Adam Barr | UK Defence Journal

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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.

SEA wins 15-year deal to support Royal Navy resilience

May 3, 2025

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%

April 30, 2025

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.

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