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 confirms operational independence of F-35 fleet
"The UK maintains the freedom of action to operate the F-35 Lightning at a time and place of our choosing."
UK confirms ongoing surveillance flights near Gaza
The Ministry of Defence has reiterated that Shadow R1 surveillance aircraft are still conducting operations from RAF Akrotiri towards Gaza, as part of ongoing efforts...
UK ‘balancing foreign investment with security’ in defence
The UK Government has said it intends to boost foreign investment in the defence industrial base while ensuring that national security risks are properly managed.
UK’s first batch of 48 F-35B jets nears completion
The UK’s first batch of F-35B Lightning II jets is on track for full delivery, with the final aircraft expected to arrive by 2026, according to a parliamentary response from the Ministry of Defence.
Royal Marines carry out ‘raids’ in the Arctic
Royal Marines have carried out commando raids in the Arctic Circle as part of Exercise Joint Viking, a major NATO operation designed to enhance interoperability and deter aggression on the alliance’s northern flank.
U.S. Marines MQ-9 Reapers get advanced comms capabilities
The U.S. Marine Corps' MQ-9 Reaper fleet is set to receive a major capability boost with the integration of the SkyTower II (STII) pod, enhancing cross-domain communication and data-sharing.
U.S. completes salvage of crashed U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler
The U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Southwest Metro Production Office has completed the salvage of a U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler from the Pacific Ocean near Shelter Island, San Diego.
US approves $200m Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectiles sale
The US State Department has approved a potential $200 million sale of Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectiles (HVGP) capability support and related equipment to Japan.
UK Government affirms independence of nuclear deterrent
"Only the Prime Minister can authorise the firing of our nuclear weapons, even if they are to be employed as part of a NATO response."
MOD awards £10.2m for Army apprenticeship training
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £10.2 million contract to TQ Education and Training Ltd to provide apprenticeship training for soldiers in the Royal Armoured Corps and the Royal Army Veterinary Corps.
