Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
Royal Navy support contract planned for pipes and valves
The Ministry of Defence is exploring a major support contract worth up to GBP 150 million for the supply and maintenance of hoses, pipework and valves used on Royal Navy vessels.
British warship downs swarm of attack drones off UK coast
Royal Navy destroyer HMS Duncan recently faced a sustained barrage of drone and missile threats during a concentrated 72-hour exercise off the Welsh coast.
Rolls-Royce completes key B-52J engine altitude testing
Rolls-Royce has completed altitude and operability testing of its F130 engine as part of the programme to re-engine the U.S. Air Force B-52J Stratofortress bomber fleet, the company announced.
Royal Marines conduct Arctic fjord missions
Specialist Royal Marines have carried out covert reconnaissance missions in the fjords of northern Norway as part of preparations for a major NATO Arctic exercise.
Families moved away from RAF Akrotiri on Cyprus
The Ministry of Defence has said non-essential personnel and families at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus have been relocated to temporary accommodation elsewhere on the island as part of measures to strengthen security at the base.
Decision on new low-cost air defence missile yet to be made
The Ministry of Defence has said a decision on whether the UK will procure a proposed new low-cost air defence missile has not yet been taken.
Minister says defence investment plan will be published when ready
A defence minister has said the Government will publish its Defence Investment Plan once it is complete, arguing that major spending decisions are already being taken.
UK airborne forces deepen US and French ties
16 Air Assault Brigade continues to strengthen interoperability with the US 82nd Airborne Division and France's 11e Brigade Parachutiste through a series of exercises and exchanges.
RAF rules out F-35 reservist pilot scheme
The Royal Air Force has assessed the possibility of allowing reservist pilots to operate F-35 fighter jets but concluded that such a model is not suitable for the UK at present, the Ministry of Defence said.
MP presses government on ship availability
Labour MP Alex Ballinger raised concerns about naval capacity as the UK faces simultaneous pressures across multiple theatres, including recent deployments connected to tensions in the Middle East.
