic of Korea Air Force’s F-15K Slam Eagle fighter jets.
L3Harris reveals plan to maximise existing Polish air defence
L3Harris executives revealed plans to maximise the effects of Poland’s existing capabilities rather than competing over gaps in the network.
SDA awards $1.75bn contracts to build AMDT3 satellites for US Golden Dome
SDA awards $1.75bn contracts to build AMDT3 satellites for US Golden Dome
UK awards three contracts for new low-cost drone interceptors
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded £3.16m ($4.23m) in contracts to three British small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop and trial new low-cost interceptors.
Defence AI company Helsing hits $18bn valuation in $1.8bn Series E
Helsing reported investor demand "significantly exceeded" available allocation during its latest Series E funding round, which raised $1.8bn.
Echodyne opens new $40m facility to scale radars production
Echodyne has expanded its production capability of radars with the opening of a manufacturing facility in Washington State.
US Air Force confirms B-21 Raider will have two-pilot crew
The US Department of the Air Force confirmed the sixth-generation stealth bomber B-21 Raider bomber will be operated by a two-pilot crew.
Asylon wins Phase Three contract for MARIA aircraft inspections
Asylon has received a Phase Three contract from the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC) to further develop, integrate, and demonstrate its Multi-modal Autonomous Robotics for Inspection of Aircraft (MARIA) system at the site.
Palladyne AI begins AFRL contract to integrate autonomous defence systems
Palladyne AI has commenced work on a contract awarded by the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to address coordination challenges among autonomous systems in defence operations.
AeroVironment wins $80.5m contract for Titan MS system
AeroVironment (AV) has been awarded an $80.5m contract by the US Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) to supply its Titan MS (Multi-Sensor) system.
Raytheon, Nato to pursue European suppliers for AMRAAM components
Raytheon, an RTX business, said that it is collaborating with the US government and multiple Nato member states to expand production capacity for the advanced medium-range air-to-air missile (AMRAAM) in Europe.