RFA Fort Victoria ‘delayed to prioritise’ higher priority outputs
A parliamentary question from Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, sought information on the planned timetable for RFA Fort Victoria to rejoin the active fleet.
British ships under ‘missile and torpedo attack’ in Norway
Exercise Tamber Shield will simulate torpedo and missile attacks, with British and Norwegian vessels engaging in high-speed combat drills throughout the fjords near Bergen.
The critical role of trade shows in showcasing future tech
As the West and its allies face mounting threats, trade shows are more crucial than ever for showcasing cutting-edge technology and shaping the conversation, observes Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath CB, OBE, DSEI Senior Military Advisor.
British warships shadow Russian task force near UK waters
HMS Somerset, a Type 23 frigate, closely observed the movements of the Russian Steregushchiy-class corvette Boikiy, which was escorting the merchant vessel Baltic Leader from Syria through the English Channel and the North Sea.
Cost and timeline uncertainty for new support ships
Work is being undertaken to understand the impact on the Fleet Solid Support programme following the recent takeover of Harland & Wolff by Navantia UK.
Britain’s new air defence destroyer moves into concept phase
As the UK's largest and most advanced future surface combatant, the Type 83 will define the Royal Navy’s air defence capabilities for the second half of the 21st century.
Update on the progress of Britain’s new frigates
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Type 26 and Type 31 frigate programmes remain on schedule for delivery.
UK to ‘step up’ in European defence, says Scottish Secretary
"The challenge that President Trump has given to Europe is to step up and the Prime Minister said we'll accept that challenge and step up", Secretary of State for Scotland Ian Murray MP told us.
UK launches new defence industry hub for SMEs
The initiative will have a major impact on Scotland, where the MOD currently spends £2.14 billion annually, including £32 million with SMEs, directly supporting more than 11,000 jobs.
BAE awarded £7m contract for lifejackets and buoyancy aids
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract worth up to £7m to BAE Systems Surface Ships for the supply and support of personal flotation devices, including lifejackets, buoyancy aids, and flotation devices for civilian use across maritime and amphibious platforms.
