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As Russia deploys jet-powered Shaheds, companies turn to faster interceptor drones

As Russia deploys jet-powered Shaheds, companies turn to faster interceptor drones

By Cassell Bryan-Low FARNBOROUGH, England, July 21 (Reuters) - As Russia deploys growing numbers of faster jet-propelled versions of its Shahed attack drone, some defence companies are racing to develop a new generation of faster interceptors.
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Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective Patriot Interceptor Amid Rising Demand

Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective Patriot Interceptor Amid Rising Demand

Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective Patriot Interceptor Amid Rising Demand
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Israeli Defense Firms Showcase Advanced Systems at Farnborough Airshow Amid Rising Military Budgets

Israeli Defense Firms Showcase Advanced Systems at Farnborough Airshow Amid Rising Military Budgets

The Farnborough International Airshow commenced with significant participation from Israeli defense companies, including Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. IAI introduced its ELLYON multi-role aircraft, which integrates electronic attack capabilities and advanced intelligence systems. Rafael displayed its Iron Beam high-energy laser air defense system and the Iron Dome, known for intercepting various aerial threats. The event highlighted the increasing demand for defense technologies due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Elbit Systems also showcased its contributions to the British Armed Forces, including electronic warfare technologies and uncrewed aerial systems.
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Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective PAC-3 ACE Interceptor Amid Global Demand

Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective PAC-3 ACE Interceptor Amid Global Demand

Lockheed Martin Introduces Cost-Effective PAC-3 ACE Interceptor Amid Global Demand
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Swedish Air Force's GlobalEye Radar Planes to Enhance NATO's Capabilities

Swedish Air Force's GlobalEye Radar Planes to Enhance NATO's Capabilities

The Swedish Air Force has ordered a trio of Saab GlobalEye radar planes, which are set to complement NATO's existing fleet of airborne early warning and control aircraft. Major General Jonas Wikman, head of the Swedish Air Force, announced that these aircraft will operate alongside NATO's planned purchase of 10 GlobalEyes, which are intended to replace the Boeing E-3 AWACS. This move comes after Sweden placed an order for its third GlobalEye in 2024, and the country has already donated two older Saab 340 radar planes to Ukraine. The GlobalEye aircraft are designed to provide comprehensive airborne early warning and control across multiple domains, enhancing both national and allied defense capabilities.
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A tech innovator and an old guard general are the focus of Ukraine's political crisis

A tech innovator and an old guard general are the focus of Ukraine's political crisis

One is a tech-savvy entrepreneur with no military experience who became Ukraine’s youngest defense minister six months ago, leading it to successes in defending against Russia’s 4-year-old invasion
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NATO Faces Artillery Shortage Amid Ukraine Conflict, Reopens Production Facilities

NATO Faces Artillery Shortage Amid Ukraine Conflict, Reopens Production Facilities

NATO is experiencing a shortage of artillery, particularly the M777 howitzer, due to extensive donations to Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. The M777, a NATO-standard gun, is manufactured by BAE, a British company, which had previously shut down its production plant due to dwindling demand. In response to the shortage, BAE has reopened production facilities in the UK, specifically in Sheffield, to manufacture titanium parts for the howitzers. This move marks a rare instance of re-industrialization, as the company seeks to meet the increased demand for artillery in Ukraine.
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Conflicts, aircraft orders in focus as Farnborough Airshow kicks off

Conflicts, aircraft orders in focus as Farnborough Airshow kicks off

By Joanna Plucinska and Dan Catchpole FARNBOROUGH, England, July 20 (Reuters) - Farnborough Airshow opens on Monday with Boeing and Airbus pursuing aircraft deals and defence firms vying for a share of booming military budgets fuelled by wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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Lockheed to make cheaper Patriot interceptors as air defense demand soars

Lockheed to make cheaper Patriot interceptors as air defense demand soars

By Joe Brock FARNBOROUGH, England, July 20 (Reuters) - Lockheed Martin announced a lower-cost Patriot interceptor on Monday as militaries seek cheaper ways to counter drones and missiles, while defense contractors face competition from startups making low-cost weapons that can be produced at scale.
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Boeing Emphasizes Production Over Orders at Farnborough Airshow Amid Strong Backlog

Boeing Emphasizes Production Over Orders at Farnborough Airshow Amid Strong Backlog

Boeing Emphasizes Production Over Orders at Farnborough Airshow Amid Strong Backlog
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Ukraine's Defense Ministry Codifies Tsyklop Drone to Counter Russian UAVs

Ukraine's Defense Ministry Codifies Tsyklop Drone to Counter Russian UAVs

Ukraine's Defense Ministry has officially codified the Tsyklop interceptor drone, a new addition to its defense arsenal designed to counter Russian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Tsyklop drone is capable of climbing above the maximum flight altitude of Russian strike and reconnaissance UAVs, allowing it to destroy them from a superior position. This drone comes in two variants: a basic model for slower, low-flying targets, and a high-performance version designed to intercept faster drones like the Shahed. The Tsyklop has already proven effective, with the V2 variant reportedly destroying over 100 air targets, including a Russian Shahed over Kursk Oblast. Developed by a Ukrainian enterprise experienced in modern warfare, the Tsyklop is part of a rapidly expanding lineup of interceptors in Ukraine, which has codified 413 unmanned aerial systems in the first half of 2026 alone.
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Boeing's T-7A Pitch to UK Highlights European Production Commitment

Boeing's T-7A Pitch to UK Highlights European Production Commitment

Boeing is collaborating with BAE Systems and Saab to offer the T-7A Red Hawk as a potential replacement for the BAE Hawk T2 in the United Kingdom. This move is part of Boeing's strategy to demonstrate its commitment to local production in Europe. BAE Systems plans to conduct final assembly and development work for the T-7A in the UK, emphasizing the creation of British jobs. Boeing's CEO of Defense, Space, and Security, Steve Parker, highlighted the importance of adapting to the shifting defense procurement landscape in Europe, where international militaries are increasingly looking beyond the U.S. for their needs. The T-7A is being positioned as the most advanced training system for the Royal Air Force.