BAE partners Brazil firm on vehicle components
BAE Systems Hägglunds has begun working with Knightec Group Brazil on military vehicle component manufacturing as part of a pilot programme to transfer technology and expand engineering capability.
Babcock wins MOD vehicle fleet contract
Babcock has secured a five-year contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to manage and service its white fleet of non-combat vehicles, including cars, vans and trucks.
MARSS signs big Nigeria defence MoU
MARSS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence for a national C4I programme valued at over USD 190 million, the company stated.
Reserve recruitment rises but conversion remains weak
Applications to join the Army Reserve have reached their highest level in five years, but concerns remain over the number of candidates progressing into trained personnel.
Scotland sets out first-year actions in AI strategy
The Scottish Government has outlined a series of immediate measures to drive adoption of artificial intelligence as part of its new five-year strategy aimed at boosting economic growth and productivity.
UK steps in on Scotland forces childcare funding gap
Launching a childcare scheme for forces families in Scotland, the Defence Secretary told the UK Defence Journal it will match support in England and address "punitive" costs that have led some personnel to consider relocating south.
Army training dropout rate falls
The proportion of British Army recruits failing to complete initial training has fallen to 19 percent, according to new figures released by the Ministry of Defence.
UK below NATO targets, short on heavy force capability
The UK is currently below the level required by NATO capability targets and does not yet have the full heavy force mass sought for high-intensity operations, Ministry of Defence officials told MPs.
UK continues efforts to strengthen defence supply chain
The UK government says it is continuing to assess the strength of the country’s defence industrial base as it seeks to expand domestic industry capacity.
British Army announces senior leadership changes
The British Army has announced three senior leadership appointments involving new three-star roles.
