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.
French aircraft carrier proving its worth in Mediterranean
France’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle has been deployed to the eastern Mediterranean as part of a wider French naval response to rising tensions linked to the conflict involving Iran.
MOD to award intelligence data deal to Janes
The Ministry of Defence plans to award a contract worth up to GBP 17.5 million to Janes for access to defence intelligence databases and analytical tools.
BAE Systems delivers 100,000th APKWS guidance kit
BAE Systems has delivered its 100,000th Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) laser-guidance kit, a production milestone for the widely used precision-strike system.
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.
