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Modern air defence is no longer defined by platforms alone, but by the ability to sense, connect, and act across the electromagnetic spectrum. Ahead of Full Spectrum Air Defence Week 2026, Dr Thomas Withington shares his perspective on the evolving role of radar, electronic warfare, and C2 in highly contested environments, offering timely insights shaped by recent experience in Ukraine and long-term engagement with the air defence community.

Few developments have caught the West as off guard as Hypersonic Weapons. As a result, several nations are scrambling to develop their own Hypersonic and countermeasure capabilities to stabilize geopolitical power dynamics. This report gives the most up to date review of the Hypersonic Defence landscape. Dr James Bosbotinis delivers an in-depth analysis of relevant programmes and technologies, highlighting the complex nature of the problem facing western nations.

2024 was, without a shadow of a doubt, an incredibly active year for Full Spectrum Defence. A plethora of news on system development, adoption, and deployment was released globally, as well as various statements from national and international bodies edifying their focus on this capability. In preparation for the upcoming Full Spectrum Air Defence Week (FSAD) conference, Defence IQ has gathered some of the most important 2024 news releases from across the air defence sector to increase awareness.

This brand new report includes last year’s air defence news and updates from: NATO, OCCAR, European Defence Agency, Canada, United States, Austria, Bulgaria, Estonia, Finland, France, Italy, Germany, Moldova, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, Armenia, Australia, India, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, UAE, Algeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Morocco, Nigeria and Sudan.

The Full Spectrum Air Defence Week Interactive Report is a global market report offering key insights into air defence spending across selected countries. Providing a comprehensive view of international investment, this report highlights critical procurement programmes, emerging trends, and strategic priorities shaping the future of air defence.

Designed as an interactive tool, it enables users to analyse regional and global spending patterns, track technological advancements, and understand the evolving landscape of air defence capabilities worldwide.

The global air and missile defence market is shaped by long-term geopolitical trends, short-term conflict-driven demand, technological advancements, and increasing multinational collaboration. Together, these factors are driving growth and reshaping priorities in the industry. Download our market report for the latest trends and insights amongst NATO and its allies.