Italy

Global Combat Air Programme advances with £4.6bn Edgewing contract for next-gen fighter

Three-nation funding allocation covers activities until end of 2027. The trinational Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has entered its next phase, with the award of an 18-month contract funding the completion of its advanced concept and assessment phase. Announced on 3 July – two days after its signature – the new allocation of £4.6 billion…