Craig Langford
Trained as a mechanical engineer, Craig took an unconventional route into journalism, bringing with him a rare technical precision and analytical depth that continues to set his reporting apart.
UK says Falklands defences remain robust
Britain maintains a "robust" air, land and maritime military presence in the South Atlantic and considers current force levels sufficient to defend the Falkland Islands, a Minister has said.
Type 31 schedule challenges being monitored
The Type 31 frigate programme continues to face schedule challenges linked to its ambitious build timeline and the integration, testing and assurance of ship systems, the Ministry of Defence has said.
Direct award planned for helicopter load equipment deal
The Ministry of Defence intends to amend its contract with AmSafe Bridport for helicopter under slung load equipment and airdrop cargo nets without a competition
Laser weapons could go on a range of platforms, MP told
The Ministry of Defence continues to assess the most effective ways to deploy and integrate directed energy weapons across different environments and platforms.
Counter-drone system to protect British bases
The Ministry of Defence is investing £240 million in Project PRESAGIUM, an enhanced counter-drone system intended to detect and defeat emerging drone threats.
No date yet for integrated military rail plan
The Ministry of Defence has said work is continuing on a more integrated approach to domestic and international military rail movements, but no completion date has yet been set.
Government again commits not to extend Dreadnought sub life
The Government has confirmed that it has accepted the recommendation not to extend the service lives of the Royal Navy Dreadnought-class ballistic missile submarines beyond their intended end-of-service dates.
UK refuses to name Army units for Ukraine force
The Ministry of Defence has declined to identify which British Army units have been allocated to the multinational force being prepared for Ukraine, citing operational security risks around any future deployment.
Challenger 3 tank timetable under review
The Challenger 3 main battle tank programme is undergoing a performance review and reapproval process, with Defence yet to quantify potential delays to Initial and Full Operating Capability.
UK brings forward maritime role for Protector drones
Britain is bringing forward plans to give the RAF Protector drone a maritime capability, with a review of the programme now under way.
