ST Engineering Introduces Novel Loitering Munition and Modular Rifle Series at Singapore Airshow 2026

Summary

ST Engineering showcased several significant weapons systems at Singapore Airshow 2026, most notably the EagleStrike, the company's first-ever loitering munition, which has achieved Technology Readiness Level 7 and is projected to enter production in early 2027. The EagleStrike is a beyond-line-of-sight weapon capable of traveling at 67 mph with a range of 12.4 miles and a 30-minute loitering time, featuring a 7-ounce dual-mode shaped-charge warhead designed for top-attack engagements against lightly armored targets, and can be deployed in pods of 16 canister units mounted on vehicles. In addition to the loitering munition, ST Engineering unveiled the AME modular rifle family, a suite of five 5.56mm AR-15-based weapons including a carbine, assault rifle, grenade launcher variant, light machine gun, and designated marksman rifle, representing a departure from the bullpup SAR-21 currently supplied to Singapore's armed forces. The AME rifle family incorporates several improvements over the original AR-15 platform, such as enhanced barrel harmonics, a two-stage trigger, ambidextrous controls, and a muzzle brake that reduces recoil by 20%, with the series primarily targeting international export markets where sales have already been secured.