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HII explores AI shipbuilding welding partnership
American shipbuilder HII has signed a memorandum of understanding with Path Robotics to explore the integration of artificial intelligence-driven welding technology into its shipbuilding operations.
Royal Navy submarine trainees pass out at HMNB Clyde
Thirty-nine Royal Navy submarine qualifying students have completed the classroom-based dry phase of their training at HMNB Clyde, the service stated.
British and French troops train for NATO rapid response role
British and French soldiers have taken part in joint training in France aimed at improving interoperability and demonstrating readiness to defend NATO territory, the Ministry of Defence stated.
U.S. Navy fires warship Captain during exercise
The U.S. Navy has fired the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
U.S. Navy opens first F-16 maintenance line
The U.S. Navy has established a new depot-level maintenance programme for their F-16 Viper aircraft
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HII explores AI shipbuilding welding partnership
American shipbuilder HII has signed a memorandum of understanding with Path Robotics to explore the integration of artificial intelligence-driven welding technology into its shipbuilding operations.
Royal Navy submarine trainees pass out at HMNB Clyde
Thirty-nine Royal Navy submarine qualifying students have completed the classroom-based dry phase of their training at HMNB Clyde, the service stated.
U.S. Navy fires warship Captain during exercise
The U.S. Navy has fired the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
U.S. Navy seeks to speed up Medium Landing Ship build
The U.S. Navy has issued a Request for Proposal for a Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the acquisition of its new Medium Landing Ship (LSM), with a contract award anticipated in mid-2026, the service stated.
Babcock introduces paid premature baby leave for UK staff
Babcock International Group has introduced a new paid premature baby leave entitlement for its UK-based employees, becoming the first defence company to sign The Employer with Heart Charter in partnership with The Smallest Things charity.
AVIATION NEWS
U.S. Navy opens first F-16 maintenance line
The U.S. Navy has established a new depot-level maintenance programme for their F-16 Viper aircraft
Exercise Hyperion Storm validates RAF spec ops readiness
Exercise Hyperion Storm has confirmed Royal Air Force readiness to support the upcoming UK leadership role in the NATO Allied Reaction Force Special Operations Component from July 2026, the service stated.
DARPA missile drone moves closer to first flight
The project is intended to develop an aircraft that can be launched from a larger aircraft, fly ahead of crewed platforms, and engage targets using its own air-to-air missiles.
UK intelligence says Russia increased drone strike tempo
UK Defence Intelligence has reported that Russia launched approximately 4,400 one-way attack uncrewed aerial systems against Ukrainian targets in January 2026.
Tekever opens UAS training school at West Wales Airport
Tekever has launched a new uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) Training School at West Wales Airport, designed to provide instruction for both internal teams and external customers.
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Kongsberg to supply RS4 weapon stations for CAVS fleet
Patria has signed a contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 remote weapon stations for more than 300 Patria 6x6 armoured vehicles under the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme.
MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
British and American tanks train together in Estonia
British Challenger 2 tanks have trained alongside U.S. Army armoured forces during Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, as NATO’s multinational battlegroup tested its ability to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions.
MOD outlines plan to upgrade military family housing
The Ministry of Defence has set out measures it says are underway to improve the quality, maintenance and availability of Service Family Accommodation.
Lithuania orders Leopard 2 bridge layers in KNDS deal
Lithuania has commissioned KNDS Deutschland to deliver twelve LEGUAN bridge layer vehicles based on the Leopard 2 chassis.
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