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.
Containerised launcher fires HELLFIRE in live tests
The trials, conducted in the United States, saw the system load and fire a missile from a 10-foot Tricon container, marking what the firm described as the first integrated live-fire and vertical launch demonstration of the concept.
Progress continues on new British warship in Glasgow
HMS Cardiff, the Royal Navy’s second Type 26 frigate, has passed another construction milestone with the installation of its anchor chains, according to BAE Systems.
Britain to board Russian shadow fleet vessels
UK forces will be able to board and detain sanctioned vessels transiting British waters under new measures aimed at disrupting the Russian shadow fleet.
Defence delays pushing investment overseas warn industry
Industry warns that competitors such as the United States, Germany and Poland are benefitting instead of UK firms.
British warship ‘fights off’ attack drones in serials
Royal Navy destroyer HMS Duncan recently successfully tracked and neutralised multiple drone threats during a live-fire training exercise off the Welsh coast, as part of a QinetiQ-led programme designed to replicate modern warfare conditions.
American in UK charged with 11 terrorism offences
A 33-year-old American man from Leeds has been charged with eleven terrorism offences following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East, the organisation stated.
US C-17 completes first nuclear microreactor airlift
U.S. Air Force personnel, including reservists from the 419th Fighter Wing, have supported the first military airlift of a transportable micro-nuclear reactor.
MARSS signs big Nigeria defence MoU
MARSS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence for a national C4I programme valued at over USD 190 million, the company stated.
Major defence projects slipping as delays mount
Even where costs appear contained, delays can erode capability, disrupt planning and drive further expense over time.
British forces under strain as demand rises and gaps persist
The Ministry of Defence accepted that it is operating under increasing strain, with rising global demands and ongoing capability gaps placing pressure on force readiness and delivery.
