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Tom Dunlop

Tom Dunlop
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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.

RAF enhances helicopter training with VR tech

The Royal Air Force says is using advanced Virtual Reality (VR) technology to enhance the training of helicopter aircrew for Puma and Chinook helicopters.

Royal Navy protect penguin population

Sailors aboard HMS Protector, a Royal Navy icebreaker, are working to prevent the spread of avian influenza to penguin colonies in Antarctica.

NATO AWACS undertake 493 surveillance flights in 2023

Since the start of Russia’s war in Ukraine, flights have increased, and NATO says their "vigilance is even higher".

Royal Marines assist in Arctic rescue operation

Royal Marines were involved in a rescue operation in the Arctic Circle.

British Army officer sets new speed record to South Pole

Captain Preet Chandi, a British Army medical officer, has achieved a new milestone in polar exploration by setting the women’s Antarctic Speed World Record.

Rolls-Royce and Deutz AG in deal over engines business

The proposed sale, valued in the high double-digit million Euros, encompasses diesel engines and engine systems using Daimler technology.

RAF Mountain Rescue Team rescues walkers on Glyder Fawr

The rescue was performed in challenging conditions, including cold and darkness.

Norway deploys F-35s to Iceland for NATO Air Policing

These deployments are crucial for training interceptors and ensuring the safety and security of Icelandic airspace.

NATO chief to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos

On January 15, 16, and 17, NATO Secretary General, Mr Jens Stoltenberg, will attend the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Kosovo looking to buy Javelin missiles

Kosovo has requested to purchase two hundred forty-six Javelin FGM-148F missiles.