Russian casualties reach record highs in Ukraine
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to exact a devastating toll on Russian forces, with November 2024 marking a grim milestone in casualty figures.
BAE Systems secures £4.8m DARPA contract
BAE Systems has been awarded a £4.8 million contract by the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop tools aimed at improving the security and reliability of software systems.
UK Government outlines new defence industrial strategy
The Ministry of Defence aims to prioritise UK-based firms and aims to strengthen supply chains, according to the Government.
British Army ‘depleted in months’ during a major war
The British Army could be depleted within six to twelve months if faced with a large-scale conflict akin to the war in Ukraine, Defence Minister Alistair Carns has warned.
Defence Minister confirms delays to Morpheus comms project
The Morpheus communications programme, a key project within the 'LE TacCIS' programme, is facing delays, according to Defence Minister Maria Eagle.
Mobile Fires Platform timeline remains undisclosed
The Ministry of Defence has outlined the current status of the Mobile Fires Platform programme, addressing concerns about its timeline and the potential impact of delays on the British Army’s long-range artillery capabilities.
Data shows declining real-term spending on personnel
Although cash spending on service personnel has increased, inflation-adjusted figures show a slight decline in real terms, from £12.05 billion to £11.95 billion.
MOD to award £125m for Heavy Armoured Vehicle Tracks
The Ministry of Defence has announced plans to award a £125 million contract for the supply of heavy armoured vehicle tracks and associated items.
Lockheed secures two-year extension for UK tactical trainer
The system enables over 400 British Army personnel to train simultaneously in scenarios involving vehicles, aircraft, insurgents, civilians, and NGOs, providing a fully immersive experience.
Former soldier convicted of sharing information with Iran
Khalife claimed that he wanted to help the UK’s security by becoming a so-called ‘double-agent’ but the reality is that he simply put UK security at great risk by what he was doing.
