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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.

Lockheed working with UK on space-based solar power

Lockheed Martin has announced a £150,000 investment in a project alongside Northumbria University.

UK F-35 future procurement discussed at Defence Committee

The Defence Committee oral evidence session shed light on the delivery status of F-35 fighter jets, the planned number of acquisitions, and the ongoing considerations for future procurement.

Protector drones to enter service in 2024

"Protector is expected to enter RAF service in late 2024, with an Initial Operating Capability declared in 2025."

UK eyes enhanced defence collaboration with EU

While expressing a clear willingness to broaden the scope of the UK's defence cooperation with the EU, Wallace underscored that NATO remains the foundation of UK security.

MoD project leads often without project management experience

Findings indicate that Senior Responsible Owners, accountable for substantial projects, are frequently appointed without any formal qualifications in project management.

Role of Overseas Patrol Squadron detailed

Batch 1 Offshore Patrol Vessels, belonging to the Overseas Patrol Squadron, are regularly deployed on a high readiness basis in UK waters to carry out domestic security operations.

Elbit contracted for UK next-gen armoured vehicle training

The initial phase of delivery will support the early arrival of the British Army's new Mechanised Infantry Vehicle - Boxer.

Drug bust in Middle East led by Royal Navy headed task force

Operating as part of Combined Task Force 150, the USS Paul Hamilton intercepted a suspicious vessel in the northern Arabian Sea in the early hours of Friday.

Royal Navy to the rescue of cyclone-hit Pacific Island

Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Spey has stepped in to assist the inhabitants of Tanna, one of 80 islands in the Republic of Vanuatu, as they grapple with the aftermath of two devastating tropical cyclones.

Scotland to host huge NATO missile defence exercise

NATO allies have gathered at RAF Lossiemouth to take part in the biannual Formidable Shield exercise, which aims to improve joint live-fire, integrated air and missile defence interoperability.