Daniel Darling
Vice President, Market Insights
Dan Darling is Forecast International’s director of military and defense markets. In this role, Dan oversees a team of analysts tasked with covering everything from budgeting to weapons systems to defense electronics and military aerospace. Additionally, for over 17 years Dan has, at various times, authored the International Military Markets reports for Europe, Eurasia, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region.
Dan's work has been cited in Defense News, Real Clear Defense, Asian Military Review, Al Jazeera, and Financial Express, among others, and he has also contributed commentary to The Diplomat, The National Interest and World Politics Review. He has been quoted in Arabian Business, the Financial Times, Flight International, The New York Times, Bloomberg and National Defense Magazine.
In addition, Dan has made guest appearances on the online radio show Midrats and on The Media Line, as well as The Red Line Podcast, plus media appearances on France 24 and World Is One News (WION).
Dan's work has been cited in Defense News, Real Clear Defense, Asian Military Review, Al Jazeera, and Financial Express, among others, and he has also contributed commentary to The Diplomat, The National Interest and World Politics Review. He has been quoted in Arabian Business, the Financial Times, Flight International, The New York Times, Bloomberg and National Defense Magazine.
In addition, Dan has made guest appearances on the online radio show Midrats and on The Media Line, as well as The Red Line Podcast, plus media appearances on France 24 and World Is One News (WION).
Sandy Hook, United States
Aerospace, Defense & Security
Accurate and reliable market forecasts are more critical than ever to achieving success. For over 50 years, Forecast International has set the standard in aerospace and defense intelligence—delivering expert analysis, trusted data, and forward-looking insights that help our clients navigate rapid market shifts and global disruptions. But we’re more than just reports. From custom consulting to strategic support, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges and shape smart decisions. Our mission remains clear: to provide actionable intelligence that reduces uncertainty and makes the future as predictable as possible.
