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.
Germany orders additional Meteor missiles
MBDA has received an order to build further Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missiles for the German Air Force.
Ministry of Defence donates 14000 meals to UK charities
The Ministry of Defence has donated thousands of unused ration packs.
US Air Force names newest helicopter ‘Grey Wolf’
The US Air Force will procure up to 84 MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, training devices and associated support equipment from Boeing.
New pledges announced in Queen’s Speech for the Armed Forces
According to a release, the Government say they have promised to further incorporate the Armed Forces Covenant in law, and bring forward proposals to tackle vexatious claims.
Second Chinese aircraft carrier enters service
The commissioning of the Shandong has placed China in a small club of nations with multiple aircraft carriers. The nation is also building a third.
Lockheed Martin’s Precision Strike Missile successful in first flight test
Lockheed Martin say it has successfully tested its next-generation long-range missile designed for the U.S. Army's Precision Strike Missile programme.
NATO Secretary General holds first meeting with EU High Representative
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg met with the new EU High Representative Josep Borrell.
British Army airborne gunners demonstrate manoeuvre by air
The British Army say that airborne gunners have worked with Royal Air Force helicopters to demonstrate their ability to manoeuvre by air.
Boeing to contribute £60,000 to the Open University Disabled Veterans Fund
Boeing is to contribute more than £60,000 to the Open University Disabled Veterans’ Scholarships Fund.
NATO Baltic Air Surveillance Network to be restructured
The re-structure of the Baltic Air Surveillance Network will see the activation of three national Control and Reporting Centres.
