Commentary
Short and long reads covering international defence policy, technology and procurement.
Defence Infrastructure: An Interview with Caroline Compton-James
July 08 by Joanne SwannAhead of Defence Estates 2026, we revisit a conversation with SCAPE, recorded following the publication of the UK's 2025 Strategic Defence Review.
How Surface Warships Are Evolving for the Drone Age
July 06 by Tim RipleyTip Ripley discusses how drones, modular warship design and autonomous technologies are reshaping the future of surface warfare and naval power.
The Anatomy of a Modern Maritime ISR Ecosystem
June 22 by Joanne SwannA connected maritime ISR ecosystem enables faster decision-making, enhanced threat awareness and mission advantage.
The Future of Maritime Defence in an Uncrewed Era
June 15 by Joanne SwannAn exclusive interview with Jürgen Scraback on uncrewed systems, interoperability, and rethinking naval warfare.
Is Maritime ISR Transforming Naval Warfare?
June 08 by Tim RipleyTim Ripley explores how advances in Maritime Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) are reshaping modern naval warfare.
Colonel Fredrik Andersson on Arctic Warfare, NATO Integration and Defending the High North
May 26 by Joanne SwannAhead of the Arctic Security Summit, we spoke to Colonel Andersson to explore the realities of one of the world's harshest military environments.
What is Hybrid Warfare in 2026? Lessons From the Russia–Ukraine Conflict
May 15 by Joanne SwannHow is modern warfare evolving? Explore how AI, hybrid threats and battlefield innovation are reshaping military strategy and NATO defence priorities.
Demo at CEOM - Defence iQ's Unified Maritime Experience
April 29 by Jess WyattBe one of six limited demonstrations of UAS, UAV, or UUV platforms at the CEOM, live on the pier
Sovereignty, Survivability and Presence in the Arctic Region
April 21 by Joanne SwannWhy is the Arctic a growing defence priority? Discover how nations are strengthening sovereignty, survivability, and presence in a contested region.
UAV Operator Training: Pilot, Technician or Warfighter?
April 17 by Joanne SwannA dive into the training process of UAV operators, particularly operators of Class II, Class III, and higher UAV systems as categorized under NATO standards.
Stephan Sjöberg on Swedens Artillery Transformation
April 17 by Defence IQ NewsSjöberg on the growing importance of multi-domain operations, and the role of innovation, cooperation, and resilience in future fires capabilities.
Rethinking Indirect Fires for a Contested Battlespace
April 17 by Defence IQ NewsChristelle shares her perspective on the evolving role of indirect fires and the technologies likely to reshape artillery over the coming decade.
