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.
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.
MOD in £50-£70m contract for command staff training
The FJCAST initiative is aimed at providing comprehensive and effective collective training exercises for military commanders and staff.
Sikorsky tests ‘Rotor Blown Wing’ UAS for DARPA Project
This VTOL UAS, which takes off and lands on its tail like a helicopter, transitions to horizontal forward flight for long-endurance missions.
German PATRIOT unit integrates with Finnish forces
A German PATRIOT firing unit has deployed to Finland to integrate with a Finnish brigade during Exercise Mallet Strike 24-1.
Minister for Defence Procurement visits Boxer factory
During the visit, the ministerial delegation engaged with the skilled team of welders, fitters, and mechanics working on the new armoured vehicles.
QinetiQ launches Android app for Position Location Information
Bracer is utilised in various roles, including military exercises and tactical operations, training expeditions, search and rescue, and border force patrols.
