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Sweden clears path for satellite launches from Esrange after SSC Space–FMV agreement

Sweden has signed an agreement between SSC Space and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to develop satellite launch capability at Esrange Space Center, clearing the way for commercial and sovereign launches from the site late this decade and setting a government-backed timeline.

2026-03-24T12:54:52.425259-07:00

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The uncrewed revolution is here: GA‑ASI positions fielded UAS as the answer to modern warfare

2026-03-24T13:14:38.660462-07:00

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DOT&E 2025: US Navy aviation programmes face persistent testing and readiness challenges

2026-03-24T13:14:36.189779-07:00

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US says precision-munition stocks sufficient for sustained Iran operations — contradicting industry warnings

2026-03-24T13:14:35.798695-07:00

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The uncrewed revolution is here: GA‑ASI positions fielded UAS as the answer to modern warfare Recent conflicts have shown uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) are reshaping combat, and GA‑ASI says it is delivering the platforms, autonomy and weapons integration governments need to compete and win. The company frames fielded UAS as an urgent operational response to changing battlefield requirements.

2026-03-24T13:14:38.660462-07:00

The uncrewed revolution is here: GA‑ASI positions fielded UAS as the answer to modern warfare

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DOT&E 2025: US Navy aviation programmes face persistent testing and readiness challenges DOT&E's 2025 annual report says several U.S. Navy aviation programmes continue to face testing and readiness challenges, noting gaps across service flight systems. The report singles out programs including the Bell Boeing CMV‑22B tiltrotor as focal points for progress toward full capability and certification.

2026-03-24T13:14:36.189779-07:00

DOT&E 2025: US Navy aviation programmes face persistent testing and readiness challenges

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US says precision-munition stocks sufficient for sustained Iran operations — contradicting industry warnings US defence officials say precision-munition stockpiles are sufficient to sustain operations against Iran. That assessment clashes with years of warnings from military leaders and industry executives about a persistent gap between production capacity and battlefield demand for guided bombs and other precision ordnance.

2026-03-24T13:14:35.798695-07:00

US says precision-munition stocks sufficient for sustained Iran operations — contradicting industry warnings

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Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani unveils five‑year industrial plan targeting manned and unmanned systems Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani has unveiled a five‑year industrial plan focused on growing manned and unmanned systems businesses. The programme prioritises expansion across helicopters, tiltrotors, unmanned aerial systems and integrated defence solutions as the company seeks new contracts, capabilities and revenue streams through 2030.

2026-03-24T13:14:35.637765-07:00

Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani unveils five‑year industrial plan targeting manned and unmanned systems

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Sweden clears path for satellite launches from Esrange after SSC Space–FMV agreement Sweden has signed an agreement between SSC Space and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to develop satellite launch capability at Esrange Space Center, clearing the way for commercial and sovereign launches from the site late this decade and setting a government-backed timeline.

2026-03-24T12:54:52.425259-07:00

Sweden clears path for satellite launches from Esrange after SSC Space–FMV agreement

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MHI and Shield AI complete rapid Hivemind autonomous flight tests in Japan Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Shield AI completed autonomous flight tests in Japan after integrating Shield’s Hivemind autonomy software into an MHI prototype drone in under two months. The sorties demonstrated coordinated manoeuvres, on‑air learning and rapid software‑to‑aircraft integration on a Japanese platform.

2026-03-24T12:54:51.779752-07:00

MHI and Shield AI complete rapid Hivemind autonomous flight tests in Japan

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Indonesia set to be first export customer for Korea's KF-21 with 16‑jet deal expected on Prabowo's South Korea visit Indonesia is poised to become the first export customer for Korea Aerospace Industries' KF-21 fighter, with a 16‑aircraft deal expected during President Prabowo Subianto's visit to South Korea from 31 March to 2 April. The purchase would mark the KF-21's first overseas sale and a milestone for KAI's export push.

2026-03-24T12:54:50.180133-07:00

Indonesia set to be first export customer for Korea's KF-21 with 16‑jet deal expected on Prabowo's South Korea visit

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Lockheed Martin, WZL‑1 to localize sustainment for Poland's AH‑64E Apache sensors Lockheed Martin has partnered with Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 1 (WZL‑1) to provide in‑country sustainment for sensors on Poland's incoming AH‑64E Apache fleet. The agreement covers TADS/PNVS electro‑optical suites and the Longbow fire‑control radar, supporting Warsaw's 2024 purchase of 96 AH‑64Es.

2026-03-24T12:54:48.369294-07:00

Lockheed Martin, WZL‑1 to localize sustainment for Poland's AH‑64E Apache sensors

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Sweden clears path for satellite launches from Esrange after SSC Space–FMV agreement

The uncrewed revolution is here: GA‑ASI positions fielded UAS as the answer to modern warfare

DOT&E 2025: US Navy aviation programmes face persistent testing and readiness challenges

US says precision-munition stocks sufficient for sustained Iran operations — contradicting industry warnings

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