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Craig Langford

Craig Langford
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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.

Portuguese F-16s take over Baltic air policing mission

Portuguese Air Force F-16 fighter jets have deployed to Estonia to take over the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission, replacing an Italian detachment, according to NATO Allied Air Command.

UK sets out funding plan for new munitions factories

The Ministry of Defence has issued an updated early engagement notice outlining plans to support the construction of new UK energetics and munitions manufacturing facilities.

Boeing to expand PAC-3 seeker production under US deal

Boeing has agreed a seven-year framework to significantly expand production of PAC-3 missile seekers.

Government reviewing fallout report after nuclear test concerns

The government has said it will examine the implications of a previously restricted report into nuclear fallout contamination, following renewed scrutiny over its handling and potential impact on past legal cases involving veterans.

Royal Navy completes NATO submarine rescue trials

The Royal Navy has completed a four-day trial of the NATO Submarine Rescue System in Scotland, testing the alliance’s ability to respond to a distressed submarine.

AI tested to support battlefield medical decisions

UK and US scientists have trialled the use of artificial intelligence to support battlefield medical decision-making, examining whether personnel are willing to trust and delegate life-and-death choices to AI.

Babcock reshuffles executive team ahead of CEO exit

Babcock International Group has announced a series of executive leadership changes, including the formal confirmation of a successor to chief executive David Lockwood.

Police highlight role of online intelligence in terror work

Counter Terrorism Policing has highlighted the role of online intelligence in preventing attacks, as part of a new podcast episode featuring a specialist working in the field.

Ukraine claims 1.3m Russian losses since invasion began

Ukraine has said total Russian casualties, killed and wounded, have reached around 1,302,370 personnel since February 2022.

BAE wins contract for mobile air defence system

BAE Systems has secured a contract worth USD 180 million from Sweden for its TRIDON Mk2 air defence system, the company said.