At 2025 Airbus Summit At the 2025 Airbus Summit, the aerospace giant provided a major update on its efforts to revolutionise commercial aviation, focusing on hydrogen-powered aircraft technologies. Airbus outlined its plans to introduce a next-generation single-aisle aircraft, potentially
With $50 million commitment OpenAI has launched NextGenAI, a pioneering consortium bringing together 15 leading research institutions across the United States and the United Kingdom to accelerate research breakthroughs and transform education through the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative marks a significant step in OpenAI’s commitment to shaping
To strike Houthi targets in Yemen The Pentagon is sending the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (VINCSG) to the Middle East, following a resurgence in fighting between American forces and Houthi militants in Yemen. This marks the end of a two-month lull in hostilities. The VINCSG recently concluded its deployment in East Asia, under […]
Designated as the F-47 US President Donald J. Trump has announced that the United States Air Force (USAF) will proceed with producing its Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. This major step forward marks a significant milestone in the country’s military development, paving the way for the eventual replacement of the USAF’s fleet of […]
With US Northcom’s southern border mission Lockheed Martin has integrated its AN/TPQ-53 multi-mission radar (MMR) with the Joint Task Force – Southern Border (JTF-SB) command and control systems, marking a significant milestone in supporting US Northern Command’s (US Northcom) mission to secure the southern border of the United States. The integration was carried out
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Aim to commercialise autonomous mobility services Nissan has made a significant leap forward in developing autonomous driving (AD) technology, successfully demonstrating a driverless vehicle navigating a public road in the heart of Japan’s bustling Minato Mirai district. This marks a pivotal moment in Nissan’s ambition to commercialise autonomous mobility services in
Being held in Dubai this April The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the key themes for the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS), which will focus on digitalisation, sustainability, and safety/security. These critical issues are poised to shape the future of the global air cargo industry as it navigates a range of rapidly evolving […]
Involving Pentagon contracts In an ongoing effort to address inefficiencies and wasteful spending, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on March 20, 2025, directing the termination of more than $580 million (£460 million) in contracts, grants, and programmes in the US. According to a Pentagon statement, the move is part of the US […]
First delivery set for 2027 Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract with the UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) to supply seven H135 helicopters as part of the first phase of its fleet renewal programme. The firm order marks the first delivery under a framework contract signed with the BlueLight Commercial procurement agency. This agreement […]
To support India’s aviation growth Thales has opened its new avionics Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, a bustling city near New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. This initiative aligns with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ or ‘Self-Reliant India’ vision, showcasing Thales’s investment in India’s growing
To transform MENA debt collection ClearGrid, an AI-powered debt collection platform based in Dubai, UAE, has generated a $10 million funding raise from stealth mode. The company aims to transform the debt collection industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, shifting traditional collection methods into a modern, data-driven approach that enhances both […]
Boosted by 50% rise in defence business Rheinmetall, the Düsseldorf-based global leader in defence and technology, posted significant growth across its divisions and record sales and operating results for fiscal year 2024. The company’s consolidated sales surged by 36%, reaching €9.75 billion, driven primarily by a 50% increase in its defence business, which now accounts
Including H160 and H145 models The New York State Police has ordered an Airbus H160 helicopter and three H145 models, making it the first law enforcement agency in the United States to integrate the H160 into its fleet. This marks a significant upgrade for the agency, which had previously ordered two H145 helicopters in 2024 […]