UK announces £35m tender for submarine countermeasures
The project, named Next Generation Countermeasure (NGCM), is part of the Underwater Defensive Aids Suite (UDAS) delivery programme and comes with a budget of...
Royal Navy helicopters hunt ships in Norwegian fjords
British helicopters have been conducting simulated attacks against Norwegian warships.
Building of new Fleet Solid Support Ship to start next year
The Ministry of Defence is gearing up for the production of the first Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ship, set to begin in 2025.
Tradition and innovation key in new Commando brief
The new message delivered to Britain's Commando Force by its leadership emphasises the importance of upholding tradition, fostering innovation, and maintaining a resilient mindset amid the shifting challenges of modern warfare.
Calmac criticise Peel Ports harbour maintenance
CalMac has paid a staggering £15,480,000 in fees for the use of certain berths but argue Peel Ports has not made the necessary reinvestment in maintenance.
Snapshot of the status of the British fleet
Currently, about 19% of the Royal Navy's major surface combatants are actively deployed, with an additional 24% either in maintenance or capable of being quickly regenerated for service.
British ship to support US military builds new Gaza pier
Royal Fleet Auxiliary landing ship RFA Cardigan Bay will provide accommodation for hundreds of US sailors and soldiers working to establish the pier.
Ferguson Marine complete section of new Royal Navy frigate
Sections of the future HMS Belfast were transported from Ferguson Marine’s yard in Port Glasgow to BAE Systems' facility in Govan.
Multiple British warships to get laser guns
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed its commitment to outfitting multiple Royal Navy ships with the DragonFire Laser Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) by 2027.
British warship engages and destroys ballistic missile
This marks the first successful deployment of the Royal Navy's Sea Viper missile system against a ballistic missile in combat.
