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 air power forms ‘credible deterrent’ with NATO forces
RAF assets such as the RC-135 Rivet Joint aircraft enhanced situational awareness during the exercise by gathering electronic intelligence, while a Voyager tanker from RAF Brize Norton provided mid-air refuelling.
The Naval Strike Missile – The Royal Navy’s new weapon
Let's take a very brief look at the Naval Strike Missile.
U.S. Navy fires Commander due to ‘Loss of confidence’
The U.S. Navy has relieved Lt. Cmdr. Christopher Bourque from his role as commanding officer of a U.S. Navy Reserve Centre, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
British destroyer arrives home for Christmas
With the ship’s company spending 125 days at sea, they consumed over 31,000 eggs and 3,000 kilograms of chicken—a testament to the endurance required for such operations.
Update on what’s happening in Syria
As Damascus transitions into opposition hands, the country is at a critical juncture, with questions of governance, reconstruction, and reconciliation looming large.
HMS Dauntless in winch training with Norwegian Coastguard
While in Norwegian waters, HMS Dauntless participated in a helicopter winch exercise alongside the Norwegian Coastguard.
Now eight Royal Navy frigates being built in Scotland
With the recent steel-cutting ceremony for HMS Sheffield, the fifth Type 26 frigate, there are now eight Royal Navy frigates under construction in Scotland.
BAE advances EW countermeasures for U.S. Army vehicles
BAE Systems has secured a follow-on contract from the U.S. Army to further develop its 'Multi-Class Soft Kill System', an advanced countermeasure designed to protect ground combat vehicles from guided missiles.
US approves $70m Tactical Combat Training System sale to UK
The integration of the training systems will, say the U.S., improve live, virtual, and constructive combat training for the Royal Air Force, boosting interoperability between the U.S. and UK.
U.S. and Royal Marines sharpen skills to guard nukes
Royal Marines from the UK’s 43 Commando Fleet Protection Group have honed their specialised skills alongside their United States Marine Corps counterparts.
