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In response to U.S. Air Force leaders saying they want to backfill a critical shortage of MQ-9A Reapers in the short term and switch to a significantly cheaper aircraft for the same mission in the long term, the manufacturer plans to offer the same solution: a proposal for the larger MQ-9B SeaGuardian. Continue reading
Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated), announced at Eurosatory the market launch of Black Recon, an autonomously launched micro-drone system that delivers continuous, untethered reconnaissance from military vehicles and fixed installations. Continue reading
At this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin, Airbus Defence and Space and leading Ukrainian technological defence company SkyFall signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a strategic partnership. As a drone pioneer, SkyFall combines rapid prototyping with serial manufacturing to deliver advanced unmanned aerial systems for combat missions, logistics, and military reconnaissance. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of State has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Kuwait for purchase of Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Platforms and related equipment. The estimated total cost is $1.98 billion. Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz and the Munich-based technology company TYTAN Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on future cooperation at ILA 2026 (the International Aerospace Exhibition). Continue reading
Airbus Helicopters and Quantum Systems have signed a cooperation agreement at ILA Berlin 2026 to jointly explore the integration of advanced C-UAS interceptors of Quantum Systems capabilities onto Airbus’ military helicopters, beginning with the multi-role H145M. Continue reading
Airbus Defence and Space and Diehl Defence have signed an agreement with the objective to intensify their cooperation in the field of integrated air and missile defence (IAMD), based on both companies’ complementary technical capabilities. The agreement was signed on the occasion of the ongoing ILA Berlin Air Show 2026. Continue reading
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is deepening its footprint in the Dutch innovation ecosystem, with new investments in six Netherlands-based technology companies through its Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) venturing initiative. Continue reading