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.
Gladiator ‘new dawn’ for fighter-jet training say MoD
The capability, known as Gladiator, was announced by the Minister for Defence Procurement in May 2019.
US Navy signs $2.3bn UH-60 helicopter renewal contract
The US Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support renewed a $2.3 billion H-60 Seahawk Performance Based Logistics contract.
France and Australia recommit to submarine deal
France and Australia have reaffirmed their "full commitment" to ensuring local firms play a role in building Australia’s next generation submarines.
USS Normandy seizes illegal weapons in Arabian Sea
Crew from American cruiser USS Normandy boarded a dhow in accordance with international law and discovered a large cache of weapons.
British Army recruitment ‘highest in recent years’
The British Army say it is on course to hit recruitment targets as the number of applications rise.
RAF personnel take part in Exercise Indradhanush
RAF Personnel under the command of No. 8 RAF Force Protection Wing have arrived at Hindan Air Force base in India to take part in Exercise Indradhanush.
Visit strengthens US and UK defence research partnership
The QinetiQ team at Haslar hosted visitors from the MoD and the US Naval Surface Warfare Center.
New tech recognizes far away faces in the dark
The tech uses artificial intelligence, machine learning techniques, and state-of-the-art infrared cameras to identify facial patterns by using heat signatures.
RAF offers media training to African peacekeepers
The RAF say it has delivered media training to peacekeepers in East Africa before they are sent to Somalia.
Allies agree to enhance NATO mission in Iraq
NATO Defence Ministers addressed key issues including NATO’s training mission in Iraq and the challenge posed by Russia’s missile systems.
