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American stealth fighters arrive in UK in Iran build-up
Six US Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighters have been tracked arriving in the United Kingdom, with the jets inbound to RAF Lakenheath supported by aerial refuelling tankers.
UK awards contract for common one-way effector launcher
The Ministry of Defence has issued a contract award notice for the purchase of additional Threod CATA launchers to support the British Army's emerging one-way effector (OWE) capability under the ASGARD programme.
UK extends Light Mobility Vehicle engagement deadline to March
The Ministry of Defence has issued an updated preliminary market engagement notice for its Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) project.
AtkinsRealis and Anduril UK partner on autonomous aircraft
AtkinsRealis has signed a teaming agreement with Anduril UK aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous aircraft for British defence programmes.
Qinetiq completes flight with 3D printed titanium aircraft part
QinetiQ has completed what may be the world's first flight of an aircraft containing a 3D printed structural component produced from recycled titanium.
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Ferguson Marine appoints Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair
Ferguson Marine has appointed shipbuilding veteran Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair of its Board, following a period serving as Interim Chair, the company stated.
MPs warned Russia is way ahead in undersea warfare
Witnesses told MPs that the Russian submarine force and deep-sea directorate GUGI give Moscow a major advantage in undersea operations, with the UK described as being on the frontline due to its concentration of data cables and energy infrastructure.
UK should have more submarines, MPs told
The UK should consider significantly expanding its submarine force as undersea threats proliferate and the barriers to entry for hostile actors continue to fall, witnesses told MPs.
Scottish Secretary to pursue shipbuilding deals in Indo-Pacific
The UK Government has announced that Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander will travel to Australia, New Zealand and Singapore on a week-long trade and defence mission.
UK to send carrier north in show of force against Russia
The UK will deploy a Carrier Strike Group to the North Atlantic and High North in 2026 under Operation Firecrest, aimed at deterring Russia and protecting critical undersea infrastructure.
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Largest U.S build up since Gulf War happening now near Iran
A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is being described as the most significant movement of American aircraft in decades during a period of heightened tensions with Iran.
American stealth fighters arrive in UK in Iran build-up
Six US Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighters have been tracked arriving in the United Kingdom, with the jets inbound to RAF Lakenheath supported by aerial refuelling tankers.
UK awards contract for common one-way effector launcher
The Ministry of Defence has issued a contract award notice for the purchase of additional Threod CATA launchers to support the British Army's emerging one-way effector (OWE) capability under the ASGARD programme.
AtkinsRealis and Anduril UK partner on autonomous aircraft
AtkinsRealis has signed a teaming agreement with Anduril UK aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous aircraft for British defence programmes.
Qinetiq completes flight with 3D printed titanium aircraft part
QinetiQ has completed what may be the world's first flight of an aircraft containing a 3D printed structural component produced from recycled titanium.
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UK extends Light Mobility Vehicle engagement deadline to March
The Ministry of Defence has issued an updated preliminary market engagement notice for its Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) project.
Techscaler plans New York trip in expanded export push
Scotland's Techscaler programme will take a small group of growth-stage start-ups to New York and New Jersey this year as part of an expanded international schedule designed to help companies win contracts and build commercial links overseas.
Scottish Government outline veterans health reforms
Scottish Government minutes show work advancing on GP accreditation, mental health reforms and the planned VALOUR hubs.
BAE Systems agrees deal to acquire Swedish supplier
BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad, a Sweden-based manufacturer specialising in precision-machined, large and complex structures.
How IDV is evolving the Viking uncrewed vehicle
Speakign to the UKD efence Journal, IDV argues Viking reflects a rare UK-based uncrewed ground capability, developed and integrated by a domestic team as interest in autonomy grows.
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