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UK says Russian advances mask heavy losses and weak gains
The UK government has set out an assessment of the war in Ukraine, with Defence Minister Luke Pollard saying Russian battlefield claims repeatedly fail against intelligence and operational reality.
France to build large new nuclear aircraft carrier
France has formally decided to proceed with the construction of a next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
MPs warn UK lags behind allies on drones
Senior Ministry of Defence officials have faced blunt criticism from MPs over the pace at which the UK is fielding drones and one-way effectors, amid warnings that British forces lag behind key European allies in deployed capability.
Rosyth facility timeline linked to Dreadnought Barrow exit
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the planned Contingent Docking Facility at Rosyth Dockyard will be delivered in line with HMS Dreadnought’s departure from Barrow.
No decision yet on how many drones to fly with Apache
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that no decision has yet been made on how many Land Autonomous Collaborative Platforms could ultimately be procured to operate alongside the Army’s AH-64E Apache helicopters, as it set out the formal competition timeline for Project NYX.
Boeing expands UK footprint with Spirit takeover
Boeing has formally expanded its UK presence following the completion of its acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, bringing major aerospace operations in Northern Ireland and Scotland under Boeing ownership.
NAVAL NEWS
France to build large new nuclear aircraft carrier
France has formally decided to proceed with the construction of a next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
Rosyth facility timeline linked to Dreadnought Barrow exit
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the planned Contingent Docking Facility at Rosyth Dockyard will be delivered in line with HMS Dreadnought’s departure from Barrow.
HII selected to design and build new US Navy frigate
HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division has been selected by the US Navy to design and build its future small surface combatant, using a derivative of the Legend-class National Security Cutter, after issues with the FREMM design.
French nuclear attack submarine arrives in Scotland
A French Navy Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarine has arrived at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
AVIATION NEWS
Francois warns helicopter delays threaten Leonardo UK future
Conservative MP Mark Francois has warned that continued delays to UK defence procurement risk undermining Leonardo’s long-term presence in Britain.
MPs warn UK lags behind allies on drones
Senior Ministry of Defence officials have faced blunt criticism from MPs over the pace at which the UK is fielding drones and one-way effectors, amid warnings that British forces lag behind key European allies in deployed capability.
No decision yet on how many drones to fly with Apache
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that no decision has yet been made on how many Land Autonomous Collaborative Platforms could ultimately be procured to operate alongside the Army’s AH-64E Apache helicopters, as it set out the formal competition timeline for Project NYX.
British Apache gunships to be fitted with APKWS rockets
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) will be part of the weapons mix for the British Army’s AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, with integration planned for 2027.
LAND NEWS
UK says Russian advances mask heavy losses and weak gains
The UK government has set out an assessment of the war in Ukraine, with Defence Minister Luke Pollard saying Russian battlefield claims repeatedly fail against intelligence and operational reality.
NATO backs £2.5bn 2026 budget to boost collective defence
At a meeting of the North Atlantic Council on 16 December, Allies approved a Civil Budget of about £455 million and a Military Budget of roughly £2.1 billion.
Ajax probe delays Defence Investment Plan decisions
Investigations into the Ajax armoured vehicle will shape decisions in the Defence Investment Plan, delaying the long awaited equipment spending document, as ministers await clarity on the troubled programme.
UK says General Dynamics currently ‘not in breach’ on Ajax
The Ministry of Defence has said that General Dynamics is not currently in breach of its contract for the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, despite renewed concerns over safety, vibration issues and operational viability raised in Parliament.
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