Future Royal Navy ships to need less crew

The Royal Navy is looking to incorporate more automated systems and robotics that can handle tasks traditionally performed by sailors.

UK ‘remains committed’ to Type 32 Frigate programme

A senior defence source told us that the UK remains committed to Type 32 and developing the project as part of the long-term shipbuilding pipeline in the UK.

Current status of Type 45 Destroyers revealed

Three of the vessels are available for deployment, while the remaining three are undergoing significant upgrades.
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British forces ‘will not protect’ Gaza aid pier

The Ministry of Defence has provided detailed updates on the deployment of RFA Cardigan Bay to the Eastern Mediterranean, where it is supporting an international humanitarian effort in Gaza.

British warship and helicopter hunts submarines

Royal Navy submarine hunters have joined forces with international allies in Norway to enhance their collective skills in submarine warfare.

British forces ‘invade’ Sweden

Royal Marines have conducted a simulated invasion of Sweden during a large-scale exercise designed to test Sweden’s defensive capabilities.

Shapps outlines naval modernisation at Seapower Conference

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps outlined a vision for the future of the Royal Navy today, emphasising modernisation, technological advancements, and international collaboration.

Britain to arm frigates with land attack missiles

Plans are now underway to equip the Royal Navy's Type 26 and Type 31 frigates with land attack missiles.

A more lethal Royal Navy is needed says new report

A new report by the Council on Geostrategy recommends upgrading the armament of British warships, buying more aircraft and expanding the submarine and Offshore Patrol Vessel fleets.

Frigate to be moored in Glasgow to teach shipbuilding skills

HMS Argyll, a Type 23 frigate, will be repurposed as a training facility for apprentices in Glasgow.

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