Lisa West
Lisa has a degree in Media & Communication from Glasgow Caledonian University and works with industry news, sifting through press releases in addition to moderating website comments.
UK industry confirmed for 37% share of new Typhoon builds
Defence Minister Luke Pollard has confirmed that Britain will manufacture a large share of the components for the Typhoon aircraft expected to be ordered by both Germany and Italy.
Worlds most powerful warship pushes into Arctic Circle
The U.S. Navy’s most advanced carrier has spent the last two weeks operating at the edge of the Arctic Circle alongside a combined NATO flotilla, underscoring just how central the High North has become in great power competition.
UK monitoring Russian use of Kinzhal and Zircon missiles
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it is monitoring Russia’s deployment of advanced missile systems, including the Kinzhal and Zircon.
Former Defence Secretary says Army erred with Ajax, not CV90
Former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has reignited debate over the British Army’s armoured vehicle programmes, declaring that the UK should have opted for CV90 rather than persisting with Ajax.
Fleet Solid Support ships ‘still on track’ say MOD
The Ministry of Defence has advised that the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme remains on course, with production of the first vessel due to start later this year, despite the collapse of Harland & Wolff and its subsequent takeover by Navantia UK.
MoD sets out RAF progress on autonomous systems
"The RAF are committed to the exploitation of autonomy and other complimentary technologies in a range of systems."
MoD data highlights gaps in defence contract reporting
New figures from the Ministry of Defence show the breakdown of defence contracts awarded over the past year, but also reveal billions of pounds of spending that cannot yet be clearly attributed to UK or overseas suppliers.
Scottish shipyards to build more frigates after Norway deal
More frigate work is coming to the Clyde.
New Medium Helicopter project downgraded to ‘amber’
Britain's New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme has been downgraded from Green to Amber in the latest Government Major Projects Portfolio update, reflecting workforce shortages and uncertainty over the outcome of the competition.
UK E-7 Wedgetail programme could face further delays
The Ministry of Defence’s E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning programme has been once again assessed as "Red", reflecting continued challenges with schedule, budget and certification, the UK Defence Journal understands.
