George Allison
Fleet Solid Support Ship passes ‘Preliminary Design Review’
The Fleet Solid Support Ships programme for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary has successfully completed the 'Preliminary Design Review', which marks the first major milestone in the programme.
Portsmouth man jailed for 3D-printed gun, terror offences
A man from Portsmouth has been sentenced to nine years and six months in prison for terrorism offences and attempting to manufacture his own firearm using a 3D printer.
NATO forces train to deter Russian attack against Europe
Next week, NATO's 'Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe' will launch Exercise Steadfast Duel 2024, focusing on strengthening defence for the Euro-Atlantic region.
Progress on new frigate HMS Venturer at Rosyth
The Type 31 Frigate programme is creating substantial employment opportunities in Scotland.
Second British aircraft carrier to put to sea
HMS Queen Elizabeth will shortly be heading out to sea, becoming the second British aircraft carrier at sea in waters around the UK.
Russia ‘likely to make gains in Kharkiv’ says Britain
The UK Ministry of Defence has provided an update on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, focusing on the situation in the eastern Kharkiv Oblast.
IBM tipped for £30m air command and control system contract
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract valued at £30 million to IBM for the delivery, integration, and initial in-service support of the Air Command and Control system, known as 'GUARDIAN'.
Britain’s new air defence laser downs multiple missiles
RAF aircraft will soon receive a new laser self-protection system, after successful trials proved its capability to defend against missile threats.
British carrier strike group to ‘neutralise’ targets
Throughout Exercise Strike Warrior, aircraft will be launched, missiles fired, bombs dropped, and targets neutralised, showcasing the might of the UK’s Carrier Strike Group.
British destroyer defends fleet from ‘air attack’
During the first week of Exercise Strike Warrior, the crew of HMS Dauntless undertook whole-ship training that included Air Defence Exercises and a major fire exercise.