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.
U.S. approves potential sale of HIMARS to Australia
The estimated value of the potential deal stands at $975 million.
QinetiQ conducts flight test with integrated fast jet radome
QinetiQ, in conjunction with BAE Systems, has successfully tested the Airborne Technology Demonstrator (ATD) fitted with a fast jet radome.
RAF Typhoons relocate in surprise dispersal exercise
As part of Exercise Agile Pirate, four Typhoons from XI(F) Squadron at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire received sudden orders to transfer to MOD Boscombe Down in Wiltshire.
BAE and Parsons collaborate on U.S. ammunition plant upgrade
The collaboration comes as BAE Systems is eyeing the prospect of being the chief operating contractor for the plant until 2035.
British Army adapts training using lessons from Ukraine
The primary objective was to enhance the combined arms proficiency of the force, a pivotal factor in ensuring success in today's combat scenarios.
British warship aids Caribbean Turtle conservation effort
Portsmouth-based HMS Dauntless, currently patrolling the Caribbean to curb drug smuggling with the US Coast Guard, took the initiative during its deployment.
Celebrating 100 Years of Air-to-Air Refuelling
The world of aviation marks an extraordinary milestone this year, as 2023 represents a centenary of air-to-air refuelling.
Royal Navy patrol boats navigate Scottish canals
The patrol boats involved, HMS Charger, Smiter, Biter, and Blazer, hosted undergraduate students from various UK universities.
UK and NATO allies conduct major exercise in Arctic Circle
In one of the combat scenarios, a British Armoured Infantry Company teamed up with a Finnish brigade, a Norwegian Armoured Reconnaissance battalion, and a US Army Mountain Division to counter an "enemy force" of Finnish, Swedish and US Marine Forces.
Air Weapon Ranges activity for August
The Ministry of Defence has released an updated schedule for various air weapons ranges throughout the country for the month of August.