MOD explores fuze system for armed uncrewed platforms
The Ministry of Defence has begun preliminary market engagement for a project aimed at developing a sovereign electronic fuze system for use across armed uncrewed platforms.
B-21 bomber production to accelerate
Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force are accelerating production capacity for the B-21 Raider stealth bomber as the programme progresses through testing.
Rolls-Royce completes key B-52J engine altitude testing
Rolls-Royce has completed altitude and operability testing of its F130 engine as part of the programme to re-engine the U.S. Air Force B-52J Stratofortress bomber fleet, the company announced.
BAE unveils Silver Link antenna system
BAE Systems has introduced Silver Link, a new family of modular conformal antenna systems designed to support next-generation air dominance programmes and improve airborne communications.
AI tested on F-35 to improve combat identification
Lockheed Martin has flight tested an artificial intelligence-enhanced combat identification capability integrated into the F-35’s information fusion system, according to the company.
New British hypersonic weapon expected by 2030
A new British hypersonic weapon demonstrator is expected to be delivered by 2030.
Britain boosting defence on Cyprus
The UK has expanded its military presence on Cyprus at RAF Akrotiri with additional aircraft, helicopters and surveillance assets.
Navantia is remaking Harland and Wolff for a new era
Harland and Wolff's Belfast yard is undergoing a major overhaul under Navantia UK, with new steel-processing lines, upgraded facilities and workforce expansion aimed at supporting Fleet Solid Support and future naval construction.
UK defence exports grow as Europe becomes top market
European defence spending and major export deals have pushed demand for UK defence equipment higher, according to official statistics.
Families moved away from RAF Akrotiri on Cyprus
The Ministry of Defence has said non-essential personnel and families at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus have been relocated to temporary accommodation elsewhere on the island as part of measures to strengthen security at the base.
