Raytheon secures $760m contract for AMRAAM support
AMRAAM remains one of the most widely used beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles in service, with integration across a wide range of U.S. and allied aircraft.
UK to build surveillance aircraft for America in new deal
The Ministry of Defence has announced that Britain will help build military aircraft for the United States for the first time in more than fifty years, under a new contract with Boeing.
Lithuania’s Granta unveils X-WING loitering munition
Lithuanian drone company Granta Autonomy has revealed its new X-WING loitering munition system, designed to combine vertical take-off with fixed-wing endurance, the company stated.
Britain says Typhoon will remain backbone of air power
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed that the Eurofighter Typhoon will continue to underpin Britain’s combat air capabilities well into the 2040s, bridging the gap until the arrival of the Tempest next-generation fighter.
UK details anti-drone unit support for police events
While some details were withheld for security reasons, the MoD listed several deployments in support of UK police forces.
Plans to boost UK drone capability
On 9 September, Edward Morello MP asked the Ministry of Defence what steps were being taken to improve Britain’s domestic capability in drone technology production.
NATO ISR Force in Sigonella marks 10th anniversary
The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) has celebrated its 10th anniversary with a ceremony at Italian Air Force Base Sigonella, NATO stated.
MOD outlines plan for autonomous platforms in UK forces
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that high numbers of autonomous collaborative platforms will be integrated into the UK’s armed forces over the next five years.
MBDA unveils SPEAR GLIDE as low-cost precision weapon
MBDA has added a new SPEAR GLIDE variant to its weapons portfolio, presenting it at #DSEI2025 as a lower-cost option designed for high-rate production and rapid entry into service.
UK seeks new light aircraft in Project TELUM
The UK has signalled the start of Project TELUM, a future contract to provide aerobatic-capable light training aircraft, qualified instructors, and support services for flying training.
