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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.

Union opposes Ferguson Marine privatisation plans

One of Scotland's most influential unions has strongly appealed against the privatisation of Ferguson Marine.

British jets train with American F-22s over Baltic

Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets from the IX (B) Squadron recently took part in a series of exercises alongside US Air Force F-22 Raptors over the Baltic skies of Estonia.

Puma helicopter service life could be extended

"It could be extended still further out to 2027, 2028—that kind of timeframe—but that decision has not been taken yet."

New Atlas transport aircraft delivered to UK

The Royal Air Force has announced the successful delivery of the 22nd Atlas C1 (A400M) transport aircraft, marking the completion of the delivery phase of the project for the UK.

UK and Germany stand firm in backing Ukraine

UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace convened a crucial meeting with his German counterpart, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, in Berlin.

NATO strengthens anti-submarine readiness in major exercise

NATO is set to enhance its capabilities with a large-scale Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) exercise, Exercise Dynamic Mongoose, involving twelve allied nations.

British forces defend Sweden during mock invasion

A Royal Navy task force has anchored in Stockholm following a display of defence tactics against a fictitious invasion of Sweden's intricate coastal terrain.

BAE Systems and Koval ink deal for Slovak Army CV90 MkIV

Koval Systems has secured this significant contract from BAE Systems Hägglunds, the manufacturer of the acclaimed CV90 series of military vehicles.

British Global Response Force flexes muscle

The British Army’s Global Response Force (GRF) is undergoing rigorous training on the Salisbury Plain Training Area.

Massive missile defence exercises kicks off near Scotland

Unfolding off the coast of Scotland, the exercise boasts representation from thirteen NATO and Partner nations.