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March 17, 2026
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UAS Boost as AeroVironment Acquires ESAero

AeroVironment has expanded its defense capabilities through the acquisition of ESAero, a California-based drone manufacturer, in a deal valued at around $200 million. This acquisition strengthens AeroVironment’s ability to...

March 13, 2026
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Athens Moves Ahead With New Combat UAV Deals

The Hellenic Centre for Defence Innovation has launched several new projects to expand Greece’s military drone capabilities. Four recently signed contracts focus on the development of combat UAV technologies,...

March 12, 2026
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Canberra Expands Autonomous Maritime Systems

Australia has approved a major investment to expand its fleet of Bluebottle unmanned surface vessels used for maritime surveillance. The government allocated 176 million Australian dollars to acquire 40...

March 12, 2026
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Spain Moves Ahead With UAV Manufacturing Hub

Indra Group has partnered with engineering consultancy Tresca to build a new drone manufacturing facility in León as European demand for unmanned systems continues to grow. The planned facility...

March 12, 2026
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Cobra Gold Exercise Uses Hammerhead Targets

During the multinational military drill Cobra Gold in Thailand, QinetiQ Target Systems Canada supplied Hammerhead unmanned surface vehicle targets to simulate maritime threats. Cobra Gold is regarded as one...

March 12, 2026
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New Long-Range Combat UAV Unveiled by India

India is strengthening its long-range strike capabilities with the development of Project KAL by IG Defence. The one-way attack drone is designed to carry explosive warheads and conduct precision...

March 12, 2026
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Kraken to Deliver USVs for Hybrid Fleet Plan

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the procurement of uncrewed surface vessels as part of efforts to transform the Royal Navy into a hybrid maritime...

March 11, 2026
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Pentagon Trials Laser Counter-Drone System

The US Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration have carried out a joint test of high-energy laser technology aimed at countering drones. The evaluation took place at...

March 10, 2026
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New AI System Enhances UAV Intelligence

Mobix Labs has demonstrated a new AI-enabled drone system designed to enhance real-time threat detection and surveillance capabilities. During recent field trials, the platform successfully integrated autonomous flight technology...

March 6, 2026
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EU Plans Advanced Hybrid UAV Program

Europe is studying a new hybrid drone concept after the European Defence Agency tasked Survey Copter with developing a multi-mission unmanned aircraft design. Based on Airbus’ Capa-X UAS architecture,...