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Craig Langford

Craig Langford
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Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.

Gripen E cleared for KC-390 refuel after Brazil test push

Saab and Embraer have completed the certification flight test campaign proving the Gripen E can be refuelled in flight by the KC-390 Millennium.

Sweden orders additional CAMM missiles for Visby corvettes

Sweden has expanded its acquisition of the Common Anti-air Modular Missile, signing a contract amendment with MBDA to enable further deliveries for the country’s air defence requirements.

Rutte raises Brunssum team as NATO stares down Russia

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte used a visit to Joint Force Command Brunssum to underline the Alliance’s posture on its northern and eastern frontiers and to praise the leadership of its new commander, General Ingo Gerhartz.

Elbit Systems UK delivers new radar systems to British Army

Elbit Systems UK has delivered the first batch of Ground Based Surveillance Radar systems to the Royal Artillery following successful live-fire trials earlier this year, the company stated.

UK still assessing new artillery timeline, says minister

The Ministry of Defence has said it is too early to confirm when the British Army’s new RCH 155 wheeled artillery system will enter service, though the project aims to achieve "minimum deployable capability within this decade".

Lloyd’s to certify Hunter class frigates for Australia

Lloyd’s Register has been awarded a contract by BAE Systems Maritime Australia to provide naval classification and construction oversight for the first three Hunter class frigates being built for the Royal Australian Navy.

NATO warplanes gather in Italy for Falcon Strike 2025

NATO air forces have gathered in Italy for Exercise Falcon Strike 2025, a large-scale multinational air combat exercise hosted by the Italian Air Force and aimed at strengthening Allied readiness and interoperability.

NATO Military Committee holds talks in Germany

The NATO Military Committee has concluded a three-day visit to the Joint Support and Enabling Command and the high-tech service provider IABG in Ulm, Germany.

U.S. Air Force approves Compass Call crew simulator

BAE Systems’ Compass Call Mission Crew Simulator has been approved for use by the U.S. Air Force, providing realistic training and mission rehearsal for crews operating the EA-37B electronic attack aircraft.

AERIUS Marine to supply HVAC systems for Hunter frigates

AERIUS Marine Australia has been contracted to design and supply the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems for the first three Hunter class frigates, BAE Systems Australia stated.