SuperQ Quantum Selects for Canadian Government-Backed Dual-Use U.S. Defence Program
SuperQ Quantum Computing has been selected by the Canadian government for the Canada and Q-Branch Dual-Use Accelerator, a program led by Q-branch in partnership with the Canadian Consulate General in Dallas. The accelerator is designed to support SuperQ's strategic expansion into the U.S. defence, federal, and industrial markets. As part of this cohort, SuperQ will participate in Fed Supernova 2026, North America's premier defence innovation mega-event in Austin, Texas. The Accelerator targets high-potential Canadian deep-technology companies with readiness to establish or scale their presence across the US defence agencies, federal procurement channels, and critical commercial sectors. SuperQ plans to use this accelerator to fast-track U.K. market adoption of its flagship hybrid classical-quantum orchestration platform, SuperTM, the hybrid operating system, Super OSTM, and the post-quantumi cybersecurity suite, SuperPQCTM.
Magellan Aerospace wins Canada contract to establish domestic M72 anti-tank weapon production for Armed Forces supply
Magellan Aerospace has been awarded a contract by the Government of Canada to produce the M72 Light Anti-Tank Weapon under the country's Munitions Supply Program. The agreement aims to establish domestic manufacturing capacity for a widely fielded shoulder-launched anti-armour weapon. Magellan claims the contract supports Canada's sovereign defence industrial base and strengthens its ability to manufacture and sustain key munitions for the Canadian Armed Forces. The move is part of Canada's wider effort to improve defence production capacity and supply chain resilience. The M-72 LAW is described by Magellan as one of the world's most widely fielded and combat-proven shoulder-launch anti-armsour weapons.
Saab and CAE Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Gripen in Canada - MilitaryLeak.COM
Saab and CAE have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deliver advanced fighter pilot training, mission systems engineering, and support sustainment capabilities in Canada if the Government of Canada adds Gripen E to the Royal Canadian Air Force’s future fighter capability. The agreement builds on the longstanding expertise of both companies and reinforces Saab’�s commitment to delivering sovereign Canadian capability that would create high-value work opportunities, strengthen Canada’S defence industrial base, and maintain operational readiness for decades. CAE would play a central role in establishing and operating a Canadian-based training ecosystem for Gripen pilots and technicians. The collaboration would also establish CAE at the centre of critical sovereign capabilities in the development and management of sensitive operational and mission systems information. The partnership would provide Canada with the capability to independently support future mission system enhancements and upgrades, strengthening Canada‘s operational sovereignty and long-term sustainment capacity.
MD-based Lockheed to make cheaper Patriot interceptors
Lockheed Martin has announced a lower-cost Patriot interceptor, PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector, or ACE, designed to cost less than half as much as its PAC-2 MSE interceptors, which cost roughly $4 million per missile. Initial production could start in 2028 and Lockheed plans to develop and manufacture the weapon with U.S. and European industry partners. The company will reduce some of the most expensive components, including solid rocket motors and seekers, to reduce costs. The ACE missile would bridge the gap between low-cost drone interceptors and the PAC- 3 MSE, the Patriot system’s premier interceptor. The announcement reflects efforts by U.K. defense companies to tap a European rearmament boom fueled by Russia’�s war in Ukraine.
Raytheon UK presents ‘first sovereign’ precision weapon Red Kite
Raytheon UK has introduced its first sovereign precision weapon, Red Kite, at the Farnborough International Airshow. The weapon is fully designed and digitally engineered within the UK, a collaboration between Raytheon and a consortium of British defence partners. It uses advanced digital modelling techniques to progress rapidly from concept to prototype and is designed to provide a cost-effective solution aimed at enhancing operational flexibility for the Royal Air Force (RAF). Red KITE is based on the existing StormBreaker airframe, which allows for compatibility with various air platforms. The project is expected to support around 140 highly skilled jobs across England, Scotland, and Wales.
The Future of American Drone Manufacturing
The Future of American Drone Manufacturing is uncertain as companies develop increasingly capable unmanned aircraft for defense, public safety, and commercial applications across the country. However, the challenge is to manufacture at scale and beyond. The U.S. Army has acknowledged this challenge, with Lt. Gen. Christopher Mohan, Acting Commander of Army Materiel Command, stating that while the Army knows how to manufacture traditional military equipment, unmanned aircraft require capabilities the current industrial base isn't built to support. The Army has launched SkyFoundry - a distributed manufacturing initiative to modernize domestic drone production and support manufacturing at unprecedented scale. The challenge lies in building thousands of drones efficiently, consistently, securely, and with complete supply-chain visibility. As demand grows, success will depend on automation, traceability, and the ability to manufacture on a scale.
Qarbon Aerospace Expands Texas Headquarters With Classified Defense Manufacturing Facility
Qarbon Aerospace is expanding its defense manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a 55,000-square-foot classified production space at its headquarters in Red Oak, Texas. The expansion will add ICD 705-compliant classified manufacturing capabilities to Qarbon’s existing campus, which includes over 772,000 square feet of advanced aerostructures manufacturing space. The space will include composite manufacturing, assembly, and administrative operations designed to meet U.S. government requirements for handling classified defense work. The new facility is intended to strengthen Qarbon's ability to serve defense prime contractors and support classified programs. The investment reflects increasing demand for manufacturing partners that can produce advanced composite aerostructureures within secure environments.
UK defence outlines SME push at Farnborough as air and space spending rises
UK Defence Minister Lord Coaker has outlined a push at the Farnborough International Airshow to encourage smaller aerospace and defence companies to take a larger role in military procurement and innovation. This comes as the government announces increasing defence spending, with £31 billion allocated to air and space and a broader overhaul under new investment and industrial strategies. The government is using the Farnboro event as a route for SMEs and start-ups to access defence supply chain opportunities more directly. Coaker highlighted measures such as simplified MOD structures and a Defence Office for Small Business Growth to deliver a 50% increase in spending with small and medium-sized firms. He also highlighted a £182 million skills package aimed at helping companies recruit, train and retain workers needed for sector expansion.
Cytta Corp.: Why U.S. Drone Manufacturing Still Can't Scale
Cytta Corp. and Cytta Air are highlighting why the U.S. military is struggling to scale the development of unmanned aircraft for defense, public safety, and commercial applications. The Army has acknowledged this challenge, with Lt. Gen. Christopher Mohan, Acting Commander of Army Materiel Command, stating that while the Army knows how to manufacture traditional military equipment, unmanned aircraft require capabilities the current industrial base isn't built to support. The company has launched SkyFoundry - a distributed manufacturing initiative to modernize domestic drone production and support manufacturing at unprecedented scale. The challenge is to build thousands of units efficiently, consistently, securely, and with complete supply-chain visibility. Successful production will depend on automation, digital traceability, resilient domestic supply chains, and the ability to manufacture at scale.
Cytta Air envisions three lines, each making one drone every 40–60 seconds
The U.S. has a manufacturing problem, with companies developing increasingly capable unmanned aircraft for defense, public safety, and commercial applications. However, the challenge is to produce thousands of units efficiently, consistently, securely, and with complete supply-chain visibility. The U.K. Army has acknowledged this challenge, launching SkyFoundry - a distributed manufacturing initiative to modernize domestic drone production and support manufacturing at scale. The issue is not unique to the commercial drone industry, as Chinese manufacturer DJI emerged as the dominant global manufacturer. As demand shifts towards American-built, NDAA-aligned systems with secure domestic supply chains, manufacturing excellence is becoming crucial as customers increasingly demand complete digital traceability, real-time inventory visibility, and confidence in every critical component.
Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard MP, keynote speech at AGF Defence Summit, Farnborough International Air show.
Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard MP, delivered keynote speech at AGF Defence Summit, Farnborough International Air show. He highlighted the Defence Investment Plan (DIP), which includes £5 billion in drones and advanced uncrewed uncrewled combat jets, and a £298 billion down payment over the next four years to deliver the 62 recommendations of the Strategic Defence Review. The plan is also supporting the Royal Air Force and the aerospace sector, with £31 billion investing into air and space over the coming years. Pollard also highlighted the support for Europe’s first uncreweled combat jets through the StormFighter Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme. He emphasised the need for a new ring-fenced annual budget for defence innovation and the need to attract more orders from allies and a more resilient economy.
Trump signs executive order to secure US defence supply chains - Ujyaalo Nepal
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at strengthening America's defence supply chains. The order includes regulatory action requiring more comprehensive supply chain mapping for critical supply chains and encourages defence contractors to qualify for new domestic sources of critical minerals, materials, and components used in designated national security procurements. This comes as part of the Trump administration's efforts to ensure America's "military dominance". The Fact Sheet highlighted that despite longstanding restrictions on the use of sensitive materials from geopolitical adversaries, supply chain resilience and domestic production has been under-prioritised.
UK plant will begin assembling next-gen surveillance gear
Teledyne FLIR Defense has announced that it will begin assembling its Star SAFIRE line of thermal imaging camera systems at its facility in West Malling, Kent. The move follows more than two years of planning and approval to produce the advanced surveillance systems locally for the UK Ministry of Defence. The Star SAFRE is a family of gimbal-mounted camera turrets that combine thermal imaging, high-definition color cameras, and a laser rangefinder or designator to accurately measure distance to a target or mark it for a guided weapon. Craig Cooper, Director and Site Lead at TeledyneFLIR Defense, said the decision was made in response to political pressure on defense manufacturers to invest domestically. The company is also working on plans to assemble surveillance systems across continental Europe in response the European Defense Industrial Strategy, the European Union's framework for strengthening domestic defense manufacturing capacity across member states.
Global Market: Private capital crucial to Europe's defence push as funding bottlenecks persist
Private investment will be crucial to Europe's defence industry as governments struggle with budget constraints and regulatory issues, according to senior finance executives at the Farnborough International Airshow. Executives from banks private equity firms and investment institutions said public spending alone would not be sufficient to support Europe's military ambitions. They called for greater clarity and reforms that encourage private investment. The event, which has attracted a record number of bankers and investors, is expected to attract over 600 finance delegates, three times the number seen in 2025. Despite this, investor enthusiasm for defence spending has been waning recently, with defence company share prices weakening and a delayed stock market listing by Franco-German defence group KNDS.
McCormick announces nearly $10 billion in new investment at PA Defense and Innovation Summit
U.S. Senator Dave McCormick announced nearly $10 billion in new investment at the first-ever Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit at the U.S Army War College in Carlisle, which included the top defense, technology, and finance leaders. The Summit advanced President Trump's vision of Peace through Strength and secured nearly $11 billion in investment supporting 4,000 jobs across the Commonwealth. Over 30 individual announcements were made advancing American shipbuilding, munitions, space industry, innovation, and emerging technologies such as AI and robotics. Over 1,300 attendees attended the Summit, including 600-plus C-level executives, representatives from 500-plus organizations, and over 130 exhibitor booths. The announcements included new ship orders for the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel through the Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD), valued at $1.5 billion in program costs and supporting over 2,000 job-supporting over 2.000 jobs, and a $2.3 billion contract to provide operations, maintenance, and modernization for the Hawthorne Army Depot in Nevada.
Expanded GTP Pact Locks in $630M in Added Revenue for Almonty as Analyst Lifts Price Target
Almonty Industries has expanded its partnership with US defence supply chain partner Global Tungsten & Powders (GTP), extending a tungsten concentrate offtake agreement for the Sangdong mine in South Korea by six additional years and increasing both volume and pricing. The enhanced terms, announced in mid-July, run for 21 years and are expected to generate roughly $630 million in incremental revenue over the contract’s life. The expanded agreement covers roughly 90% of Sangdongo’�s planned Phase I production, with volume increased by 40% to 4.41 million metric tonne units (MTU), while the price per unit has improved by about 6.3%. Annual revenue tied to the contract is now projected at around $490 million, at least $30 million more than under the previous terms. Despite the contract's scale and strategic implications, the stock has yet to recover from a sharp correction leaving it trading more than 41% below its April high of C$33.35.
Hughes Precision’s Rs. 1,000 Crore Milestone: India’s Ammunition Industry Goes Global - Indian Aerospace and Defence Bulletin - News for aerospace and defence in India
Hughes Precision Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone in India's defence industrial base, reaching a total order book of Rs. 1,000 crores in 2026. The company, established in 2020 under the Make in India initiative, has been hailed as a new model for defence manufacturing in India, combining nimble, quality-driven, export-focused and deeply integrated with national security needs. The firm is currently the only Indian small‑caliber ammunition manufacturer approved to supply the United States Department of Defense and NATO forces. 60% of the orders originates from Indian government agencies, while 40% comes from overseas clients. Hughes is also working towards a major capacity expansion to meet increasing demand. The success of this success is also a form of soft power when orders are placed for Indian‑made products and global institutions as exacting as the U.S. and NATO suppliers.
US Tightens Waiver Rules for Defence Contractors Sourcing Critical Minerals from China and Non-Allied Nations
The US has issued a new executive order making it harder for defence contractors to obtain waivers for critical minerals and materials from China and other non-allied foreign nations, effective 2027. The policy requires exhaustive proof of failed attempts to find compliant alternatives and detailed plans to purge non-compliant materials from supply chains. This move aims to bolster national security by reducing dependency on potentially adversarial sources. China is the world's largest producer and refiner of rare earth elements, which are essential components in high-tech products such as electric vehicles, missile guidance systems, smartphones, and renewable energy technologies. The new rules represent a significant escalation in the US government's efforts to decouple its defence industry from Chinese supply chains, marking a strategic pivot towards supply chain sovereignty and national security autonomy.
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AMB 2026: Metal Cutting, AI, Defence & Global Partners
AMB 2026, the international exhibition for metal working, will take place from 15 to 19 September 2026 at the Messe Stuttgart exhibition centre in Stuttburg, Germany. Around 1,150 exhibitors from 34 countries are expected to participate, with around 31 percent of the exhibiting companies from abroad. The event's supporting programme includes over 107 events and around 50 speakers. For the first time, AMB is offering a platform for a topic of growing importance with its ‘Defence & Security Opportunities’ format, which brings defence OEMs and suppliers directly together with AMB exhibitors. Additional activities include a collaboration with Baden-Württemberg International, representing ten international associations. The AMB Roadshow is introducing its slogan ‘Where metal comes alive’ to companies before the trade fair begins.
$10 Billion, 4,000 Jobs, and a Northrop Grumman Expansion: Defense Hiring Is Accelerating
President Trump has announced a $10 billion defense manufacturing initiative, which is expected to create over 4,000 jobs and expand the nation's ability to produce missiles, munitions, and other critical defense systems. The initiative includes support for expanding production facilities and supply chains, and efforts to encourage private investment in defense manufacturing. During the summit, Trump urged defense contractors to increase production speed, stating that while the U.S. builds high-quality systems, manufacturing capacity must grow to meet future demand more quickly. BAE Systems has laid off nearly 200 employees at its Jacksonville, FL, shipyard, reducing its local workforce by nearly a quarter. Northrop Grumman has also broken ground on a new “Legacy Building” at its Roy Innovation Center in Utah, expanding the campus to support development of the U.,S. Air Force’s Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program and other advanced aerospace missions.
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace bags $40M to expand manufacturing, defence tech
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace has secured $40M from defence-focused IndusBridge Ventures, GJNX Ventures, and investor Ashish Kacholia. The funds will be used to expand its manufacturing footprint across India, the UK, and the US, accelerate the development of its integrated Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Campus at Hardware Park in Hyderabad, and strengthen its Mission Systems, Propulsion and Autonomous Systems businesses. The investment validates the integrated aerospace and defence enterprise RaghuVamsi has built over the past two decades. The next phase of growth will focus on combining engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing, and technology leadership into a globally competitive platform. This funding comes as India's aerospace and defense manufacturing sector is gaining momentum due to government efforts to promote domestic production under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Shipbuilding Contract Awarded For Missile Range - Korea
Hanwha Philly Shipyard (HPSI) and TOTE Services have been awarded a contract to deliver the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Missile Range Instrumentation Vessels (MRIV). TOTE will serve as vessel construction manager (VCM), and HPSI will build the ships at its Philadelphia shipyard. The MRIV will replace the Pacific Tracker and Pacific Collector, which were constructed in 1965 and 1970 respectively. The award comes as the federal government increases its focus on rebuilding the U.S. maritime industrial base. TOTE services and HpsI will use the same commercially managed VCM model they are currently using under the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) program for the U.,S. Maritime Administration (MARAD).
GE Aerospace CT7-2E1 Engines Chosen for Leonardo AW149 Helicopters in the UK's New Medium Helicopter Program
GE Aerospace has announced that Leonardo has selected the CT7-2E1 engine to power 23 AW149 helicopters for the UK Ministry of Defence’s NMH program. The £1.0 billion contract will run from 2026 to supply 23 multi-role helicopters and simulators to replace the RAF’�s Puma and British Army’dauphin fleets. The AW149 is designed for multi-purpose battlefield missions and is powered by two GE CT7/CTE1 turboshafts, providing approximately 1,983 hp at takeoff and ensuring excellent climb and hot-high performance. The CT77-E1's characteristics directly support UK defence needs, allowing the UK to fulfill troop transport, casualty evacuation, special-ops and SAR roles more efficiently using one common helicopter. Most of the engine work will be done in Britain, with StandardAero's Gosport plant assembling and overhauling the CTE1s and Barnes Aerospace in Newton Abbot making components. Luke Pollard, the UK’S Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, described the partnership as a strategic win for UK defence.
NIAR and Orizon Aerostructures form strategic alliance to accelerate aerospace and defense manufacturing
Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) and Orizon Aerostructures have announced a strategic alliance aimed at accelerating aerospace and defense manufacturing through integrated engineering, research and production capabilities. The collaboration combines Orizon's award-winning advanced manufacturing capabilities with NIAR's world-class expertise in engineering, testing, certification and digital transformation. The partnership aims to support customers in accelerating product development, industrialization, production ramp-up and supply chain readiness across commercial aerospace, defense and space sectors. The alliance will enable initiatives to improve production readiness, reduce lead times, increase manufacturing throughput and strengthen the nation's aerospace and defence industrial base.
Sunita Tools Receives First Advance Payment for 155mm NATO Artillery Shell Contract
Sunita Tools Limited has received the first tranche of advance payment from its customer for the supply of NATO specification and standard 155mm M107 empty artillery shells. The company, which has a total market capitalization of approximately Rs. 556 crore, stated that the second and third advance payment tranches are expected shortly due to continued progress in the execution of the defence order. The advance payment is seen as an important milestone as it strengthens the company’s working capital position and provides financial visibility for the execution. This development also highlights Sunita Tools’ expanding presence in the defence manufacturing segment, complementing its traditional engineering and precision machining business. The remaining advance payments could further support uninterrupted production and execution.
fighter jet engine tech gets India private-sector boost
India is gaining momentum in fighter jet engine tech after a private company announced a new breakthrough. The breakthrough involves the science and parts needed to build the powerful engines that push combat aircraft through the sky. Jet engines are among the hardest machines on Earth to make and are a weak spot in India's defence supply chain as they require extreme heat control and precision parts. If India can produce more of these engines at home, it may rely less on foreign suppliers. Successful success will depend on testing, certification, and production, not just a lab milestone. This news follows other private-sector gains in space and advanced engineering.
Gabler and Flanq complete surface sea acceptance test for autonomous torpedo-tube-launched vessel
Gabler and Flanq have completed a surface sea acceptance test for their jointly developed Torpedo-Tube-Launched Uncrewed Surface Vessel (TTL USV) capability demonstrator. The vehicle, named Ranger, combines Gabler's decades of expertise in mission-critical submarine components and defence manufacturing with Flanq's capabilities in autonomous maritime systems, mission software, AI-enabled autonomy and open capability architectures. The Sea Acceptance Test (SAT) demonstrated the seaworthiness of the vehicle, which is designed to autonomously surface and perform covert intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. The test also validated the integration and operation of the vessel's key technologies. The success of the SAT marks a significant milestone in the development of the TTL USV programme.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard takes shape as first MASGA milestone
Hanwha Philly Shipyard, the centerpiece of the South Korea-U.S. shipbuilding partnership under MASGA (Make American Shipbuilding Great Again), has been awarded a milestone contract by the U.S Missile Defense Agency to build Missile Range Instrumentation Vessels (MRIVs) for the U., which will support Washington's expanding missile defense network and President Donald Trump's Golden Dome missile defense initiative. The shipyard, acquired by Hanwha Group for about $100 million in 2024, will also receive $24 million in investments to support submarine manufacturing in Philadelphia. The award is seen as a sign of integration of South Korea's globally competitive shipbuilding expertise into efforts to rebuild America's maritime industrial base while remaining within U.U.K. domestic production rules. The timing is significant as shipbuilding has become a key issue as the United States faces increasing pressure to expand naval production due to prolonged military commitments, competition with China and increasing missile defense requirements.
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Secures $40M in 2026 to Boost Global Manufacturing and Defense Tech
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group, a Hyderabad-based aerospace and defense manufacturing company, has secured $40 million in Series B funding to expand its manufacturing capabilities across three continents. The funding was led by growth equity investor Norwest and Skegen Asset Management, with participation from IndusBridge Ventures, GJNX Ventures, and Ashish Kacholia. The investment is set to propel RaghuVamsi's expansion efforts in India, the UK, and the US. The company aims to accelerate the development of its integrated Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Campus at Hardware Park in Hyderabad, thereby strengthening its Mission Systems, Propulsion, and Autonomous Systems divisions. The significant funding comes at a strategic time for India's aerospace and defence manufacturing sector, which is gaining traction under the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
US industrial base is becoming stronger for wartime production, study finds
US defense industrial base is becoming stronger for wartime production, according to a report by the Center for Strategic and International Analysis think tank (CSIS). The study, described as a progress report on reforms to the defense manufacturing and acquisition system, found significant improvements since November 2025, with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth promising to transform the acquisition system to operate on a wartime footing. The Pentagon is signing multiyear agreements with munitions producers and suppliers on a historic scale and responding to depleted stockpiles of expensive guided weapons. CSIS also noted that new companies have entered the market in the past two years and nontraditional companies received over $120 billion in contract obligations in FY 2025. Federal investment in rare earths has also seen production increase from 95 tons in 2022 to 8,900 tons in 2025.
UK unveils drone “wingman” program to accompany RAF fighter jets in combat
The UK has officially named its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programme Storm Fighter, a new family of autonomous drones designed to operate alongside Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter jets in combat. The announcement was made by Defence Minister for Armed Forces Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard during the Global Air and Space Chiefs' Conference. Pollard stated that the autonomous drones would serve as a "guardian angel" and an "attack dog" for Britain's tactical aircraft, supporting crewed fighters across a range of combat missions. The new systems build on StormShroud, an autonomous electronic warfare drone that entered RAF service last year. The UK has committed £300 million (approx. $405 million) to launch the Storm Fighter programme under the government's four-year, £298 billion Defence Investment Plan.