High pass rates for Army’s Role Fitness Test revealed
Recent data highlights the performance of soldiers in the Role Fitness Test (RFT), revealing consistently high pass rates.
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Survey reveals 23% of personnel to leave forces due to pay
British Army personnel are the most satisfied with service life (44%), followed by RAF (37%), then Royal Marines and Royal Navy personnel (33% and 32%, respectively).
Minister for Defence Procurement visits Boxer factory
During the visit, the ministerial delegation engaged with the skilled team of welders, fitters, and mechanics working on the new armoured vehicles.
MoD to boost armed forces munitions production
£10 billion will be allocated to munitions production.
BAE signs contract with Sweden for new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles
BAE Systems has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles, as well as associated integrated logistic support.
Poland phase of huge NATO exercise draws to a close
"Projecting a force of thousands of people and hundreds of vehicles across Europe into NATO’s eastern flank is a substantial challenge."
Defence Secretary warns of growing global threats
Shapps urged European nations benefiting from NATO's security to join the alliance.
Lockheed to upgrade US and UK M270 Rocket Artillery
The recapitalisation will involve a complete overhaul and upgrades to systems including new engines, improved armoured cabs, and the new Common Fire Control System.
The 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino
On 19 May 2024, over 100 UK Armed Forces personnel participated in a ceremony at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery in Cassino, Italy.
