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Lisa West

Lisa West
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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.

British naval ship assists in $14m Caribbean drug seizure

Narcotics were intercepted by a U.S. Coast Guard law enforcement detachment deployed aboard Royal Navy ship HMS Trent.

UK expresses confidence in capabilities of A400M transport

Andrew Rosindell, Conservative MP for Romford, inquired about the effectiveness of the Atlas A400M aircraft in meeting the Royal Air Force's military transport requirements.
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BAE to upgrade flight computers for U.S. fighter jets

BAE Systems has been chosen by Boeing to upgrade the flight control computers for the F-15EX Eagle II and the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.

BAE completes key instrument for NASA Roman Space Telescope

The WFI, which will serve as the primary scientific instrument for the Roman Space Telescope, is an advanced imager capable of capturing visible-to-near-infrared images with additional spectral capabilities.

U.S. approves Excalibur projectile sale to Denmark

Denmark has requested the purchase of 339 M982A1 Excalibur tactical projectiles.

Reservists get look at new Type 31 Frigates in Scotland

Reservists from HMS Scotia recently had the opportunity to visit Babcock’s Rosyth facility in Scotland, where the UK’s new Type 31 frigates are under construction.

Over 220 new naval officers commissioned at Dartmouth

More than 220 junior leaders have completed their training at Britannia Royal Naval College.

British stealth jets providing ‘critical airpower

British F-35B jets are in Iceland as part of Operation Masterer, contributing to NATO’s air policing mission by providing what has been described as "critical airpower".

Bell’s new long-range assault aircraft moves to next phase

Bell Textron Inc. has announced that the United States Army has approved the Milestone B decision for its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft.

Ireland may buy Israeli drones despite criticism over Gaza

The Irish military's openness to purchasing Israeli drones underscores a situation where security and technological needs may outweigh political considerations.