Britain needs more frigates warns report
A new report by William Freer, published by the Council on Geostrategy, has warned that the UK’s ability to track and neutralise hostile submarines is at risk due to a shrinking fleet.
Britain using AI powered drones to hunt for mines
The new autonomous mine-hunting technology, developed in collaboration with France and managed by the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR), aims to enhance maritime security while supporting UK industry.
The unseen sacrifice of the Royal Navy’s submariners
Beneath the vast ocean, far removed from everything we take for granted, a small group of men and women carry out one of the most demanding duties in the Armed Forces. They ask for nothing. They expect no thanks. But they deserve it all the same.
Glen Sannox temporarily withdrawn from service
MV Glen Sannox has been temporarily withdrawn from service due to a minor hull crack—but let’s have some perspective, this is not a big deal.
British frigate seizes £5.4m Class A drugs in Middle East
The Royal Navy has disrupted a major international drug smuggling operation, with HMS Lancaster intercepting and seizing £5.4 million worth of heroin and methamphetamine...
Britain accelerating production of air defence missiles
France, Italy, and the United Kingdom have agreed to expand and accelerate the production of Aster missiles.
BMT contracted for Japan’s next-generation landing craft
BMT and Japan Marine United have been awarded a contract by Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency to design and build the next-generation High-Speed Landing Craft for the Japan Self Defense Force.
Labour urges SNP to reconsider nuclear stance
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar urged First Minister John Swinney to reconsider the Scottish Government’s approach to security, arguing that “global events are reshaping the world before our eyes”.
New British nuclear missile submarine on track for 2030s
The manufacture of four new ballistic missile submarines is progressing within the original cost estimate of £41 billion.
U.S. Marines ‘storm ashore’ in Korean beach landing
U.S. Marines and Navy personnel conducted a large-scale amphibious landing in Pohang, South Korea, offloading tactical vehicles and equipment from USNS Dahl as part of Exercise Freedom Banner 25.
