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.
British aircraft carrier to arrive in Scotland to load bombs
HMS Prince of Wales will shortly arrive in Scotland to 'bomb up', loading ammunition and supplies so the vessel is able to deploy operationally.
UK continues collaboration with Germany on new artillery
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed its commitment to continue developing the Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm Wheeled Artillery Systems (RCH 155) in partnership with Germany.
Slovakia acquiring AH-1Z Attack Helicopters in $600m deal
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Slovakia involving AH-1Z attack helicopters and related equipment, valued at approximately $600 million.
What is the status of Britain’s new nuclear warheads?
The programme, which is currently in its concept phase, aims to ensure the UK's nuclear deterrent remains effective beyond the life of the current system.
BAE Systems upgrades forecast amid ongoing UK defence review
BAE Systems, the UK’s largest defence contractor, has increased its financial forecasts for 2024 following strong performance in the first half of the year.
Britain looking at options for air defence to defend UK
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is currently evaluating the effectiveness of the nation’s air defence systems, specifically their capacity to protect critical infrastructure.
QinetiQ wins €284m German air training contract
QinetiQ will deliver a wide range of services to Germany such as red air training, close air support, maritime air operations, ground control intercept training, air traffic control training, and target towing for ground-based air defence systems.
UK announces largest armed forces pay increase in decades
Most service personnel up to and including 1-star rank, including medical and dental officers, will receive a 6% pay increase.
US approves sale of almost 200 bombs to Belgium
The US State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Belgium involving Small Diameter Bomb-Increment II and related logistical support, valued at an estimated $115 million.
Lockheed Martin progresses in NATO rotorcraft project
The programme seeks to develop a medium-class, multi-role rotorcraft to replace the current medium multi-role helicopters in service.
