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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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What impact will the massive drone attack on Russian territory have on the future of the war in Ukraine?

5 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Flavia Camargos Pereira

The Ukrainian high-scale drone attack on 1 June against multiple airfields in Russia is likely to affect the future of this conflict while impacting the warfare of tomorrow. Named Operation Spiderweb, it destroyed 41 of Moscow’s strategic bombers and caused damages estimated at US$7 billion.
Why is the US military focusing on having low-cost, disposable drones in its inventory?

5 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Flavia Camargos Pereira

Aware of the tactical and operational advantages cheap, disposable UAVs can provide, the Pentagon and its services and agencies have been conducting multiple programmes to acquire, develop and improve this type of capability. Also known as loitering munition, suicide, kamikaze, exploding and one-way attack drones, those systems offer faster response, precise targeting and lower collateral damage. Moreover, it enables destroying multi-million dollar enemy assets at a lower cost.
Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge

6 days ago | shephardmedia.com | Damian Kemp

Latvia is to receive its first ASCOD IFV in June next year, only 18 months after signing up to purchase 42 vehicles for €373 million (US$423 million) in January this year.
Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces' operations

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Flavia Camargos Pereira

The flexibility of AI and its wide range of applications provide multiple operational and tactical advantages for SOF teams and the unique tasks they have to perform. Those benefits have been guaranteeing its role in tomorrow’s warfare. Focused on great power competition and multidomain deployments, the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has placed AI capabilities among its acquisition priorities over FY2026.
Swedish Visby frigates to get air defence system under $166 million contract

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Damian Kemp

The Swedish Navy’s Visby-class corvettes are to be equipped with an anti-aircraft capability under a SEK1.6 billion (US$166 million) contract placed by the Swedish Defence Procurement Agency (FMV) with Saab. The addition of the capability is part of a mid-life upgrade for the ships which are expected to remain in service until 2040.
Malaysia signs NSM launcher deal, issues Littoral Combat Ships support LOI and acquires first USV

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Dzirhan Mahadzir

The Malaysian government has signed a US$10.4 million contract for Naval Strike Missile (NSM) launchers to be installed on the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) frigate KD Jebat, and has issued a $189.3 million Letter of Intent (LOI) for logistic support and sea trials for the Maharaja-Lela-class Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). Both announcements were made during the biennial Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) exhibition, held from 20–24 May in Malaysia.
UK teases cyber spending boost in Strategic Defence Review ahead of “imminent” release

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Damian Kemp

The UK government is to establish a Cyber and Eletromagnetic Command (CEC) with a commitment to spend £1 billion (US$1.3 billion) in what has been described as a ‘Digital Targeting Web’ to spearhead battlefield engagements as part of its SDR. It is believed the SDR may be released on 2 June but at this stage the UK MoD will only say that it is expected to be published “imminently”.
Israel brings down drones using a laser, claiming operational first

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Damian Kemp

The Israel Ministry of Defense (MoD) has announced that it has deployed a prototype laser to intercept uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and other aerial threats in Swords of Iron War, the country’s operations in Gaza and defence against airborne threats. The developmental high-powered laser is the result of work by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the MoD’s Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D) and the Israeli Air Force.
Macron hints at possible future Rafale deal, following France-Indonesia defence pact

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

Indonesia has moved a step closer towards a possible new Rafale aircraft deal, according to France’s Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron, in the wake of a defence pact signing between the two countries. The LoI, signed between Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto and Macron on 28 May, is set to strengthen the defence partnership between the two countries. The discussion focused on strategic defence equipment such as Rafale fighter aircraft and Scorpene submarines.
Canada’s P-8A aircraft to receive L3Harris surveillance systems

1 week ago | shephardmedia.com | Lucy Powell

Canada’s P-8A Poseidon MPAs are set to receive an upgrade to its maritime and overland patrol and reconnaissance missions, with L3Harris’ WESCAM MX-20 surveillance systems integration. L3Harris has signed a contract with the Canadian Commercial Corporation to provide16 WESCAM MX-20 surveillance systems to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) P-8A aircraft.