Russia
Sea drones halt operations at major Russian oil terminal
Sea drones forced a temporary halt to operations at a major Russian oil terminal, disrupting loading activities and raising energy‑security concerns.
industry
Insights into the global and European drone sector, covering manufacturers, supply chains, and evolving market dynamics.
defense
France orders two Saab GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft
France’s procurement agency contracted Saab on 30 December 2025 to supply two GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft to boost national airborne surveillance and NATO interoperability.
military
Autonomy isn’t capability until it’s tested - Air Force Test Center
The U.S. Air Force Test Center warns that autonomous systems only become reliable military capabilities after rigorous, realistic testing and evaluation.
military
Innovation at Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr
The Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr brought warfighters and technologists together to test and demonstrate drone capabilities.
industry
GA-ASI’s second Blue Magic Netherlands hub doubles European support impact
GA-ASI announced a second Blue Magic Netherlands capability on 18 November to double regional sustainment and support for unmanned systems in Europe.
industry
TEKEVER launches ATLARCTIC with ESA to overhaul maritime and Arctic surveillance
TEKEVER Space has launched the ESA-backed ATLARCTIC project to develop UAS, sensing and communications capabilities for enhanced maritime and Arctic surveillance, supporting European search-and-rescue, environmental monitoring and maritime security.
defense
Helsing equips Eurofighter with AI electronic warfare system
Helsing and Saab Germany will integrate Cirra AI into the Eurofighter Arexis EW suite to improve real-time emitter classification and fighter survivability.
innovation
Drones use thermal imaging to monitor dolphin health
Flinders University validated drone-based infrared thermography, using over 40,000 images and 14 dolphins, to non-invasively measure surface temperature and respiration rates as indicators of dolphin health.
industry
Avon Protection receives European order via NSPA for FM50 respirators
Avon Protection secured a European procurement via NATO’s NSPA to supply FM50 CBRN respirators to allied customers.
nato
NATO DIANA Picks Record 150 Innovators for 2026 Programme
NATO DIANA has selected a record 150 innovators across ten challenge areas for its 2026 Challenge Programme.
eu
Commission signs grants to launch 62 EDF R&D projects for Defence Readiness 2030
The European Commission has begun signing grant agreements with industrial consortia to kickstart 62 collaborative R&D projects awarded under the 2024 European Defence Fund to advance Defence Readiness 2030 priorities.
Local Players
UK Begins Mass Production of SG-1 Fathom Naval Drones for Undersea Surveillance
The UK has initiated mass production of the SG-1 Fathom naval drones, aimed at enhancing the British Navy's undersea surveillance capabilities. These drones are expected to play a crucial role in modern naval operations, contributing to maritime security and intelligence gathering.