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UK says military data remains sovereign under Palantir deal
The Ministry of Defence has said that all data analysed using Palantir software remains under UK control, following concerns raised in Parliament over the risk of foreign government access, according to the department.
UK firm unveils next-gen uncrewed mine clearer
Pearson Engineering has announced a 1.5 million investment in the development of a new uncrewed mine and route clearance system, marking the launch of the MineWolf MW370 Next Generation.
UK reviews impact of Scottish defence support policy
"We are liaising with Scottish Government and Scotland’s defence industry to understand the impact assessments that have been conducted on the Defence Sector Support Policy," Pollard said.
Defence data shows most equipment spending stays in UK
The Ministry of Defence has said the majority of its equipment spending is placed with UK industry, while acknowledging it does not track the full origin of components or materials used in production.
UK confirms no end date for anti-Daesh strike mission
The UK government has said there are no plans to bring Operation Shader to an end, confirming the long-running military mission against Daesh in Iraq and Syria remains ongoing, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Trump letter to Norway raises questions among allies
US President Donald Trump has written to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a letter that was subsequently circulated among European diplomatic missions in Washington, according to PBS News.
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UK reviews impact of Scottish defence support policy
"We are liaising with Scottish Government and Scotland’s defence industry to understand the impact assessments that have been conducted on the Defence Sector Support Policy," Pollard said.
Scottish steel cash crisis threatens naval support ships
The programme to build three Fleet Solid Support ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary is facing early disruption after a cash shortage at Liberty Steel Dalzell raised concerns over the supply of plate steel.
US warship fires weapons during South China Sea patrol
A U.S. Navy destroyer has carried out live-fire training while operating in the South China Sea as part of routine deployment activity with a carrier strike group, according to the service.
Sweeney warns vessel delays risk shipyard job losses
"The Scottish Government have failed to purchase a new vessel with a Scottish shipyard in over a decade," warned Paul Sweeney MSP.
AVIATION NEWS
Progress on counter-drone engagement policy
The Ministry of Defence has set out its current approach to developing policy for the active engagement of unmanned aerial systems, following a parliamentary question on counter-drone measures, the department stated.
UK confirms no end date for anti-Daesh strike mission
The UK government has said there are no plans to bring Operation Shader to an end, confirming the long-running military mission against Daesh in Iraq and Syria remains ongoing, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Avenger jet drone conducts simulated intercept
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has completed another autonomous flight demonstration using its MQ-20 Avenger jet, including a simulated aerial intercept against a live, piloted aircraft, according to the company.
QinetiQ secures huge Typhoon support contract extension
The agreement will see QinetiQ deliver ongoing mission-critical engineering support intended to sustain Typhoon capability and pilot safety.
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UK says military data remains sovereign under Palantir deal
The Ministry of Defence has said that all data analysed using Palantir software remains under UK control, following concerns raised in Parliament over the risk of foreign government access, according to the department.
UK firm unveils next-gen uncrewed mine clearer
Pearson Engineering has announced a 1.5 million investment in the development of a new uncrewed mine and route clearance system, marking the launch of the MineWolf MW370 Next Generation.
Defence data shows most equipment spending stays in UK
The Ministry of Defence has said the majority of its equipment spending is placed with UK industry, while acknowledging it does not track the full origin of components or materials used in production.
Trump letter to Norway raises questions among allies
US President Donald Trump has written to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a letter that was subsequently circulated among European diplomatic missions in Washington, according to PBS News.
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