The strategic metals behind modern military technology
For defence manufacturers, the importance of platinum-group metals (PGMs) is less about the quantity consumed than the consequences of not…
14 Sep 2026
Forecasts: Croatia defence market data (2026-2035)
Croatia’s defence budget is forecast to rise, driven by equipment modernisation Spending focus shifts to land and naval upgrades, including K239 Chunmoo MLRS and new surface ships Air recapitalisation is…
08 Sep 2026
Strategic Intelligence: Loitering Munitions (2026)
Market: ~$1.5bn (2026) → ~$2.8bn (2036); >$22bn total (6.4% CAGR). Demand: Europe 86%; Ukraine+Russia ~$14.2bn (66% of global spend). Drivers: AI/modularity/swarming + low unit cost vs cruise missiles. The invasion of Ukraine and…
02 Sep 2026
Forecasts: Finland defence market data (2026-2035)
Finland’s defence spend is forecast to rise to nearly $12bn, driven by Russia tensions and Nato accession Growth expected across air, land and sea, with missiles/missile defence the strongest segment Big-ticket modernisation includes 64…
25 Aug 2026
Forecasts: Spain defence market data (2026-2035)
Spain’s defence spend is forecast to reach $65.8bn by 2031 (9.1% CAGR), driven by procurement and RDT&E PITSD earmarks €10.47bn for modernisation; fixed-wing and land vehicles grow steadily to 2035 Naval spending fluctuates; ammunition rises; Nato/US tensions could affect Spain’s defence posture Spain’s…
18 Aug 2026
Forecasts: Poland defence market data (2026-2035)
Poland’s defence spend is forecast to more than double, reaching $353.8bn in 2026–31 (vs $173.7bn in 2022–26) Big-ticket buys span all domains, from tanks and IFVs to fighters, missile defence…
12 Aug 2026
Forecasts: Türkiye defence market data (2026-2035)
Türkiye’s defence spend is forecast to hit $73.7bn by 2031 (CAGR 8.9%) Acquisition totals $11.7bn in 2026, rising from 18% to 19% of the budget by 2031 Growth areas to 2035: aircraft, land vehicles and naval vessels, alongside…