Lisa West
Lisa holds a degree in Media and Communication from Glasgow Caledonian University. With a background in media, she plays a key role in the editorial team, managing industry news and maintaining the standards of the publication's online community.
Lockheed joins MTC with new UK tech initiative
Lockheed Martin has announced a new UK-focused technology development initiative led by its Skunk Works division, alongside joining the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) as a Tier 1 partner, according to the company.
British heavy firepower unleashed in Estonia
British tanks and rocket artillery open fire in Estonia as UK-led NATO forces complete a five-day live-fire exercise in winter conditions.
RAF Poseidon returns to Iceland for training
RAF Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft have deployed to Iceland as part of a training programme aimed at strengthening UK and NATO operations in the North Atlantic, according to the Royal Air Force.
Lockheed to quadruple US missile production capacity
Lockheed Martin has agreed a framework with the U.S. Department of Defense to significantly increase production of its Precision Strike Missile (PrSM), with plans to quadruple output, according to the company.
Royal Navy explores low-cost weapons for drone threats
The UK is seeking low-cost systems to counter uncrewed threats at sea as part of an effort to complement existing missile defences under Project METIS.
Over 300 Russian shadow fleet movements in or near UK waters
More than 300 Russian shadow fleet vessel movements have been recorded in and around UK waters in the first three months of 2026.
Dutch F-35s deploy to US for high-tempo combat training
Dutch F-35A fighters have deployed to the United States for their largest-ever training detachment, flying alongside US Air Force aircraft in a high-intensity exercise focused on integrated combat operations.
L3Harris ramps up production of VAMPIRE counter-drone system
L3Harris has begun high-volume production of its VAMPIRE counter-unmanned system, as demand grows for capabilities to counter small drone threats to military forces and infrastructure.
RAF has 485 fixed-wing aircraft in service
The Royal Air Force currently has 485 fixed-wing aircraft in service, with 86 undergoing long-term maintenance and 27 held in storage.
Defence skills at risk of being lost unions warn
Delays to the Defence Investment Plan are risking the permanent loss of critical industrial skills, with trade unions warning MPs that once workers leave the sector, they are unlikely to return.
