Epirus Launches Leonidas H2O: Non-Kinetic Maritime Defence System Targets Drones and Small Boats
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Britain expands AUKUS agenda across underwater drones, artificial intelligence, nuclear submarines and defence-industrial capacity
Britain’s AUKUS agenda extends beyond nuclear-powered submarines to underwater drones, weapons, sensors and artificial intelligence, according to the UK’s 2026 Defence Investment Plan.
Spanish Navy to field three MBDA SIMBAD RC systems, adding new ship defence against sea-skimming missiles, aircraft and drones
MBDA has signed a framework agreement to supply three SIMBAD RC systems to the Spanish Navy, giving the service an anti-missile capability it does not currently have.
Finland orders more than 100 Patria TREMOS mobile mortars and secures options for hundreds more in major Army firepower upgrade
Finland has ordered more than 100 Patria TREMOS mobile mortar systems and secured options for hundreds of additional units.
Lockheed Martin says F-35 global fleet surpasses 1,355 deliveries and one million flight hours amid new allied milestones worldwide
Lockheed Martin said the F-35 had demonstrated its capabilities during Epic Fury, Midnight Hammer, Rough Rider and Rising Lion.
Hanwha broadens Poland defence push beyond artillery with L-SAM, H-SHORAD, counter-drone and laser systems at MSPO 2026
Hanwha Aerospace is expanding its defence offering in Poland beyond artillery, using MSPO 2026 to present a layered air defence portfolio designed for threats ranging from small drones to long-range missiles.
Marine Alutech wins €25.2 million Finnish Navy order for 18 Jurmo-NG troop boats to strengthen mobility in the archipelago
Finland has ordered 18 next-generation Watercat M12 Jurmo-class troop transport boats from Marine Alutech for €25.2 million.
United Kingdom backs new space strategy with £7.8 billion to counter orbital threats and strengthen satellite capabilities
The UK has consolidated £7.8 billion of planned space investment under a new strategy that places defence and national security at the centre of government policy.
Sweden receives first Stridsvagn 123A under wider plan for 110 tank upgrades and 44 new Leopard 2A8s by 2031
Sweden has received its first Stridsvagn 123A main battle tank, marking the initial delivery under a programme covering 110 upgrades and 44 new Leopard 2A8s.
Rafael targets full German production of air defence technology in plan to convert Volkswagen’s Osnabrück site into defence hub
Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems plans to establish production of air defence technology in Germany through a partnership aimed at transforming Volkswagen’s Osnabrück site.
U.S. Army brings high-energy laser weapon into production, adding low-cost firepower against drone threats for combat units
The U.S. Army is moving its first high-energy laser weapon into production, giving combat units a new way to defeat drones.
U.S. Navy’s USS Delaware completes Norway visit as Washington expands undersea operations across strategic High North gateways
The U.S. Navy’s Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Delaware completed a routine port visit to Grøtsund, Norway, on September 7.
Australian Army validates Redback and Huntsman sea transport aboard HMAS Canberra in major fleet modernisation step
The Australian Army has completed sea transport trials of its new AS21 Redback, AS9 Huntsman and AS10 armoured vehicles aboard HMAS Canberra.