Aircraft carrier gets new upgrade at Rosyth
HMS Queen Elizabeth's refit has introduced a novel deck feature said to expand aviation flexibility, though questions remain over how it will be used in practice
British flagship found in dock with no engine
A heavily armed Royal Navy vessel that has been drydocked in Portsmouth for an extended period is at the centre of a scandal this morning after it emerged the ship has no engine.
Britain to introduce new inflatable warships to expand fleet
A Downing Street source suggested that if successful, this scheme could be expanded to include inflatable army tanks and fighter jets, allowing for a fully air-powered military by 2035.
Scotland to buy former British assault ship for ferry role
In an unexpected move to address Scotland's ongoing ferry crisis, the Scottish Government has announced plans to acquire the Royal Navy's HMS Albion to operate on the Cambuslang to Clydebank route.
Britain orders 13 new super stealth cruisers for Royal Navy
The vessels, understood to be part of a previously undisclosed maritime capability initiative, will reportedly incorporate an advanced low-observability architecture designed to significantly reduce their detectability across multiple domains.
Royal Navy assesses missile options for Mk 41 launchers
The Royal Navy is assessing future missile options as it moves towards adopting the Mk 41 vertical launch system across its fleet.
Laser gun confirmed for British warship next year
The UK DragonFire laser weapon remains on course for Royal Navy deployment by 2027, with ministers reiterating existing plans rather than announcing further acceleration.
Norway vessel project links to possible UK naval purchase
Norway's new standardised naval vessel programme could extend to the UK, with Oslo linking potential deliveries to a wider frigate agreement between the two countries.
UK urged to take stronger NATO posture and leadership
The UK and its European allies should move towards a more forward-leaning military posture, including stronger defence in the Baltics and High North, as part of efforts to shift Russian risk calculus, according to a parliamentary report.
No plans to add 30mm guns to UK aircraft carriers
The UK government has confirmed there are no plans to fit 30mm naval guns to HMS Queen Elizabeth or HMS Prince of Wales, despite growing concern over drone threats to warships.
