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Saturday 10 October 2026
US plans for 'Autowarcom' deepen military's focus on autonomous weapons
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the creation of a combatant command focused on autonomous warfare and drones. Its planned establishment indicates the turn within the US military toward low-cost and AI-powered systems, which have been pushed to the frontier of defense strategies following ongoing wars in Ukraine and Iran.
Thursday 8 October 2026
Taiwan defense industry deepens global supply chain ties
As countries move to build more resilient and self-reliant defense industries, they are also accelerating international supply chain cooperation. Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) chairman James Huang said the key in the future will not only be to develop good products, but also to understand international certifications, regulations, and procurement rules, so that Taiwan can turn its technological and manufacturing advantages into competitiveness in international markets and become a trusted and indispensable defense partner worldwide.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Anduril to invest US$3.7 billion in Maryland shipyard for submarine supply chain
Anduril Industries said it will spend US$3.7 billion to build Arsenal-2, a next-generation software-defined shipyard at Sparrows Point in Baltimore County, Maryland. The US Navy is backing the project with a contract worth up to US$2.9 billion tied to production results, bringing the total commitment to US$6.6 billion as Washington seeks to expand the submarine industrial base.
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Thunder Tiger's new drone tests signal broader defense market ambitions
Thunder Tiger's successful launch and takeoff tests of its new Iron Triangle PAPADELTA drone line highlight how global defense customers are shaping the next phase of unmanned systems. The company is using the platform to target longer-range missions, mobile deployment, and export opportunities across the US, Europe, and other markets.
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Pentagon creates autonomous warfare command to speed AI arms buildup
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a new Autonomous Warfare Command (AWC) and is pushing a low-cost manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), and robotics-based combat model to accelerate the military's overhaul of drone, AI, and autonomous systems capabilities. The move signals a shift away from the US military's reliance on expensive, limited weapons platforms toward a large-scale autonomous warfare framework that balances quality and quantity.
Tuesday 6 October 2026
Can satellites share power?— Star Catcher puts an orbital grid to the test
As in-orbit AI computing, Earth observation, and defense missions expand rapidly, satellites are demanding more power, turning energy supply into an emerging challenge for the growing space economy.
Monday 5 October 2026
South Korean SMEs expand space supply chain from reusable rockets to satellite shielding
As South Korea prepares for the fifth launch of its Nuri rocket, small and medium-sized enterprises are taking on increasingly important roles in the country's space supply chain alongside major aerospace companies such as Hanwha Aerospace.
Monday 5 October 2026
Hyundai Rotem advances methane rocket engines for reusable launch vehicles
South Korea's Hyundai Rotem is accelerating its expansion into aerospace propulsion systems, showcasing 10-ton- and 35-ton-class methane rocket engines under development at AEROTEC 2026 as it targets growing demand for reusable launch vehicles.
Monday 5 October 2026
Shield AI expands Taiwan supply chain in sovereign AI push
US defense technology unicorn Shield AI is expanding its presence in Taiwan as the Russia-Ukraine war drives growing demand for asymmetric warfare capabilities and defense technologies. At its first press event in Taiwan on October 2, co-founder and CEO Brandon Tseng outlined plans to deepen local partnerships, expand its supply chain, and build its Taiwan workforce.
Thursday 1 October 2026
TCC Group targets Ukraine's postwar rebuild with cement acquisition
Taiwan Cement recently authorized its Dutch subsidiary, TCC Group EMEA Holdings B.V., to acquire 100% of Ukrainian cement materials maker Ivano-Frankivskcement (IFCEM), roofing materials company Ivano-Frankivsk-Dakh, gypsum products maker KRU Gips, and dry-mix mortar company KRU Mix for a corporate value of up to EUR750 million (US$849.3 million). Taiwan Cement has moved into Ukraine to capture postwar reconstruction demand, while Taiwan Cement shareholder Chia Hsin Cement said the acquisition is likely to boost market positioning and profitability.
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Taiwan-US drone production lines near launch
Production lines and testing facilities are now in place for the Taiwan-US attack drone Mighty Hornet IV, which is being developed by the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science & Technology (NCSIST). The drone is expected to move into mass production soon, with both the newly opened campus in Chiayi County and a US production site shaping up as manufacturing bases.
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Vulcan wins US Army drone magnet contract as China decoupling drives selection
US rare-earth magnet startup Vulcan Elements has reportedly won a supply contract for the US Army's SkyFoundry drone program, underscoring Washington's push to localize drone production and reduce reliance on China's rare-earth supply chain. Vulcan will produce high-performance neodymium-iron-boron magnets for the brushless DC motors used in small drones.
Wednesday 30 September 2026
AIDC conducts counter-drone system drill to expand airspace protection for critical infrastructure
Taiwanese aerospace company Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) said that after completing production of its advanced jet trainers, it will focus on accelerating the development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The company is developing complete UAV systems in-house and has also expanded into counter-UAV system development.
Tuesday 29 September 2026
AIDC sees NT$30 billion military maintenance boost, eyes drones
As the last Brave Eagle advanced trainer rolls off the line in September 2026, Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) says its military business is not ending with the trainer's development and mass production program. Instead, a new phase is just beginning, with maintenance and spare-parts supply contracts for the Indigenous Defense Fighter and Brave Eagle expected to generate more than NT$30 billion (US$941.3 million) in value.
Tuesday 29 September 2026
Taiwan breaks ground on aerospace and drone hub, targeting 2028 completion
Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) broke ground on the Minxiong Aerospace and Drone Industrial Park on September 28, aiming to provide critical testing and validation capabilities for the country's growing drone industry.
Tuesday 29 September 2026
Taiwan's Brave Eagle reaches 55% domestic content, bringing 200 suppliers into aerospace

Taiwan's Brave Eagle advanced jet trainer program officially concluded its production phase in 2026, but the capabilities developed through the project could mark the beginning of a broader push toward greater defense aerospace self-reliance.

Thursday 24 September 2026
Anduril's Taiwan supply chain to grow 15-fold in 2026
US defense tech unicorn Anduril plans to expand its overall investment in Taiwan, with procurement from its Taiwan supply chain expected to grow 15-fold in 2026, founder Palmer Luckey said at the International Forum of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee.
Thursday 24 September 2026
Taiwan's homegrown trainer program ends with 66 Brave Eagles delivered
AIDC's Brave Eagle advanced jet trainer, a flagship "made-in-Taiwan" defense program, completed development and mass production on September 24, with AIDC chairman Chin-Pin Tsao personally leading the final delivery. The handover means all 66 production aircraft have now been delivered, marking a new chapter for Taiwan's defense aviation supply chain.

Wednesday 23 September 2026
Sharp reportedly to develop universal satellite antenna for multi-network connectivity

Sharp is developing a compact satellite communications antenna capable of connecting to multiple satellite networks, aiming to commercialize terminals around 2030 for applications including defense, autonomous driving, and remote operation of construction machinery, according to Nikkei Asia.

Wednesday 23 September 2026
US-based Swarmer bets up to US$224M on Ukrainian combat robot maker Ratel
Autonomous software company Swarmer, based in Austin, Texas, has agreed to acquire Ukrainian unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) maker Ratel Robotics in a deal worth up to US$224 million. The acquisition aims to combine frontline battlefield experience with AI coordination software to build a platform that can integrate both ground and air unmanned systems.
Tuesday 22 September 2026
Tmytek lists on Taiwan Innovation Board, pushes 5G/6G, satellite, defense

Millimeter-wave communications technology and solutions provider TMY Technology (Tmytek) officially listed on Taiwan's Innovation Board on September 22 at an offering price of NT$60 (approx. US$1.90) per share. The company said its products, which span millimeter-wave R&D and validation instruments, Lego-like phased-array antennas and subsystem modules, have moved from development and verification into commercial delivery and mass production.

Tuesday 22 September 2026
Taiwan's Hai Kun submarine in final testing stages, eyes October delivery

Taiwan's first domestically built submarine, the Hai Kun, was seen leaving Kaohsiung Port on September 21 for its 21st sea trial and 15th diving test. The vessel has remained out of public view for nearly two months since setting sail on July 30. The project is now entering the final stretch, following a period of in-depth adjustments, raising the possibility that it could be delivered as early as October.

Monday 21 September 2026
South Korea-US investment talks stall over commercial viability

South Korea and the US have hit an impasse in final-stage investment talks over commercial viability safeguards, with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung saying that some parts are hard to accept. The deadlock is raising concerns that the months-long negotiations over South Korea's investment plans in the US could collapse.

Monday 21 September 2026
Taiwan drone makers pursue dual-track growth on domestic defense orders, US market expansion

Following the Legislative Yuan's passage of the Act on Strengthening Defense Autonomy and Developing the Unmanned Vehicles Industry and its subsequent countersignature by the Executive Yuan, Taiwan's drone industry is preparing for a potential new wave of government procurement, with tenders possibly emerging by the end of 2026. While the expected domestic orders could provide a boost, Taiwanese drone manufacturers are also accelerating overseas expansion to diversify their customer base and reduce reliance on local procurement.

Friday 18 September 2026
NCSIST showcases military tech at Taiwan Innotech Expo 2026
As countries worldwide accelerate efforts to develop homegrown defense technology capabilities, Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) showcased three key technologies at the Taiwan Innotech Expo 2026 (TIE), aimed at moving defense research from the laboratory to the battlefield and advancing dual-use applications.