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Cohort Group showcases latest innovations in underwater and surface defence technology at EURONAVAL

Cohort, the independent defence technology group, is showcasing the latest maritime defence technologies from across its businesses at EURONAVAL 2026, 3-6 November.

Across its specialist businesses, the Group will present technologies spanning underwater surveillance and threat detection, ship and fleet protection, secure communications, as well as target tracking and fire control. These support naval customers across increasingly complex surface and subsurface environments. As navies respond to rapidly evolving and contested maritime environments, the…

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AdaCore

AdaCore co-organises and exhibits at the High Integrity Software Conference 2026 in Birmingham

AdaCore joins Capgemini and Rapita Systems to organize HISC 2026 at The Vox in Birmingham on 13 October, and will present a session on agentic AI workflows backed by formal methods.

AdaCore, a provider of software development and verification tools for safety-critical and high-integrity systems, is looking ahead to the High Integrity Software Conference (HISC) 2026. The conference takes place on Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at The Vox, Birmingham. AdaCore organizes HISC alongside Capgemini and Rapita Systems. HISC brings together software engineering practitioners, decision-…

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Teledyne FLIR

New FLIR RS8480 Brings HD MWIR Detail to Proven Long-Range Science Camera Platform

New smaller form-factor HD MWIR camera delivers four times the pixels of standard VGA for long-range radiometric measurement

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today launched the RS8480, the first smaller form-factor, high definition midwave infrared (HD MWIR) science camera in the RS lineup. Combining a new 1280 × 1024 HD MWIR sensor with the proven RS6780 chassis, the RS8480 brings increased detail and measurement capability to long-range science applications while retaining familiar optics,…

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Nicomatic

Nicomatic UK Achieves EN9100 Certification: A Milestone Built on Team Excellence

Nicomatic UK is proud to announce the receipt of its EN9100 Certificate of Approval. This significant milestone reflects our commitment to quality, continuous improvement and the highest standards of performance across the aerospace, defence and space industries.   What is EN9100?   EN9100 is the internationally recognised quality management standard specifically developed for the aerospace,…

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Babcock

MOD receives new signal intelligence capability from Babcock’s AI-powered Nomad platform

Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company has supplied its innovative AI-powered signal intelligence platform Nomad to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). The contract fulfils an urgent operational requirement for the UK’s Armed Forces. Nomad is our first fully AI-powered product designed to support military and security teams on the front line in contested environments,…

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Babcock

Babcock to partner with uncrewed ground vehicle experts DCE on UK and international opportunities

Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, and UK uncrewed ground vehicle specialist Digital Concepts Engineering (DCE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to collaborate on the development, manufacture, integration and support of uncrewed ground systems for UK and international customers. The agreement brings together DCE’s specialist…

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908 Devices

ISADE – International Symposium on the Analysis and Detection of Explosives

Rotterdam, The Netherlands | September 13-18

For over forty years, ISADE has been the leading global conference focused on the forensic and security aspects of chemical science. Held every three years, it brings together top minds from government, law enforcement, academia, and industry to collaborate on explosives detection, attribution, and forensics. Attendees can expect a comprehensive program covering the technical responses to recent…

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908 Devices

COTS, Mission-Specific Modification, and the New Defense Buying Mindset

The Procurement Shift Is Bigger Than Software

The U.S. Department of War is under sustained pressure to deliver operational capability faster. This requires more than shortening individual acquisition steps, it requires changing the starting point. Instead of assuming that each mission requirement demands a new development program, acquisition teams are increasingly looking first at what already exists in the commercial market. The…

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Calian

Calian showcases growing Allied defence capabilities as Canada takes centre stage at MSPO 2026

During MSPO 2026, Calian Group Ltd, (TSX: CGY) will showcase its growing contribution to NATO and Allied operational readiness.

MSPO 2026 conference will take place September 8 to 11 in Kielce, Poland. Canada is Lead Nation at this year’s exhibition, bringing its largest-ever presence to MSPO as it assumes greater responsibility for European and transatlantic security. Calian arrives with more than 15 years of experience supporting NATO and Allied forces across over 75 large-scale exercises. Its work spans strategic and…

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AEI Systems

AEI Systems Ready to Put British Medium-Calibre Capability Centre Stage at MSPO 2026 and DVD2026

The UK’s largest medium-calibre cannon producer will showcase their VENOM LR 30mm gun as it secures international export opportunities and strengthens engagement with the British Army. Ascot, United Kingdom – 25 August 2026 – With just two weeks remaining until MSPO 2026, AEI Systems is completing preparations for two major defence exhibitions in September: the International Defence Industry…

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Nicomatic

The Modular Micro-Connector Built for Harsh Environments: DDM Connectors by Nicomatic

In today’s systems, whether in defence, space, avionics or industrial electronics, performance, reliability and adaptability are non-negotiable. Designed specifically for harsh environments, our DMM (2mm pitch metal) connectors deliver on all fronts. Backed by full compliance with MIL-DTL-83513G, DMM connectors offer a modular, high-density interconnect solution that combines power, signal, and…

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Teledyne FLIR

Teledyne FLIR OEM Selected for U.S. Army DUTCH Award to Advance Next-Generation Uncooled Thermal Imaging

Award strengthens trusted domestic thermal imaging industrial base, critical to defense modernization and uncrewed systems priorities Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY), announced it was selected to support the U.S. Army’s Delivering Unmatched Thermal Capability Hastened (DUTCH) initiative, led by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical…

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AdaCore

AdaCore Appoints Radhika Holowko as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Next Stage of Growth

AdaCore, a trusted provider of tools and technologies for high-integrity, safety-critical, and secure software development, today announced the appointment of Radhika Holowko as Chief Revenue Officer.

The appointment marks the next stage in AdaCore's growth strategy, following the company's 2025 expansion through its merger with CodeSecure. Building on that expansion, AdaCore is investing in future development and broader market reach with a strengthened commercial leadership team. As Chief Revenue Officer, Holowko will lead the company's revenue strategy across its global markets, aligning…

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Calian

Calian UK Secures CAD$296 Million, 15-Year British Army Training Agreement

As part of Raytheon UK-led Omnia Training, Calian will help modernize British Army collective training to prepare soldiers and commanders for future operational environments

Calian Group Ltd. (TSX: CGY), a mission-critical solutions company focused on defence, space, healthcare and other strategic infrastructure sectors, today announced that its UK subsidiary, Calian UK, has secured a 15-year agreement with Raytheon UK, the consortium lead for Omnia Training, to support the British Army's Collective Training Service (ACTS) programme. Raytheon is an RTX business. The…

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NP Aerospace

United Shield International and NP Aerospace Join Forces to Enhance Support for US Law Enforcement Bomb Disposal Teams

NP Aerospace, the global armor manufacturer, has formed a strategic partnership with United Shield International, a US manufacturer and specialist provider of advanced ballistic and blast protection solutions for law enforcement and military customers.

The partnership brings together two complementary businesses that will strengthen the delivery and through-life support for the NP Aerospace 4030 ELITE Bomb Suit and Helmet System across the US law enforcement market. The collaboration combines NP Aerospace’s advanced protective technology and EOD suit capabilities with United Shield International’s specialist law enforcement expertise,…

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AdaCore

AdaCore Reports Growth in Memory-Safe Language Design Wins Across US Aerospace and Defense Programs

Rust, Ada, and SPARK adoption accelerates as new independent VDC Strategy research quantifies the safety, schedule, and cost advantages of memory-safe languages

AdaCore, the provider of software development and verification tools for safety- and security-critical systems, today reported a significant increase in design wins across US Aerospace and Defense (A&D) programs that rely on memory-safe programming languages. The growth spans AdaCore's Ada and SPARK toolchain, long a gold standard for certified avionics and defense software, and Rust, an…

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AEI Systems

AEI Systems to attend MSPO 2026

The 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition, MSPO 2026, taking place at Targi Kielce, Poland, from 8th to 11th September 2026.

AEI Systems, the British medium-calibre weapon specialist and a core company of SYS Group, today announced its participation in the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition, MSPO 2026, taking place at Targi Kielce, Poland, from 8th to 11th September 2026. The company’s participation follows the highly successful Close Combat Symposium 2026 in the United Kingdom, where AEI Systems…

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Babcock

Babcock and Supacat to collaborate on Light Mobility Vehicle programme

Babcock International Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with British defence SME Supacat

Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with British defence SME Supacat, to collaborate on its proposed replacement for the outgoing British Army Land Rover as part of the Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) competition. The MoU builds on the strong relationship between two iconic names in British defence following the completion of…

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Babcock

Landmark moment as final Jackal 3 rolls off Babcock production for British Army

Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, has reached a landmark milestone on its Jackal 3 delivery programme, with the final vehicles rolling off the production line in Devonport, Plymouth.

Babcock has built and delivered 123 Jackal 3 and Jackal 3 Extenda vehicles with Supacat, a defence engineering SME, for the British Army. The final vehicle to roll off the line was Supacat’s six-wheeled Extenda variant – with this vehicle undergoing testing before joining the British Army’s operational fleet. Completion of the programme provides the British Army with one of the most versatile…

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AEI Systems

AEI Systems Announces Sponsorship of Close Combat Symposium 2026 with Live Fire Demonstration of the VENOM LR Weapon System

AEI Systems, the British medium-calibre gun specialist and a core company of SYS Group, is proud to announce sponsorship of the Close Combat Symposium (CCS) 2026, one of the UK’s most prestigious land warfare events which is hosted by the British Army.

AEI Systems, the British medium-calibre gun specialist and a core company of SYS Group, is proud to announce sponsorship of the Close Combat Symposium (CCS) 2026, one of the UK’s most prestigious land warfare events which is hosted by the British Army. As an official sponsor of the symposium, AEI Systems will showcase the latest evolution of British medium-calibre firepower through a series of…

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