3D-Printed Munition Dropper Tested by US Troops
The U.S. Army has begun field evaluations of a 3D-printed munition dropper mounted to a small quadcopter, a low-cost concept designed to give platoons organic, on-demand effects when artillery and air support are not immediately available [1]. The prototype—nicknamed Widowmaker—is being tested on the PDW C100 drone and configured to release M67 fragmentation grenades, M18 […]
Autonomous Military Logistics Convoy Debuts
Spain has staged the first European demonstration of an autonomous military logistics convoy. Sener Aerospace & Defence closed out its EU‑funded COMMANDS trials in Seville with a live convoy run. In the demo, Sener’s Naviground autonomy linked with Indra’s battle‑management system on GDELS ASCOD and IVECO Defence Vehicles platforms. As a result, the event shows […]
YFQ‑44 Collaborative Combat Aircraft Flies
The YFQ‑44 Collaborative Combat Aircraft has completed its first flight, bringing both of the U.S. Air Force’s Increment 1 CCA prototypes—YFQ‑42A by GA‑ASI and YFQ‑44A by Anduril—into flight test. The event, conducted on Oct. 31, 2025, marks a pivotal step from paper concepts to flying, semi‑autonomous jet‑class wingmen designed to team with F‑35, F‑15EX and […]
Hitachi’s Drone Wind Modeling Breakthrough
Hitachi’s new drone wind modeling technology makes small drones safer in sudden gusts and strong winds. It measures each aircraft’s wind resistance, builds a digital response model and lets teams test flights in a virtual space. As a result, operators can verify behavior with high precision before deployment in Japan’s dense cities and mountainous corridors […]
Anduril Ghost Shark XL-AUV factory open
Anduril has opened a purpose-built 7,400 m² manufacturing facility in Sydney. The site will scale production of the Anduril Ghost Shark XL-AUV for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). The opening also marks a key milestone: the first production Ghost Shark rolled off the line ahead of schedule. It now enters sea acceptance testing, with delivery planned […]
EU military mobility plan, 2026 push
The EU military mobility plan is moving from slides to the street. Brussels aims to cut cross‑border approvals to 3–5 working days. It will also name priority logistics corridors and fund dual‑use upgrades. As a result, tanks, armoured vehicles, and heavy engineer assets can move at tempo when it matters. The effort sits at the […]
STM completes ALPAGU loitering munition deliveries
STM has completed domestic deliveries of the STM ALPAGU loitering munition, a sub‑2kg, single‑soldier, fixed‑wing strike UAV now entering Türkiye’s inventory after acceptance tests. The milestone strengthens tactical precision‑strike options with day/night EO/IR sensing, AI‑assisted target tracking and MIL‑STD‑331 compliant safety features [1][2]. Key Facts
KSOT Autonomous Submarine Torpedo Test
Indonesia has entered a new phase in undersea warfare. PT PAL and the Indonesian Navy (TNI‑AL) conducted a live torpedo launch from the KSOT autonomous submarine in Surabaya. The firing followed KSOT’s public debut at the Armed Forces’ 80th anniversary parade on 5 October. As a result, Jakarta now signals intent to field weapon‑capable uncrewed submarines and […]
Galvion BATLCHRG: Wireless Power for Troops
Portable power is now a combat capability. Galvion BATLCHRG packages wireless power technology into soldier‑ready and drone‑ready formats, removing cables and connectors from routine charging in vehicles, command posts and forward positions. The approach—built with Quaze Technologies’ magnetic‑resonance transfer—aims to keep radios, sights, NVGs and Group‑1 UAVs topped up without operator action, even under snow […]
Europe’s Defence Readiness vs Russia
Europe defence readiness against Russia is back on the agenda after the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI) released its Balance of Power Review. The study says Europe has the industry, technology and economy to deter Russia by 2030. However, progress depends on political will and a coherent defence‑economic strategy. Key Facts Why the land […]
Gambit 6 UCAV: GA‑ASI adds strike to CCA line
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI) has unveiled Gambit 6, a new unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) that adds air‑to‑ground strike to the company’s collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) family. The reveal took place on 4 November 2025 in Rome during the International Fighter Conference. The Gambit 6 UCAV uses a modular architecture and a signature‑reducing […]
USV Technology Drives the Navy’s Hybrid Fleet
As navies build a hybrid fleet—pairing crewed ships with uncrewed surface vessels (USVs)—USV technology is moving from demo to duty. It cuts cost, speeds refresh, and lowers risk at sea. Recently, L3Harris, Metal Shark, and Red Cat’s Blue Ops announced steps that, together, show how fast the market is maturing. Key Facts Context and the […]
AI and robotics in land defence
Pearson Engineering’s latest initiatives put AI and robotics in land defence at the centre of combat engineering. Beyond marginal efficiency gains, the company is repositioning breaching and route‑opening as data‑driven, optionally crewed missions that compress risk while sustaining tempo. The sponsored brief in Shephard Media sets the stage; this analysis goes deeper on what the […]
Airbus–Thales–Leonardo space merger
Airbus Thales Leonardo space merger aims to build a single European satellite powerhouse with roughly €6.5 billion in annual revenue, a backlog exceeding three years of projected sales, and go‑live in 2027 pending approvals. Beyond scale, the deal targets Europe’s strategic autonomy in orbital infrastructure that underpins telecoms, navigation, Earth observation and defence. Key Facts […]
MURAD 100‑A radar KIZILELMA first flight
Aselsan’s MURAD 100‑A radar KIZILELMA first flight took place on 21 October 2025, as the company flew its active electronically scanned array (AESA) fire‑control radar on Baykar’s carrier‑capable unmanned fighter for the first time. The milestone pushes the UCAV toward sensor‑led air‑combat roles with indigenous BVR capability, multi‑target tracking, and concurrent air‑to‑air/air‑to‑ground tasking. Independent trade […]
Shield AI X‑BAT: AI‑Piloted VTOL Stealth Jet
Shield AI has unveiled X‑BAT, an AI‑piloted, vertical take‑off and landing (VTOL) stealth jet. The aircraft is built for runway‑independent airpower. The reveal took place in Washington, D.C., on 21 October 2025. X‑BAT pairs a fighter‑class afterburning engine with Hivemind autonomy. It also uses a trailer‑based vertical launch and recovery system. Consequently, forces can project […]
MV‑8 Komodo and Mangart 25 AD debut at SIDEC 2025
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XM30 Infantry Fighting Vehicle: U.S. Army’s Next Leap in Mechanized Warfare
The U.S. Army’s XM30 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) is emerging as the service’s defining ground combat platform for the digital age. Developed under the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV) initiative, the XM30 represents a clean-sheet design that abandons the evolutionary path of the M2 Bradley in favour of a networked, hybrid-electric, and AI-enabled future battlefield […]
Marines must stay on offence — tech that keeps them there
The Marine Corps’ warfighting creed — to locate, close with and destroy the enemy by fire and manoeuvre — depends as much on mindset as on materiel. The Marines’ offensive mindset is not nostalgia; it’s operational physics: initiative generates tempo, tempo shapes outcomes. Recent demonstrations of a glide‑capable 155mm manoeuvring round (LRMP) and SpaceX’s Starship […]
Korean Air Showcases Next-Generation UAVs at Seoul ADEX 2025
Korean Air revealed three new unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX) 2025, held from 17–24 October at Seoul Airport in Seongnam and KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. The debut highlights Korea’s growing leadership in unmanned combat technologies and manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) operations. Key Facts Expanding Korea’s UAV Ecosystem […]