2 days agoUSAF Targets Next-Gen Drone to Replace Costly MQ-9A Reaper
The U.S. Air Force is advancing plans to replace the MQ-9A Reaper with a next-generation, cost-effective unmanned aerial system. Emphasizing modularity and resilience against adversarial threats, the move indicates significant shifts in procurement strategies to achieve affordable mass production in future drone capabilities.
11 days agoDepartment of War Establishes Framework for Cognitive Warfare Practices
The 2026 NDAA compels the Department of War to define cognitive warfare, impacting operational design and decision-making processes. This requirement will likely drive procurement opportunities centered on technologies and training programs aimed at enhancing decision resilience against cognitive threats.
13 days agoUK MoD Announces ISTARI Space Surveillance Industry Day for Defence Contractors
The UK Ministry of Defence will host an industry day on June 29, 2026, to discuss the ISTARI space-based ISR programme, valued at up to **£800 million**. The event will provide procurement insights and highlight the use of the Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market as a key route for potential contractors in the defence sector.