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Founded in 1981 by Alexander Shephard, The Shephard Press Ltd introduced its inaugural publication, Helicopter World, in the same year. Over the following 25 years, we expanded our portfolio with several other magazine titles, including the internationally recognized Unmanned Vehicles in the early 1990s. Additionally, we have developed a highly regarded series of market handbooks, solidifying our position in the industry.

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Brazilian Congress to review constitution amendment to secure defence budget increase

1 day ago | shephardmedia.com | Wilder Alejandro Sanchez

A member of the Brazilian Senate has proposed amending Article 166 of the Constitution to permanently assign 2% or more of the country’s annual GDP “for activities and services related to national defence, via the Ministry of Defence”. Brazil has the most ambitious defence modernisation programme across Latin America and the Caribbean, and a permanent budget would support future projects.
Netherlands bolsters armed forces with Leopard tanks and Puma UAS fleet upgrades

1 day ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

The Dutch Ministry of Defence has signed two contracts that will modernise its armed forces equipment. The MoD officially signed a contract with KNDS for 46 Leopard 2A8 Main Battle Tanks (MBT) and with AeroVironment for the additional procurement and upgrade of its Puma uncrewed aerial systems fleet. The news that the Netherlands was going to acquire Leopard 2A8 tanks was first disclosed in October 2024.
UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year

2 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

The UK Royal Air Force’s Protector RG Mk1 programme has achieved two new milestones as part of its ongoing Test and Evaluation to field the first uncrewed aerial system (UAS) for the force. On 8 May it was announced that the Protector RG Mk1 had achieved a Military Type Certificate (MTC) from the UK’s Military Aviation Authority on 29 April.
Helsing unveils new AI-enabled uncrewed underwater glider

2 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

Helsing has unveiled a new Ai-enabled uncrewed, mass-producible underwater vessel to be used for surveillance missions. The glider vessel, named SG-1 Fathom, will be powered by a new AI software Lura. According to Helsing, the system will use autonomous mass that is scalable and affordable to detect subsurface threats. The SG-1 Fathom has a length of 1.95m and a weight of 60kg. It can also patrol underwater for up to three months to search for threats and is swarm-capable.
US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

2 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

The US State Department has cleared two possible Foreign Military Sales for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to buy six CH-47F Chinook Block II extended-range (ER) helicopters and supporting equipment for a cost of US$1.32 billion and F-16 sustainment for $130 million. The announcement came ahead of Trump’s tour of the Middle East this week, where possible defence procurements between the US and the UAE are in the line up to be discussed.
BAE Systems expands Amphibious Combat Vehicle family with modular capabilities for future missions

3 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Wilder Alejandro Sanchez

Between late April and early May, BAE Systems announced two contracts for 60 Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs) as part of a larger order to supply the US Marine Corps with a fleet of multipurpose combat vehicles. Shephard spoke with Rebecca McGrane, VP and general manager of ACVs at BAE Systems, during the recent Modern Day Marine (MDM) exposition about the status of the four ACV variants in development, including the upcoming Recovery variant and a potential new Logistics variant.
UK receives two additional F-35B aircraft as deliveries resume

3 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

The UK Royal Air Force (RAF) has received two further F-35B aircraft at RAF Marham, as deliveries of the UK’s 48 firm order for the combat aircraft resume. The two aircraft were delivered with the TR-3 standard installed, the first delivery of the F-35B aircraft in over a year to the RAF.
Lockheed Martin builds first Saudi Arabian THAAD components

3 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

Lockheed Martin, in partnership with General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) and Arabian International Company for Steel Structures (AIC), has built the first locally produced parts for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) system in Saudi Arabia. The news comes just days ahead of President Trump’s visit to the country, where it is anticipated defence procurement and collaboration will be further discussed with the Kingdom.
Oshkosh Defense starts production on ROGUE-Fires and develops MTVR 4×4 variant

4 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Wilder Alejandro Sanchez

Oshkosh Defense has confirmed that its Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires (ROGUE-Fires) is in production, while its Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) 4×4 Technology Demonstrator with export power capability is in development. The company displayed both ROGUE-Fires and the MTVR variant at the recent Modern Day Marine (MDM) exposition in Washington, DC.
Leonardo CEO urges “speed as important as money” as joint ventures progress picks up

6 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

Leonardo’s Q1 2025 results showed a strong start to the year, with progress being made on two of its joint ventures, and a boost in 20% on new orders compared to March 2024. The results, presented just over a month and a half after its full year financial results, demonstrated growth spread across all business divisions with the aerostructures seeing a boost, Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani disclosed.