UK avoids ruling out force against Russian shadow fleet
In a written question, Lord West of Spithead asked why Maritime Counter-Terrorism forces were not being used to stop vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet when transiting the Channel or other waters close to the UK.
Royal Navy launches drive to speed up submarine maintenance
The Royal Navy has begun a major effort to accelerate submarine maintenance, with senior leadership warning that throughput must improve rapidly to meet future operational demands.
Pressure grows on Scottish Government to build ships at home
The Scottish Government is facing renewed pressure to use national security provisions within UK subsidy law to support domestic shipbuilding, following a new parliamentary question tabled by Paul Sweeney MSP, the UK Defence Journal understands.
SACEUR praises Blount as NATO deputy prepares to step down
NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe has paid tribute to Admiral Sir Keith Blount as he prepares to leave his post as Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe in March.
SNP defence stance out of step with Europe former MP argues
A former SNP defence spokesperson has argued that the approach to defence and security in Scotland is increasingly misaligned with the realities of European security, calling for a more serious engagement with defence policy within devolved politics.
New commander takes charge at NATO maritime HQ
Royal Navy Vice Admiral Robert Pedre CB assumed command from Royal Navy Vice Admiral Sir Mike Utley KCB OBE.
UK defence firm Babcock issue trading update
Babcock has reported a strong third quarter performance, with the defence engineering group saying UK programmes and sustained delivery across its core activities have reinforced confidence in meeting full-year expectations.
Russia and China step up joint Arctic patrols NATO warns
Supreme Allied Commander Europe General Alexus Grynkewich said the pattern of cooperation between Moscow and Beijing in the region had intensified over recent years.
Navantia upgrades Arnish yard as investment continues
Navantia UK has confirmed visible progress at its Arnish facility in the Western Isles, with new welfare and office buildings now delivered as part of its wider GBP 115 million UK investment programme.
US destroyer tests weapons in disputed South China Sea
The United States Navy has released imagery showing the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy conducting a live-fire exercise in the Indo-Pacific region.
