Adam Barr
Based in Glasgow, Adam writes under a pseudonym and covers military affairs and technology across several publications. He brings a background in large-scale operations and event management to his reporting, lending a practical perspective to his work.
MOD issues procurement update on Commando Insertion Craft
The Commando Insertion Craft is intended to provide the Royal Marines with a fast, low-signature platform capable of delivering small teams from ships at distance.
Hundreds of MOD devices reported lost since July 2024
The Ministry of Defence has reported the loss of hundreds of electronic devices, including phones, laptops, and computers, since July 2024.
NATO AWACS aircraft arrives in Lithuania
NATO has deployed three E-3A Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) aircraft to Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania, to support enhanced Vigilance Activities in the Baltic region.
UK aiming to speed up warship procurement
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed plans to accelerate the procurement process for new surface fleet assets for both the Royal Navy and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary.
Sub infrastructure upgrades at Devonport in build phase
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Submarine Waterfront Infrastructure Future programme at HM Naval Base Devonport is moving from design into the construction phase, a milestone in efforts to restore and modernise the UK’s submarine maintenance capacity.
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.
