Tom Dunlop
Tom has spent the last 13 years working in the defence industry, specifically military and commercial shipbuilding. His work has taken him around Europe and the Far East, he is currently based in Scotland.
UK secures £6.5 billion complex weapons deal with MBDA
The Ministry of Defence has announced a substantial £6.5 billion investment to enhance the rapid delivery of advanced complex weapons, such as the Storm Shadow, Brimstone, and Meteor missiles, to the Armed Forces.
British combat jets deploy long-range to Pacific
The deployment highlights the UK's ability to support a persistent presence in the Indo-Pacific region when needed.
US Air Force and RAF strengthen cooperation in new statement
The agreement outlines three critical lines of effort: 'Operational Harmonisation, Capability Integration, and System Resilience'.
Allies agree new NATO cyber defence centre
NATO Allies have agreed to establish a new centre to enhance protection against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, according to a press release.
Saudi Arabia orders four additional Airbus A330 tankers
Saudi Arabia has ordered four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft for the Royal Saudi Air Force.
British warship home after downing missiles and drones
HMS Diamond shot down seven drones aimed at merchant vessels by the Houthis in Yemen – the most aerial threats neutralised by a Royal Navy warship in modern times in one day.
Duchess of Edinburgh visits British Army in Germany
The Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, recently visited British Army reservists participating in a military exercise in northern Germany.
The troubled Russian military
More than two years into the invasion of Ukraine, the poor condition of the Russian military is becoming increasingly clear.
British Army plays key role in delivering Gaza aid
The mission, highlighted during Armed Forces Week, showcased the role played by British soldiers in delivering over 100 tonnes of life-saving aid.
NATO jets ‘wings of freedom’ protecting Euro-Atlantic area
NATO members have over 22,000 military aircraft in 2024, with around 7,000 of these being non-combat helicopters. A further 3,275 units were fighter jets or interceptors.
