Peter Magill

The French and German governments signed an agreement in June 2018 to cooperate on the development of a new main battle tank under the Main Ground Combat System programme but the effort has struggled. This new agreement may damage it further.

2025 was a busy year for the land domain and 2026 looks set to be just as big. Shephard's Dr Peter Magill analyses some of the major trends we are likely to see in the year ahead.

The British Army's plans to replace thousands of vehicles have been troubled with resets, delays and change. It is possible, however, that genuine progress is being achieved on two of the three segments in the programme.

Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Canada has committed more military assistance than France in terms of GDP.

Japan's armoured forces are currently undergoing a doctrinal shift from tracked to wheeled vehicles. This represents a major change in the country's force structure and armoured capabilities.

With multiple artillery platforms on display at SAHA 2026, Turkey's defence contractors are positioning to replace the country's older imported platforms.

While the growing drone threat has sharpened the focus on air defence solutions, Dr Peter Magill looks at why protected mobility remains crucial.

At SAHA 2026, the Altay was proudly on display. But has the platform finally overcome the problems that have left it repeatedly late?

The array of platforms on display at SAHA 2026 showcased the diversity of equipment now provided by the Turkish defence industry.

The deal will provide the British Army with five times the number of guns it currently operates as an interim measure, but it still leaves the force with comparatively fewer weapons than partner forces.