Where is the UK’s New Medium Helicopter?
Leonardo AW149 medium helicopter at Farnborough, 24 July 2024. Credit: John Hill/GlobalData. Leonardo has been left in the lurch as UK defence spending delay persists until March at the earliest…
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Elbit Systems UK secures full control of UTACS
UTACS was created as joint company, with Elbit Systems previously holding a 51% stake. Credit: T. Schneider/Shutterstock.com. Defence technology company Elbit Systems UK (ESUK) has completed the full acquisition of UAV Tactical Systems (UTACS), securing…
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France orders Shahed-style drone from MBDA and Aviation Design
The One Way Effector drone was launched during the 2025 Paris Air Show in June 2025. Credit: MBDA. The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has ordered long-range, remote-controlled munitions from…
Read MoreTrump’s January tariff threats and the European defence industry
On 17 January, President Trump announced a 10% tariff on US imports from various European countries in response to opposition to US control over Greenland. Source link
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Ajax IFV: the British Army’s £6bn elephant in the room
An Ajax armoured vehicle on display at DVD 2024. Credit: Richard Thomas Despite committing billions of pounds, the UK’s Ajax infantry fighting vehicle programme continues to suffer with significant issues…
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BAE Systems secures US Army deal for M109A7 Paladin SPHs
The M109A7 represents the newest model in BAE Systems’ M109 vehicle series. Credit: BAE Systems. BAE Systems has secured a contract valued at $473m from the US Army Contracting Command…
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Rolls-Royce secures order for mtu 199 series engines for Boxer vehicles
Rheinmetall and KNDS Deutschland have ordered 350 mtu engines from Rolls-Royce for new Boxer armoured vehicles. Credit: © Rolls-Royce plc. Rolls-Royce has secured orders to supply 350 maximum transmission unit…
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France fields their first 30 SERVAL armoured vehicles
Troops disembark from a Serval light tactical vehicle. Credit: KNDS France. France’s Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has delivered 30 SERVAL vehicles to the army under its SCORPION programme for new…
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US Army awards Oshkosh contract for 97 FMTV A2 LVAD cargo vehicles
The FMTV A2 LVAD transports necessary equipment, supplies, and support resources. Credit: © Oshkosh Defense, LLC an Oshkosh Corporation Business. Oshkosh Defense has received a contract from the US Army…
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Textron to deliver 65 COMMANDO Select vehicles to Ukraine forces
The COMMANDO Select vehicle is designed for crew protection and increased mobility compared to similar armoured vehicles. Credit: © Textron Inc. Textron Systems has secured a $163.4m contract to supply…
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