DefenseHow could Germany fit into the GCAP next-generation fighter program?Airbus wants a significant role if Germany joins the British-Italian-Japanese fighter program, while accommodating MTU could require reopening propulsion arrangementsSeptember 08, 2026Read more
DefenseSwiss visit to Japan fuels speculation over possible GCAP cooperationDefense procurement chief met government agencies and technology companies during four-day tripAugust 08, 2026Read more
DefenseCanada becomes first observer in GCAP sixth-generation fighter programOttawa will gain access to the UK-Italy-Japan project as it reassesses its long-term fighter fleet plansJuly 23, 2026Read more
DefenseGCAP partners award £4.6 billion contract for next phase of sixth-generation fighterEdgewing will lead the next stage of aircraft development under an 18-month agreement funded by the UK, Italy and JapanJuly 03, 2026Read more
DefenseItaly says more countries could join GCAP fighter programDefense minister cites Canada, Germany and Saudi Arabia as potential future partnersJune 23, 2026Read more
DefenseUK and Japan pledge to accelerate GCAP fighter programJoint declaration comes days after reports of setbacks in Europe's rival FCAS projectJune 15, 2026Read more
DefenseNew FCAS talks collapse, casting doubt over Europe’s next-generation fighter programMediation between Airbus and Dassault fails to resolve dispute over sixth-generation system, according to reportApril 20, 2026Read more
DefenseGCAP agency awards first joint contract to Edgewing for next-generation fighter£686 million deal funds design and engineering work under trilateral UK, Japan and Italy programApril 04, 2026Read more
DefenseCanada set to join GCAP fighter program as observer - reportOttawa will gain access to project led by Japan, UK and Italy, with decision on potential purchase to come laterMarch 31, 2026Read more
DefenseRolls-Royce CEO open to Germany joining GCAP fighter programEngine maker says Berlin’s entry could expand export base as Franco-German FCAS project faltersMarch 02, 2026Read more