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British Army · United KingdomThe government has said it continues to explore export opportunities for Challenger 3, following questions over how the emerging European MARTE main battle tank programme could shape future defence exports. In a written parliamentary question, Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty asked what assessment had been made of the potential impact of the MARTE project on future export prospects for the British Army’s Challenger 3 tank. Responding on behalf of…See the Story
MARTE Project Raises Questions over Challenger 3 Exports
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Ministry of Defence (MOD) · United KingdomThe Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom announced, on January 24, 2026, that it has selected seven companies to develop prototypes for its AH-64 Apache “loyal wingman” program. Project NYX, as this program is known, aims to develop Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) capable of operating alongside the UK’s Apache attack helicopters. These drones will pair up with piloted aircraft, in what is commonly referred to as “loyal wingman function, to co…See the Story
