UK secures largest share of new European defence manufacturing investment
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UK secures largest share of new European defence manufacturing investment

1 hour ago · Originally published 6 Oct 2026 7/10 Original headline: UK takes lead as Europe expands defence manufacturing capacity
The UK has attracted 34 of the 197 new defence manufacturing investments across Europe since the start of 2024, placing it ahead of Germany and France. This growth in domestic production capacity, supported by companies like BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce, reflects a wider effort to strengthen the continent's defence-industrial capabilities.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK National
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