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
Singapore’s defense budget is increasing by double digits for the fourth time in five years as it responds to a deteriorating global security environment.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Craig Caffrey
India defense sector spending will rise by 6.4% compared to the revised estimates for 2024-25.
AWIN Knowledge Center

By Craig Caffrey
Middle East defense spending trends are shifting as increases in Algeria and Israel skew the overall budget picture.
Budget, Policy & Operations