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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.

UK opens training facilities in Gulf as part of new joint base in Oman

As part of his visit to Oman for the culmination of Exercise Saif Sareea 3, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson underlined what he called the UK’s enduring commitment to peace and stability in the Gulf.

British troops begin Exercise Trident Juncture

More than 1,600 troops and 1,000 vehicles and equipment have completed the 2,500km journey to Norway as the initial phase of Exercise Trident Juncture, say the Ministry of Defence.

NATO conference discusses Weapons of Mass Destruction and non-proliferation

A major NATO arms control conference got underway in Iceland on Monday, as senior experts from more than 50 countries and organisations gathered to discuss the state of global arms control treaties.

Qinetiq to acquire Inzpire Group

QinetiQ has announced that it has agreed to acquire 85% of the shares of Inzpire Group, with an agreement to acquire the remaining 15% after two years, for a total consideration of £23.5 million.

US Marines land in Iceland in initial phase of exercise Trident Juncture

Around 90 US Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit landed at Keflavík on Wednesday, marking the initial phase of NATO’s Exercise Trident Juncture 2018 in Iceland.

Typhoon proposal submitted to Bulgaria

Italy and defence firm Leonardo have submitted their offer to the Bulgarian Ministry of Defence in response to the recent Request for Proposal for the acquisition of eight fighter aircraft to replace their ageing fleet.

British Typhoon jets arrive in Oman for Exercise Saif Sareea 3.

Typhoon jets have arrived in Oman to take part in exercise SAIF SAREEA 3, as part of 140 Expeditionary Air Wing.

Hawk hot weather trials completed

The Royal Air Force has proven the Hawk advanced jet trainer's ability to operate in soaring temperatures, say the Ministry of Defence.

British paratroopers land in France

British and French paratroopers have celebrated their 'strong bonds and shared values' with a joint parachute jump in France. More than 350 troops from 16...

Gibraltar Squadron HMS Sabre readying for operations

Scimitar class patrol vessel HMS Sabre, part of the Royal Navy Gibraltar Squadron, has finished her Annual Survey and Repair Period.