Royal Marines carry out ‘raids’ in the Arctic

Royal Marines have carried out commando raids in the Arctic Circle as part of Exercise Joint Viking, a major NATO operation designed to enhance interoperability and deter aggression on the alliance’s northern flank.

How much has it cost to extend the life of Type 23 Frigates?

The UK Government has confirmed that £941.2 million has been spent on the maintenance and life extension of Royal Navy Type 23 frigates since October 2014, with an additional £63.7 million contractually committed for ongoing refits.

Fleet Solid Support Ships on track for 2032 delivery

The UK’s three new Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships are expected to enter service by 2032, according to a government response to a parliamentary question from James Cartlidge MP.

UK to increase nuclear submarine docking capability

The UK Government has confirmed that a strategy is in place to upgrade infrastructure to accommodate the Royal Navy’s new Dreadnought-class nuclear submarines, but details remain classified for security reasons.

Next steps for Type 83 Destroyer to be announced soon

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that further announcements regarding the Type 83 destroyer programme will follow the completion of the ongoing Strategic Defence Review.

Massive section of future warship arrives in Glasgow

A major milestone in the construction of the Royal Navy’s fourth Type 26 frigate, HMS Birmingham, has been reached as a massive section of the warship arrived in Glasgow today.

New contract to build Scottish ferries to go to Poland

Ferguson Marine and four others lose out as Poland’s Remontowa wins the contract to build seven electric ferries for Scotland, with delivery set for 2027.

BAE and Irving sign contract for Canada’s new Destroyers

A new contract has been signed between BAE Systems and Irving Shipbuilding, marking a step forward in Canada’s River-class destroyer programme.

American command ship arrives in Greece

The USS Mount Whitney, a Blue Ridge-class command and control ship, has arrived in Souda Bay, Greece.

UK Government affirms independence of nuclear deterrent

"Only the Prime Minister can authorise the firing of our nuclear weapons, even if they are to be employed as part of a NATO response."

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