Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
BAE Systems wins $70m Virginia sub missile tube contract
BAE Systems has been awarded a $70 million contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat to manufacture missile tubes for the U.S. Navy’s next-generation Virginia-class submarines.
UK says security guarantees key to lasting peace in Ukraine
The UK has called on its international partners to offer "real and credible security assurances" to Ukraine, warning that a durable peace will only be possible if Russia is deterred from continuing its aggression.
UK Defence Journal tricks Russian state media
An April Fools’ Day article published by the UK Defence Journal was mistakenly reported as fact by Russian state media outlet RT.
RAF jets scrambled after aircraft loses contact with ATC
RAF Lossiemouth has confirmed that Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoons were launched earlier today after a civilian aircraft failed to respond to air traffic control.
New British battle tank to outclass Russian equivalent
The UK’s next-generation main battle tank, Challenger 3, will rival or exceed adversary platforms such as Russia’s T-14 Armata.
MoD commits to bomb disposal health amid cancer concerns
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the health of military personnel working in bomb disposal roles, following questions raised in Parliament about the potential long-term health risks associated with the role — including the possible link to bladder cancer.
BAE Systems launches Return-to-Work programme for engineers
BAE Systems is launching a new returners programme in Scotland aimed at helping engineers and engineering professionals get back into the industry after a career break, in partnership with STEM Returners.
JFD in £11m contract to support Royal Navy subsea capability
Underwater systems specialist JFD has secured a new £11 million, eight-year contract with the Ministry of Defence to maintain and upgrade the Royal Navy’s transportable diving compression chambers, ensuring their long-term operational readiness.
UK considers Typhoons, F-35s to support Ukraine peace plan
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that elements of the UK Armed Forces remain ready to support the formation of a Multinational Force for Ukraine.
British Army contracts FPV drone fleet for strike training
This vision—announced at the RUSI Land Warfare Conference—envisions a digitally integrated battlefield where any sensor can cue any effector, enabling British forces to defeat adversaries "up to three times their size" by 2030.
