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February 22, 2026
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France Offers Full IP, Quick Timelines on Engines

India’s engine development strategy prioritizes full technology ownership and domestic production. French collaboration promises comprehensive IP access, local execution, and long-term financial backing, marking a major step toward self-reliance...

February 22, 2026
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200 Indian Jet Orders Key to Embraer Plant Plan

To expand its presence, Embraer plans to assemble E175 regional jets in India, pending large airline commitments. The initiative includes building a local supply chain and partnerships with Indian...

February 22, 2026
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Rafale Pact Revives Su-30MKI Model in New Form

The Rafale negotiations reflect India’s renewed focus on domestic aerospace development. Building on lessons from the Su-30MKI program, the plan emphasizes deeper localization, structured technology sharing, and industrial ecosystem...

February 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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Top EU Powers Unveil Affordable Air Defense Plan

Europe’s leading defense nations have announced a cooperative effort to build cost-effective drones and counter-drone technologies. Driven by battlefield experiences in Ukraine, the LEAP initiative aims to quickly produce...

February 20, 2026
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European Firms Team Up on Defense Systems

Indra and ELT have joined forces to build integrated defense solutions, advancing Europe’s technological independence across land, space, and aerial platforms.

London Backs Deep-Strike UAV Capability

The UK Ministry of Defence strengthened its drone strike capacity by contracting Callen-Lenz to supply advanced one-way attack drones.

Rapid Funding Fuels African Defense Tech

Terra Industries secured major investment to grow manufacturing and deploy advanced drone solutions for infrastructure protection, boosting security and operational efficiency across African nations.

February 20, 2026
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KC-390 Refueling Boom Aimed at USAF

A new partnership between Embraer and Northrop Grumman focuses on enhancing KC-390 tanker functionality by adding boom refueling, making it suitable for US and allied air forces.

February 20, 2026
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Local Support Hub Tied to India C-390 Deal

The partnership between Embraer and Mahindra aims to develop a complete in-country maintenance facility for the C-390 aircraft. This project strengthens local manufacturing, reduces overseas dependency, and supports future...

February 20, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Navy Enhances Subsea Defense Capability

Ultra Maritime will develop the ADC MK6, a modern acoustic defense device that misleads torpedoes using powerful sound signatures. The technology improves reaction speed, protection coverage, and overall naval...