Cumbria report highlights wider impacts of submarine industry
A new social impact report by BAE Systems Submarines has highlighted the growing educational and community outreach associated with the UK's nuclear submarine construction programme in Barrow-in-Furness.
US Navy hits 2025 recruiting target three months early
The US Navy has met its active-duty recruiting goal for fiscal year 2025 more than three months ahead of schedule, contracting 40,600 future Sailors as of 18 June, according to a statement released by the service.
Devonport welcomes over 10,000 as base opens to public
More than 10,000 visitors passed through the gates of HMNB Devonport in late July, as the Royal Navy’s largest operational base hosted its first public open days in over ten years.
British destroyer ‘opens fire’ in Pacific
HMS Dauntless, one of the Royal Navy’s six Type 45 destroyers, has successfully carried out live-fire exercises during Operation Highmast.
U.S. puts AUKUS agreement with UK and Australia under review
The U.S. Department of Defense has launched a formal review of the AUKUS security partnership to evaluate its alignment with the Trump administration's "America First" agenda.
Clyde frigate work underpins strong BAE Systems results
In its 2025 half-year results, BAE reported sales of £14.6 billion, up from £13.4 billion the previous year.
Rolls-Royce finalises sale of naval propulsors business
Rolls-Royce has completed the sale of its Naval Propulsors business to Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), continuing a broader transformation strategy that began in 2023.
UK and Australia sign treaty on nuke sub collaboration
The United Kingdom and Australia have signed a landmark treaty committing both nations to deep cooperation on nuclear-powered submarines over the next five decades.
Innovation and SMEs – What to expect at DSEI UK 2025
DSEI 2025 marks a turning point: not just bigger, but broader. With dual-use tech, SME-first access, and 100+ innovators across AI, quantum, and space, it’s a defence show re-engineered for a contested, fast-changing world. Director Grant Burgham explains why it matters.
Britain ready to fight over Taiwan says Defence Secretary
Britain's Defence Secretary has stated that the UK is prepared to fight in the Indo-Pacific if necessary.
