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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.

British carrier group ‘fights off’ aggressor aircraft

HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group has showcased its ability to coordinate and direct fighter jets for fleet protection during air defence drills.

British helicopters ‘packing bigger punch’ with new missile

This trial, conducted at the Aberporth range in Wales, represents a significant enhancement in the Wildcat’s combat capabilities, allowing it to engage larger enemy vessels such as corvettes for the first time.

Sailor dies aboard American supercarrier USS Harry S. Truman

The U.S. Navy has announced the tragic death of Electrician’s Mate (Nuclear) 1st Class Jelani Hill, a crew member aboard the USS Harry S. Truman.

NATO crews train to deal with naval mine warfare

Participants from 16 NATO and partner nations concluded the naval mine countermeasures exercise, Dynamic Move 2024, in La Spezia, Italy.

Norway orders more TPY-4 radars from Lockheed Martin

These radars will play a central role in Norway’s air defence and surveillance network, operated by the Royal Norwegian Air Force.

Man jailed for attacking Detective during Terrorism inquiry

Muhammad Zakir Arif has been sentenced to three years in prison.

No plan to align previous Gurkha pensions with Army standard

The UK government has confirmed that it does not plan to bring the pensions of Gurkha soldiers who retired before 1997 in line with those of the standard British Army.

UK reaffirms commitment to nuclear weapons

The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a credible nuclear deterrent as part of its obligations to NATO.

A look at exactly what Britain has given to Ukraine

The equipment provided includes air defence missiles, drones, cruise missiles, tanks and ships, as well as clothing and personal equipment.

MOD appoints Constellia to boost innovation procurement

The Ministry of Defence has awarded Constellia a £400m contract to spearhead the procurement of novel technological goods and services.