Adam Barr
A 29-year-old freelance journalist based in Glasgow, he previously worked in the operations team at a major events company and now covers military affairs and technology for several publications.
Estonia receives first HIMARS from Lockheed Martin
The new systems offer both strike depth and interoperability, supporting integrated NATO fire missions and allowing Estonia to contribute more robustly to collective defence.
Marshall in 14-year sonar module deal with Thales UK
Marshall has been awarded a major 14-year contract by Thales UK to manufacture, maintain, and support sonar modules critical to the Royal Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
U.S. and Canada conduct joint military exercise
Troops and equipment were delivered via a Royal Canadian CC-130J Hercules aircraft, with training incorporating mass static-line jumps, free-fall insertions, and coordinated ground operations.
NATO combat aircraft over Romania to ‘deter’ Russia
The multinational operation involved Greek and Turkish F-16 Fighting Falcons, Italian Eurofighter Typhoons, and a French air-to-air refuelling tanker.
NATO to hold major emergency exercise in Bulgaria
NATO has announced that its 20th multinational emergency management exercise, BULGARIA 2025, will be conducted from 7 to 12 September 2025, hosted by the Republic of Bulgaria.
SEA wins 15-year deal to support Royal Navy resilience
SEA, a Cohort plc company, has secured a 15-year, £8 million contract with Thales under the Maritime Sensor Enhancement Team (MSET) programme, supporting the long-term resilience and availability of Royal Navy vessels.
MOD cuts armed forces recruitment time by 39%
The Ministry of Defence has significantly reduced the time it takes for new recruits to join the UK Armed Forces and is implementing further reforms to streamline the process.
