Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
Work begins on future British nuclear attack submarine
Babcock has confirmed it has begun long-lead work on the UK’s future SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines.
Babcock business boosted by Scotland shipbuilding
In its preliminary financial results, Babcock highlighted the pace of delivery in its Rosyth yard, where the Royal Navy’s Type 31 Inspiration-class frigates are under construction.
MoD awards £125m for armoured vehicle tracks
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £125 million framework contract to Cook Defence Systems (CDS) for the supply of heavy armoured vehicle tracks and associated items.
UK outlines training provided to Israeli Defence Forces
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that fewer than ten members of the Israel Defence Forces have been enrolled each year since 2020 on non-combat academic training courses delivered in the United Kingdom.
British naval vessel puts pressure on North Korea
HMS Spey worked alongside the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force to monitor maritime activity suspected of breaching sanctions.
Royal Navy again hunting German subs in Norwegian fjords
Royal Navy aircrew have returned from Norway after testing their submarine-hunting skills against German and Norwegian diesel-powered boats.
RAF bases under threat amid Palestine Action escalation
Telegraph journalists infiltrated a recent online planning meeting in which members allegedly discussed forming autonomous cells to conduct covert actions against defence contractors and military sites.
UK ‘committed’ to E-7 Wedgetail as oversight continues
The Ministry of Defence has stated the strategic importance of the E-7 Wedgetail early warning aircraft, while confirming that the programme remains under regular scrutiny to assess cost-effectiveness and ensure accountability.
BAE open huge new shipbuilding facility in Glasgow
The state-of-the-art shipbuilding hall, officially named the Janet Harvey Hall, will allow two Type 26 frigates to be constructed side by side for the first time fully undercover.
UK ramps up security at RAF bases
The Ministry of Defence has tightened security across the defence estate following what Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard described as “illegal entry and criminal vandalism” by members of Palestine Action at RAF Brize Norton last week.
