Craig Langford
UK and Norway sign new naval helicopter pact
The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a new agreement deepening helicopter cooperation between their navies, allowing British aircraft to operate from Norwegian warships and bases.
Australia funds AUKUS long-lead nuclear systems
The funding will support the manufacture of critical components for nuclear propulsion systems destined for Australia’s first two SSN-AUKUS submarines, which are to be built at Osborne in South Australia.
UK continues to explore Australian radar for warships
The UK is continuing to explore the potential use of Australian-developed Active Electronically Scanned Array radar technology on British platforms, following talks between defence ministers in London.
Australian warship ignores Chinese warnings
An Australian frigate has conducted what Canberra described as a routine transit through the South China Sea, with Chinese state media claiming the vessel was tracked and monitored throughout its passage.
America names new fighter drone Dark Merlin
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has announced that its U.S. Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft will carry the designation YFQ-42A Dark Merlin.
Most powerful warship in the world heading to Iran
The U.S. Navy's newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has transited the Strait of Gibraltar and is heading east.
How U.S. Navy F-16 jets support adversary training
The aircraft form part of a broader adversary enterprise that includes other platforms used to replicate a range of air threats.
UK joins European push for low-cost air defence weapons
The UK has joined France, Germany, Italy and Poland in launching a new multinational initiative to develop low-cost air defence weapons aimed at countering drone and missile threats across Europe.
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.










