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UK’s New Medium Helicopter Deal Finalisation on Horizon, Alludes Leonardo CEO
News•Feb 26, 2026

UK’s New Medium Helicopter Deal Finalisation on Horizon, Alludes Leonardo CEO

Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani indicated that the UK Ministry of Defence will announce the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) contract within days, ending weeks of speculation. Leonardo is the only bidder for the £1 billion (US$1.3 billion) programme, positioning the company to secure a pivotal defence deal. The CEO expressed optimism despite previous MoD delays, suggesting a rapid decision on the selection. A final award would lock in a long‑term platform for the British armed forces and a significant revenue stream for Leonardo.

By Shephard Media
UK Royal Navy Notes Hybrid Air Wing Progress with Eyes on Peregrine Drone Development
News•Feb 26, 2026

UK Royal Navy Notes Hybrid Air Wing Progress with Eyes on Peregrine Drone Development

The UK Royal Navy’s Maritime Aviation Transformation (MATX) programme is advancing toward a hybrid air wing by 2040, with recent progress highlighted at the Defence IQ International Military Helicopter 2026 conference. Officials confirmed ongoing discussions to expand the deployment of the Peregrine...

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Golden Dome for America Hits One-Year Mark but Key Questions Remain on Its Progress
News•Feb 26, 2026

Golden Dome for America Hits One-Year Mark but Key Questions Remain on Its Progress

One year after its launch, the Pentagon’s Golden Dome for America program aims to create a layered “shield” of sensors and interceptors to protect the U.S. homeland from aerial threats. The effort, a complex system‑of‑systems, is hampered by inter‑service integration...

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Middle East UAV Market Underscored by $17bn in Unsigned Deals
News•Feb 25, 2026

Middle East UAV Market Underscored by $17bn in Unsigned Deals

The Middle East UAV market still has about $17 billion in pending contracts, according to Shephard Defence Insight. Saudi Arabia leads the pipeline, eyeing MQ‑9B and Gambit systems, while other regional programs remain unawarded. Recent trade shows in Dubai, Abu Dhabi...

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US Air Force Pushes Sentinel’s Initial Capability to Early 2030s Despite China’s Nuclear Progress
News•Feb 25, 2026

US Air Force Pushes Sentinel’s Initial Capability to Early 2030s Despite China’s Nuclear Progress

The U.S. Air Force has pushed the LGM‑35A Sentinel’s initial capability from the original 2029 target to the early 2030s after a series of cost overruns and schedule slips. A Milestone B decision to move the program into engineering and manufacturing...

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How the Golden Fleet Will Change the US Navy Acquisition Process
News•Feb 24, 2026

How the Golden Fleet Will Change the US Navy Acquisition Process

The U.S. Navy’s Golden Fleet program introduces a streamlined acquisition model that leans heavily on artificial‑intelligence‑enabled design and scheduling tools. By expanding the vendor base and forging deeper industry partnerships, the initiative seeks to cut red tape and accelerate shipbuilding...

By Shephard Media
Ireland Predicted to Make French Connection for Vehicle Buy
News•Feb 24, 2026

Ireland Predicted to Make French Connection for Vehicle Buy

Ireland is preparing to replace its aging RG‑32M 4×4 armoured patrol vehicles and Piranha III 8×8 personnel carriers with platforms from France’s Scorpion programme. French media suggest the deal could also bundle CAESAR 155 mm self‑propelled artillery, even though Ireland has not...

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Leonardo UK “Optimistic” On Further Proteus Funding, Confirms International Interest
News•Feb 24, 2026

Leonardo UK “Optimistic” On Further Proteus Funding, Confirms International Interest

Leonardo UK announced optimism about securing additional funding for its Proteus autonomous‑system demonstrator ahead of the UK Defence Investment Plan. The programme, backed by a £60 million MoD contract awarded in 2022, completed its maiden flight in January 2026, proving key...

By Shephard Media
What Capabilities Are Being Tested Under AUKUS Pillar II?
News•Feb 23, 2026

What Capabilities Are Being Tested Under AUKUS Pillar II?

Under AUKUS Pillar II, Australia, the UK and the US are testing next‑generation autonomous and uncrewed maritime capabilities. The latest Maritime Big Play exercise in Australia featured live‑fire trials of C2 Robotics’ Speartooth large uncrewed underwater vehicle and involved around 30 emerging systems....

By Shephard Media
Scaling for Diverse Fleet Needs: How Many CCA Will Be Acquired per Crewed Aircraft?
News•Feb 23, 2026

Scaling for Diverse Fleet Needs: How Many CCA Will Be Acquired per Crewed Aircraft?

The defence sector lacks a standard ratio of uncrewed to crewed aircraft, as collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) capabilities and national requirements differ widely. Medium‑altitude long‑endurance (MALE) CCAs are positioned as cost‑effective, low‑risk platforms that can operate in mixed formations with...

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Focus on Economy over Capability Highlights the Cost Imperative for CCA Success
News•Feb 20, 2026

Focus on Economy over Capability Highlights the Cost Imperative for CCA Success

The Shephard Defence Insight report highlights that cost, not just capability, will dominate the collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) market. The U.S. Air Force’s Increment 1 CCA program aims for airframes priced around $25 million, forcing manufacturers to prioritize affordability. The XQ‑58 Valkyrie,...

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France and India Secure Long-Term Defence Roadmap Built on Shared Production
News•Feb 20, 2026

France and India Secure Long-Term Defence Roadmap Built on Shared Production

During President Emmanuel Macron’s February visit, France and India signed 21 defence agreements cementing a decade‑long roadmap worth $40‑50 billion. The pact expands Rafale fighter production, launches a Safran‑led M88 engine assembly line in India, and creates a Bharat Electronics‑Safran joint...

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US Navy to Deploy UAVs with Standard Munitions in Long-Range Strikes
News•Feb 19, 2026

US Navy to Deploy UAVs with Standard Munitions in Long-Range Strikes

The U.S. Navy’s Runway Independent Maritime & Expeditionary Strike (RIMES) program is seeking unmanned aerial vehicles capable of launching standard 1,000‑lb class munitions from ships or austere shore sites. The Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit has issued a solicitation,...

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Turkey Targets Italian Market with Strategic Partnership on USVs and Hybrid Platforms
News•Feb 19, 2026

Turkey Targets Italian Market with Strategic Partnership on USVs and Hybrid Platforms

Turkey’s defence firms Havelsan and VN Maritime have signed a strategic MoU with Italy’s Piloda Defence to develop uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) and hybrid naval platforms. The partnership targets a first procurement contract in Italy by the first half of...

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US Army Plans Q2 Prototype Proposal Request for Its Mobile Tactical Cannon Programme
News•Feb 19, 2026

US Army Plans Q2 Prototype Proposal Request for Its Mobile Tactical Cannon Programme

The U.S. Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) program seeks a 155 mm wheeled, self‑propelled artillery system to replace the towed M777 howitzer across Stryker, Mobile and Infantry Brigade Combat Teams. A Request for Prototype Proposals will be issued in Q2 FY 2026,...

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