Craig Caffrey

Director, Defense Data and Analysis

London

Summary

Craig is the head of Aviation Week Network's defense data team responsible for managing the company’s defense-related databases and leading on consultancy projects.

Prior to joining Aviation Week Network in March 2019, Craig spent 12 years at Jane’s, as lead analyst and consultant for military aircraft markets and later for global defense-spending trends focusing on Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. He has extensive consulting experience on behalf of both government and industry clients.
Craig has a degree in History and Politics from the University of Leicester and a Master’s in Intelligence and International Security from King’s College London.

Articles

By Craig Caffrey
After months of negotiations, release of the UK’s Defense Investment Plan (DIP) on June 30 finally provided some clarity around the future of British defense.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Craig Caffrey
Aviation Week Defense Market Analyzer data shows that spending by militaries around the world is set to spike in 2027.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Craig Caffrey
In late May Taiwan finally approved a new special budget for defense, ensuring that the country’s defense budget will continue to be augmented by supplemental funds beyond 2026.
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