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.
Allies agree new NATO cyber defence centre
NATO Allies have agreed to establish a new centre to enhance protection against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, according to a press release.
Saudi Arabia orders four additional Airbus A330 tankers
Saudi Arabia has ordered four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft for the Royal Saudi Air Force.
British warship home after downing missiles and drones
HMS Diamond shot down seven drones aimed at merchant vessels by the Houthis in Yemen – the most aerial threats neutralised by a Royal Navy warship in modern times in one day.
Duchess of Edinburgh visits British Army in Germany
The Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, recently visited British Army reservists participating in a military exercise in northern Germany.
The troubled Russian military
More than two years into the invasion of Ukraine, the poor condition of the Russian military is becoming increasingly clear.
British Army plays key role in delivering Gaza aid
The mission, highlighted during Armed Forces Week, showcased the role played by British soldiers in delivering over 100 tonnes of life-saving aid.
NATO jets ‘wings of freedom’ protecting Euro-Atlantic area
NATO members have over 22,000 military aircraft in 2024, with around 7,000 of these being non-combat helicopters. A further 3,275 units were fighter jets or interceptors.
European defence strengthened by British paratroopers
British paratroopers jumped from US Air Force C-17 transport aircraft, earning their US Army jump wings.
Lockheed completes test of future ICBM reentry vehicle
The U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin have successfully completed a planned flight test of the unarmed, developmental Mk21A reentry vehicle in the Pacific Ocean.
UK firm provides imaging sensor for space mision
UK imaging sensor manufacturer, Teledyne Space Imaging, has provided the key imaging and sensor instrumentation for the EarthCARE satellite.
