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.
Helsing unveils new ‘Europa’ fighter jet drone
Helsing has revealed the CA-1 Europa, an autonomous uncrewed combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) designed to deliver “intelligent mass” in future air combat.
World’s most powerful warship sends message to Russia
The world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, is spearheading NATO’s latest Neptune Strike exercise, sailing in formation with allied warships in the North Sea as part of a major demonstration directed at deterring Russian aggression.
Britain cuts steel on new nuclear missile submarine
The UK’s nuclear deterrent programme reached another milestone on Monday as steel was cut for HMS King George VI, the fourth and final Dreadnought-class submarine.
The Herald launches major new defence in Scotland series
The Herald has launched Scotland’s Defence Future series and UK Defence Journal is proud to be part of it, with our editor George Allison contributing on Clyde shipbuilding.
Babcock and Hanwha team up for Canadian submarine project
Babcock Canada has signed a teaming agreement with South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
UK fighter jets deploy to NATO border with Russia
By projecting airpower into Eastern Europe, the UK aims to remind Moscow that its testing of NATO’s borders will be met with immediate and credible responses.
BAE to cut 116 management roles in naval ships restructure
The UK Defence Journal was contacted by a source at BAE’s shipyards who said staff were told this week that some management roles will be cut across its Naval Ships business. This has now been confirmed.
British fighter jets deploy overnight to defend Poland
Late yesterday evening, the Royal Air Force deployed Typhoon fighter jets and a Voyager tanker from RAF Coningsby to conduct air defence patrols over eastern Poland
NATO ISR Force in Sigonella marks 10th anniversary
The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) has celebrated its 10th anniversary with a ceremony at Italian Air Force Base Sigonella, NATO stated.
Thales unveils new encryption to tackle quantum-era threats
Thales announced the launch of its Datacryptor Model 5 (DCM5), designed to help governments and organisations prepare for risks posed by quantum computing. #DSEI2025
