When temperatures plunged to -5°C over the Baltic Sea and heavy snow blanketed the deck of TCG Anadolu, every other aircraft in NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise was grounded. Every other aircraft, that is, except one. The Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), developed by Turkish defense company Baykar, pushed off the short ski-jump […]
In the defence sector, the cost of a managerial mistake is not measured only in numbers. It is measured in timelines, readiness, trust, and the internal stability of a team. Most management tools record results. They do not show the state of the system in real time. This is the gap we set out to […]
Lockheed Martin has unveiled the Lamprey, a cutting-edge unmanned underwater vehicle designed for covert surveillance and sea denial operations. Showcased for the first time at WEST 2026, the multi-mission drone represents a significant leap forward in autonomous maritime warfare capabilities. Named After Nature’s Most Tenacious Predator The Lamprey drone takes its name from the parasitic […]
The United States Army has awarded Rolls-Royce Solutions America Inc. a $73.5 million contract to supply Merkava tank power pack kits to Israel through a Foreign Military Sales agreement. The deal underscores Washington’s continued commitment to sustaining Israel’s armored combat capabilities amid ongoing regional security pressures. Announced on February 17, 2026, by the US Department […]
Turkiye’s defense industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with artificial intelligence now at the heart of its most advanced missile technologies. Roketsan CEO Murat Ikinci recently revealed how AI is redefining precision warfare and positioning Turkiye as a serious global defense competitor. Smarter Missiles Through Artificial Intelligence As AI reshapes industries worldwide, its impact on […]
Pakistan’s energy sector is re-emerging on the national and international stage after years of problems from shortages and uncertainty. To most of Pakistanis, it is the rapid expansion of domestically-generated solar power which is expected to cross 19% of total electricity generation by June 2026. However, it is at sea where much bigger potential lies: […]
The YALGHAR-200 loitering munition represents Pakistan’s latest advancement in autonomous strike technology. Unveiled at the World Defense Show 2026, this next-generation weapon system demonstrates Pakistan’s growing capabilities in unmanned aerial combat systems. The YALGHAR-200 loitering munition combines extended range, precision targeting, and autonomous operation, positioning Pakistan as a serious competitor in the global defense market. […]
Pakistan and Malaysia are deepening their naval partnership to address growing maritime security challenges in the region. Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Chief of the Pakistan Navy, recently concluded an official visit to Malaysia, where he engaged with the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) leadership to strengthen bilateral defense ties. This strategic visit underscores the commitment of both […]
The World Defence Show 2026 witnessed a groundbreaking moment as Pakistan’s Global Industrial Defence Solutions (GIDS) unveiled the country’s first hypersonic missile system. The SMASH represents a significant leap forward in Pakistan’s maritime defense capabilities, marking the nation’s entry into the exclusive club of countries possessing hypersonic weapons technology. Understanding the SMASH Hypersonic Missile System […]
