UK & Norway join the CAVS programme
On 9 September, the UK and Norway formalised entry into the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme to procure Patria 6×6 APCs—bringing membership to seven nations. The announcement, made at DSEI, signals a push for fleet commonality, simplified sustainment and scalable mission fits. UK minister Luke Pollard and Norway’s Forsvarsmateriell leadership attended the signing. Follow the original for schedule, workshare and projected quantities per participant.
Source: EURO-SD — 9 September 2025
Schiebel showcases next-gen Camcopters
Schiebel unveiled the S-101 and S-301 Camcopters, purpose-built to military standards rather than adapted from commercial designs. DSEI coverage highlights air-vehicle and payload growth paths, maritime operations and export targeting. The company frames the family for ISR, logistics and comms relay roles with modular mission kits and rapid turnround. See the source for sensor options, endurance classes and launch/recovery configurations on show.
Source: Janes — 10 September 2025
Frankenburg debuts ultra short-range C-UAS missile
Estonia’s Frankenburg Technologies presented its Mk1 Ultra Short-Range Air Defence missile. Still in development, it targets C-UAS roles with a 2 km engagement range and 1.5 km ceiling, complementing layered SHORAD concepts proliferating across European armies. The DSEI report outlines planned test milestones, launcher concepts and likely early adopters in small-unit protection and convoy defence.
Source: Overt Defense — 10 September 2025
MBDA’s Akeron MBT 120 extends indirect fire from tanks
MBDA introduced the Akeron MBT 120—an indirect, gun-launched missile enabling NLOS effects from tank formations. The concept promises expanded reach against defiladed and high-value targets while leveraging existing armoured platforms. DSEI coverage explores guidance options, launcher integration and maturation steps ahead of any customer selections.
Source: EDR Magazine — 10 September 2025
Rheinmetall debuts MASS nova shipborne soft-kill
Rheinmetall’s MASS nova advances ship self-protection with new effectors and sequencing for complex missile and seeker threats. The DSEI note places the system within broader naval survivability trends, where soft-kill suites complement hard-kill interceptors and EW decoys. Visit the original for launcher layout, combat-system integration and roadmap to first customer trials.
Source: Janes — 10 September 2025
Fuchs JAGM: mobile tank-destroyer concept
Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin unveiled the Fuchs JAGM concept—pairing the Fuchs Evolution 6×6 with U.S. Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles. The aim is a highly mobile anti-armour solution with precision standoff effects on a proven chassis. DSEI reporting covers turret/launcher options, crew workflow and potential mission sets from overwatch to convoy protection.
Source: Army Recognition — 10 September 2025
BMT reveals modular uncrewed ship concept “MODUS”
BMT introduced MODUS—a modular uncrewed ship concept focused on pace, price and persistence. Pre-concept designs span 40 m and 75 m variants for seabed warfare, ASW and offshore survey roles. The DSEI piece emphasises mass-manufacturable hulls, payload agility and high availability for distributed maritime operations.
Source: Marine Insight — 10 September 2025
BAE FalconWorks & LM Skunk Works partner on UAS
BAE Systems’ FalconWorks and Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works announced a partnership to explore disruptive UAS concepts for the UK. The cooperation is positioned as an R&D bridge across teaming architectures, autonomy stacks and mission-system integration, not as a procurement decision. The original outlines governance, initial work packages and target experimentation timelines.
Source: Janes — 10 September 2025
Lockheed touts TF-50 for UK jet-trainer requirement
Lockheed Martin showcased the TF-50 advanced jet trainer at DSEI, signalling intent to compete for the UK’s future trainer need. A display in RAF Red Arrows colours underscored the company’s pitch on performance, supportability and rapid fielding. The source details configuration, baseline avionics and potential industrial participation.
Source: Janes — 10 September 2025
Atlantic Canada delegation at DSEI 2025
The Atlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association (ACADA) is leading a 30+ company delegation to DSEI, using the Canadian Pavilion for B2B outreach and export development. The mission underscores the region’s marine, aerospace and digital competencies and aims to expand partnerships through targeted engagement across the show week.
Source: Government of Canada — 9 September 2025
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