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.
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.
Government defends SDR priorities after questions on cuts
The Ministry of Defence has said the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) sets both explicit and implicit priorities for what the Armed Forces should scale back, as it moves to implement reforms through the delayed Defence Investment Plan (DIP).
UK summons Iran ambassador after Faslane entry attempt
The UK has summoned the Iranian ambassador following the charging of two individuals under national security legislation after an alleged attempt to enter Faslane.
Britain and U.S. to develop systems to destroy sea drones
The United Kingdom and United States are jointly seeking industry solutions to counter a growing class of underwater threats, launching a bilateral programme focused on detecting and defeating uncrewed subsea systems targeting critical infrastructure.
French-German air transport squadron moves U.S. Marines
A U.S. Marine Corps rifle company has been airlifted in the Arctic by a joint French-German air transport squadron for the first time.
BAE partners Brazil firm on vehicle components
BAE Systems Hägglunds has begun working with Knightec Group Brazil on military vehicle component manufacturing as part of a pilot programme to transfer technology and expand engineering capability.
New ‘Factory of Future’ to boost US sub production
A new advanced manufacturing facility aimed at increasing production of U.S. Navy submarines has opened in Cherokee, Alabama, supported by a mix of government and private investment, the US Navy stated.
Babcock wins MOD vehicle fleet contract
Babcock has secured a five-year contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to manage and service its white fleet of non-combat vehicles, including cars, vans and trucks.
French carrier position exposed by fitness app
A French naval officer has inadvertently revealed the position of the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle after uploading a routine workout to a public fitness app.
UK not ruling out potential upgrades to Type 31 frigates
The Ministry of Defence say that potential upgrades to the Royal Navy’s Type 31 frigates remain on the table, including options to adapt the ships for evolving operational roles.
