QinetiQ opens T&E gateway to support SME innovation
QinetiQ and the Ministry of Defence have announced changes to the 'Long Term Partnering Agreement' that will lower costs and expand access to test and evaluation facilities for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Plans for new UK munitions factories still in development
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it is still in the early stages of planning for new munitions factories announced in the Strategic Defence Review, with no locations yet identified.
Raytheon UK to equip CV90s with Landshield Plus GPS jammers
Raytheon UK has been awarded a contract by BAE Systems to supply its Landshield Plus anti-jamming antennas for the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle, the company stated.
UK and Norway join multinational CAVS armoured vehicle plan
The UK and Norway have formally joined the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme, becoming its sixth and seventh members alongside Finland, Latvia, Sweden, Germany, and Denmark.
Britain’s new Challenger tank to finish trials next year
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that trials for the British Army’s Challenger 3 main battle tank are planned to conclude by the end of 2026.
Man found guilty of possessing bomb-making video
Adam Mahmood was arrested at his home in April 2024 in connection with disseminating extremist material.
UK forces receive first batch of L3Harris T4 bomb robots
The Ministry of Defence has taken delivery of the first batch of L3Harris T4 bomb disposal robots under a £32 million programme, the department announced.
UK to field swarm of AI drones within five years
Defence Minister Luke Pollard confirming that drones and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) will be fielded in high numbers over the next five years.
Britain’s Heavy Machine Guns get £20m upgrade in FN UK deal
Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) confirmed the ten-year deal this week, saying it would not only keep the weapon relevant but also bolster the UK’s industrial base.
Healey: UK must bring industry in earlier to speed delivery
In response to a question from the UK Defence Journal at DSEI, Defence Secretary John Healey set out how the Ministry of Defence intends to work more closely with industry to accelerate the delivery of military capabilities.
