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.
How much has it cost to extend the life of Type 23 Frigates?
The UK Government has confirmed that £941.2 million has been spent on the maintenance and life extension of Royal Navy Type 23 frigates since October 2014, with an additional £63.7 million contractually committed for ongoing refits.
Government highlights skills shortages in defence sector
The UK Government has acknowledged the importance of a skilled workforce for the defence manufacturing sector, outlining ongoing efforts to support apprenticeships, training, and workforce retention.
British Army set to receive over 180 Ajax by end of 2025
The British Army is projected to take delivery of over 180 Ajax armoured vehicles by 31 December 2025, as part of the troubled Armoured Cavalry Programme, according to Defence Minister Maria Eagle.
UK to increase nuclear submarine docking capability
The UK Government has confirmed that a strategy is in place to upgrade infrastructure to accommodate the Royal Navy’s new Dreadnought-class nuclear submarines, but details remain classified for security reasons.
US approves £72m rocket artillery munitions to Australia
The US State Department has approved a potential £72 million sale of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System-Alternate Warhead (GMLRS-AW) rounds and related equipment to Australia.
UK to develop new system to protect military satellites
A new UK-made space monitoring system will help protect military satellites and strengthen space domain awareness, following a £65 million contract awarded to CGI UK.
Raytheon tests AI-integrated Radar Warning Receiver
Raytheon, a division of RTX, has completed flight testing of an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Radar Warning Receiver, designed to enhance threat detection for fourth-generation aircraft.
Medics train for Arctic avalanche rescues
Royal Navy medics have successfully conducted critical avalanche rescue training in Norway’s Helligskogen mountains, working alongside Norwegian emergency services in a highly realistic exercise.
American warship returns home after seven months at sea
The American Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS O’Kane returned home this week following a seven-month deployment to various geopolitical hotspots.
NATO stealth fighters intercept Russian bomber force
Two Norwegian F-35 jets were scrambled this week to intercept a Russian bomber task force operating near NATO airspace in the Arctic.
