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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.

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.

Britain to test launch new ballistic missiles next year

The Ministry of Defence has set out new details on its Nightfall deep-strike missile programme for Ukraine, confirming development contracts will be awarded this spring, with production expected to begin in late 2027.

GRAYBURN to cover weapons from pistols to machine guns

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Project GRAYBURN, the British Army future small arms programme, will encompass the full dismounted close combat weapons portfolio, ranging from pistols through to machine guns.