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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.

HMS Bangor returns after three years in the Middle East

The Sandown class vessel and her crew were given a rousing welcome from the dozens of family members, friends and loved-ones who gathered to see her safely back home say the Royal Navy. 

French Navy ‘ready to act’ if fishing clashes erupt again

The French Navy is ready to intervene if clashes between French and British fishermen erupt again, Agriculture Minister Stephane Travert said today.

British frigate fleet to lack anti-ship missiles until ‘around 2030’

Royal Navy ships will lose anti-ship missile capability in 2018 when the Harpoon missile is withdrawn with a replacement not due until 'around 2030'.

Australia ordering more Type 26 Frigates than the UK is not ’embarrassing’ – here’s...

With some commentators, rightly or wrongly, arguing that it's "embarrassing" the Royal Australian Navy will be ordering more Type 26 Frigates than the Royal Navy, some perspective is key. 

Strikes continue against Islamic State in Syria and Iraq

Strikes continue against Islamic State in designated parts of Syria and Iraq, with coalition forces conducting 11 strikes consisting of 12 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.

Army called in to transport NHS staff to hospital in Scotland

The Army has been drafted in to help NHS staff get to work in Scottish hospitals.

What is SPEAR 3 and why is it important?

The 'Select Precision Effects At Range Capability 3' (SPEAR 3) is an air-to-ground, anti-tank, anti-structure and anti-ship missile.

One of the world’s premier fighter aircraft – The Typhoon

The Typhoon is a highly capable and agile fourth-generation combat aircraft and is the backbone of the RAF's combat air capability.

Analysts recap global defence spending for 2017, eye future growth

The first annual Global Defence Snapshot by Forecast International indicates continued growth in the worldwide market following relatively flat investment over the course of the 2015-2016 period.

Mare Harbour jetty improvements complete in Falkland Islands

The MoD say the jetty will improve military capability in the Falkland Islands and improve life for personnel on the Islands.