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.
Royal Navy testing drones to rescue overboard sailors
The Royal Navy is testing drones to help rescue sailors who fall overboard.
Puma helicopter 50th anniversary paint scheme unveiled
A unique paint scheme has been unveiled by the Royal Air Force to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Puma helicopter.
MBDA’s CAMM-ER missile completes major milestone
MBDA has completed a test firing of the CAMM-ER extended range air defence missile against a manoeuvring target.
British troops conduct firepower demo in Jordan
Typhoon jets operating from Cyprus supported the troops taking part in the urban assault.
F-35 electronic warfare system production
The AN/ASQ-239 EW system provides advanced offensive and defensive capabilities that enable the F-35 to "engage complex and highly capable threats", say BAE.
British C-130J Hercules fleet busy across the Middle East
On average the detachment moves over 200 troops into theatre and up to 40 tonnes of freight each month.
HMS Montrose resumes Middle East patrols
Type 23 Frigate HMS Montrose is back patrolling the Persian Gulf and surrounding areas.
Leaders agree ‘NATO 2030’ agenda on strengthening Alliance
NATO leaders reaffirmed the Alliance’s dual-track approach of defence and dialogue towards Russia.
Submarine training facility takes shape at Faslane
Work is well underway on a new training facility which will "secure HMNB Clyde as the central base for submariners in the UK", say the Ministry of Defence.
NATO Secretary General praises UK role in alliance
"I had the pleasure of visiting HMS Queen Elizabeth and that is really an impressive aircraft carrier, demonstrating the commitment of the UK to our common security, to our collective defence."