Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
U.S. Navy awards Link 16 radio contract to Data Link
Data Link Solutions is a joint venture between BAE Systems and Collins Aerospace, an RTX business.
Royal Navy Peregrine drone saved from crashing
A Royal Navy drone operator has been recognised after rapid intervention prevented an unmanned helicopter from plunging into the sea during operations aboard HMS Lancaster.
US Navy fires Commander due to loss of confidence
The U.S. Navy has relieved the commodore of First Naval Construction Regiment (1 NCR) due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command, the service stated.
RFA confirms 3-month crewing is optional, not default
Wording on the recruitment website for the RFA suggested that a three-month rotation was the default, that has now been removed.
American forces strike Syria hitting terror sites
US Central Command said American forces carried out five strikes against Islamic State targets in Syria between 27 January and 2 February, destroying what it described as a communications site, logistics node and weapons storage facilities.
UK explores stronger underwater protection for naval bases
Britain is examining ways to strengthen underwater security around naval bases and ports as part of a broader effort to protect critical maritime infrastructure, according to new parliamentary answers from the Ministry of Defence.
Mini sonobuoys being developed for uncrewed systems
The Royal Navy is moving to expand its undersea surveillance reach through the development of miniaturised sonobuoys designed for use with uncrewed air systems, as part of a wider shift towards more autonomous anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
Fleet of NATO warships heads for Baltic Sea
A multinational NATO naval force has departed southern Spain to begin the maritime phase of Exercise STEADFAST DART 26, according to the alliance.
UK defence confirms no contracts with X or xAI
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it has not spent money on contracts with X in around two years, following a written parliamentary question on the use of the social media platform by the department.
Melorius scrapped after CBRN alternative emerges
The Ministry of Defence has explained the circumstances behind a write-off linked to the cancellation of a chemical and biological medical countermeasure programme.
