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11 February

CortAIx is Thales’ AI accelerator for defense technologies.

Naval Group Expands Role in AI for Naval Combat Through Thales Tie-Up

AI is playing a larger role in France’s defense industrial strategy, shaping how naval combat systems are designed, built, and controlled.

11 February

Americas

Ronald Watkins

Think Tank Calls for Major Expansion of US Air Force Fleet to Counter China

A new policy paper by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies argues the US Air Force must expand its fleet of next‑generation aircraft.

11 February

Europe

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Spain’s New Stealth Drone Takes Center Stage at World Defense Show 2026

Spain is stepping into the spotlight at the World Defense Show 2026, showcasing a stealthy, multi-purpose unmanned aerial vehicle built for high-demand missions.

11 February

Europe

Giulia Bernacchi

SatService Secures German Defense Contract for Q/V-Band Satellite Ground Station

SatService has secured a contract to supply a Q/V-band satellite ground station for scientific and military communications in Germany.

11 February

Europe

Giulia Bernacchi

Sweden to Launch Combat Vehicle 90 Life-Extension Program

Sweden has signed a contract with HB Utveckling AB to launch a life-extension program for all variants of the Combat Vehicle 90.

11 February

Technology

Ethan M. Encarnacion

‘World’s Smallest Autopilot System’ Turns UK Drones Into Smart Strike Munitions

London Defence R&D is aiming to deliver with a tiny autopilot system it says can “transform any class of unmanned aerial vehicle into intelligent precision munition.”

11 February

Sea

Rojoef Manuel

US Navy Rolls Out New ‘Fighting Instructions’ to Reshape Fleet

The US Navy has released new “Fighting Instructions” that set a service-wide framework for combat, preparations, management, and equipment as global competition intensifies.

11 February

Technology

Giulia Bernacchi

Hanwha Teams Up With Estonian Firm on Counter-Drone Technology

Hanwha Aerospace has partnered with Estonian firm Frankenburg Technologies to jointly develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems.

11 February

Middle East

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Saudi Arabia Debuts Fire Support Vehicle With Distinctive Layout, 105mm Punch

From tight city streets to vast desert corridors, Saudi forces can now deliver 105mm firepower with enhanced speed and visibility, thanks to a bold new crew-forward vehicle design.

11 February

Arms