2025 Resources

The Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) is one of NATO’s high-visibility initiatives. It aims to provide a timely and cost-effective solution to the large number of multi-role rotorcraft that will reach the end of their lifecycle by 2035/2040. Defence iQ’s Divisional Director, Anisa Cousin, had the pleasure of being joined by Cyril Heckel, NGRC Programme Manager at NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA).

Cyril spoke to us at length about NGRC, including: insights into the industry collaboration on future concept studies; what's expected in the post-concept phase of the programme, plans to shape NGRC specifications and requirements, which include running a competitive process to identify the NGRC design solution; and the awareness and integration of technology such as AI, and Additive Manufacturing, and Open System Architecture for a positive impact on through-life. Cyril will be providing a brief at the 24th annual International Military Helicopter 2025 conference, where we will bring together 500+ of the most influential stakeholders from across the global rotary wing community.

Defence expert and frequent Defence IQ contributor Dr James Bosbotinis shares his views on the latest developments in military rotorcraft. With the prospect of facing close peers becoming a greater possibility, rotorcraft technology and use have to adapt to the new realities of operating in a highly contested environment. While the more bombastic elements of the media have quickly pointed to rotorcraft performance in Ukraine as evidence that they are confined to secondary roles, Dr Bosbotinis delivers a more nuanced view, advocating that systems and helicopter usage should be updated to reflect the new realities of the battlefield.

As one of the largest players in the military rotorcraft sector, Airbus Helicopter needs to ensure it delivers the most efficient products possible to maintain its market position. This is only possible through a clear market and supplier strategy. We had the privilege of interviewing Airbus’ Head of Marketing and Sales Development, William Sampson, who shared insights into Airbus’ strategy and supplier relationships in the rotorcraft sector.

The role military helicopters play on the battlefield continues to be significant. While new Anti-Air technologies and tactics have posed challenges to the sector, it continues to address them. New military helicopter programmes worldwide are investing in the latest technologies to increase survivability and capabilities. In preparation for IMH 2025, we are releasing the 2025-2029 Acquisition Report focussing on:

• The latest and most significant military helicopter projects
• Current and future spending on rotorcraft programmes
• Regional Analysis and Trends and their impact on the market
  

Here is the attendee snapshot for International Military Helicopter 2025.

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In the lead-up to IMH 2025, Defence iQ has created a brand-new interactive report that provides global market intelligence for the international military helicopter market.

It is the most up-to-date and comprehensive data tool for learning where over US$121 billion is being spent across over 40 countries and 130+ rotary programmes.

Hosted on the IMH website, this interactive report is fully customisable. Whether you view spending by country or region or delve deeper into individual programmes, this interactive report empowers you to extract the ultimate value from the global data set.

Download the report now to:

• Discover specific programme forecasts on different helicopter types, including attack, heavy lift, training & utility
• View detailed breakdowns of spending trends across regions and globally. • Access country-specific project spending.
• Gain insights on expenditures by helicopter type and supplier.

Stay ahead on your market intelligence with Defence iQs International Military Helicopter Interactive Report.

Perhaps no other platform is in need of greater review than the Military Helicopter. With the proliferation of surface-to-air threats increasing as we turn to near-peer competition, how we build, arm, and use helicopters requires a serious and honest rethink. The International Military Helicopter Conference provides a forum to do just that, bringing cutting-edge thinkers from across forces, industry, and academia to discuss how we can mitigate new battlefield challenges and leverage new technologies, tactics, and doctrine. Highlighting last year's success and accomplishments, we are proud to publish the 2024 Post-Show report.

International Military Helicopter February 25 - 27, 2025.

Bringing together the most influential stakeholders from across the global rotary wing community, the 24th annual International Military Helicopter (IMH) is coming to the Novotel London West, London UK. With over 450 specialists and decision makers from the military, industry, R&D, and academia, IMH 2025 will delve into future procurement activities and investments that are delivering next-generation capabilities to support tomorrow’s missions

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Defence iQ's 24th annual International Military Helicopter returns on 25-27 February 2025 at Novotel West, London. 

Find out who you can meet at the worlds leading rotorcraft conference for international militaries and the entire industry supply chain by downloading the attendee list from the 2024 conference below. 

Download 2024 attendee list today. 

Defence iQ's 24th annual International Military Helicopter returns on 25-27 February 2025 at Novotel West, London. 

Find out who you can meet at the worlds leading rotorcraft conference for international militaries and the entire industry supply chain by downloading the attendee list from the 2024 conference below. 

Download 2024 attendee list today.