British frigate fires torpedo in Gulf
HMS Lancaster, a Type 23 Frigate, has launched a practice Sting Ray torpedo as part of a training drill.
Investment of £150m to tackle Channel people smuggling
Today, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a £75 million funding boost to the UK’s Border Security Command, bringing the total investment over the next two years to £150 million. #INTERPOLGLA
Two American naval commanders relieved of duty
Two senior officers of the U.S. Navy have been relieved of their duties at the U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Centre in Yokosuka, Japan.
UK to make Channel ‘small boats’ a national security issue
At the upcoming Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to classify people smuggling as a national security issue, amid rising numbers of illegal Channel crossings.
Netherlands, Belgium to equip frigates with BAE naval guns
This acquisition is part of a joint programme to outfit each country’s new anti-submarine warfare frigates.
Royal Navy successfully trials un-jammable navigation tech
The trials represent a significant step forward in maintaining Royal Navy capabilities globally, even under GPS-denied conditions.
Royal Navy ‘needs more ships’ warns Tory Baroness
A Tory Baroness has argued for the Government to provide the Royal Navy with more frigates as hull numbers could drop down to seven as vessels leave service.
British frigate shows off firepower, opens fire with guns
This week, Type 23 Frigate HMS Portland has highlighted the advanced training of her crew and their operational readiness with a series of impressive exercises.
Super Hornet refuels British F-35B jet over North Sea
A U.S. Navy Super Hornet refuelled a British F-35B from HMS Prince of Wales over the North Sea recently.
Government states RFA vessels not classed as ‘warships’
Lord Coaker has stated that Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships, while owned and operated by the Ministry of Defence, are not considered part of the UK’s Armed Forces.
