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Tom Dunlop

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.

PAC-3 MSE integrated with Aegis weapon system

Lockheed Martin successfully launched a PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptor from an MK-70 containerised launch platform to engage and destroy a cruise missile target in flight.

Royal Navy explores Virtual Reality training for navigation

The Royal Navy is pioneering a shift in navigational training by incorporating Virtual Reality (VR) technology into its programmes.

MBDA completes qualification of GRIFO air defence system

MBDA has successfully completed a qualification firing of the GRIFO air defence system, incorporating the CAMM-ER missile, for the Italian Army.

U.S. and Allies boost presence with F-35s in Indo-Pacific

By 2035, the region is expected to host over 300 U.S. and allied F-35s.

Brighton man convicted on multiple terrorism charges

The arrest occurred on June 27, 2023, after officers discovered detailed plans on Reynolds' phone for an attack on a synagogue near Brighton.

British astronaut ‘aims for the stars’ after graduation

Selected from over 22,500 applicants in 2022, Coogan, originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, has undergone extensive training at the European Astronaut Centre.

Poland’s First F-35A takes shape

This F-35A is the first of 32 ordered by Poland as part of its modernisation efforts to enhance its defence capabilities. 

British Typhoon jets strike a rocket launcher in Iraq

A pair of Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s, flying as part of the long-standing global coalition, conducted a routine patrol over Syria and Iraq as part of Operation Shader.

New Typhoon display aircraft paint job revealed

The RAF Typhoon Display Team have revealed a newly painted display aircraft for the 2024 Display Season at RAF Coningsby.

American nuclear sub makes supply stop in Iceland

The USS New Hampshire, a Virginia-class nuclear-powered fast attack submarine, conducted a brief logistical stop off the coast of Iceland.