HII selected to design and build new US Navy frigate
HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division has been selected by the US Navy to design and build its future small surface combatant, using a derivative of the Legend-class National Security Cutter, after issues with the FREMM design.
French nuclear attack submarine arrives in Scotland
A French Navy Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarine has arrived at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
Ferguson Marine sets out reform programme and future vision
Ferguson Marine said historic issues are now being addressed, with structural reforms and a government-backed modernisation programme reshaping the yard’s future.
Ferguson Marine delays Glen Rosa delivery to late 2026
Ferguson Marine has announced a further delay to the delivery of the ferry MV Glen Rosa, with the vessel now expected to be fully signed off and handed over in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Warship shoots down drone swarm off UK coast
A warship of the Royal Netherlands Navy has successfully shot down aerial and surface drone threats during a live-fire exercise off the Welsh coast.
UK aircraft carrier to sail to Arctic for top secret mission
Britain's flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, will sail soon for the Arctic Circle to support a secret multinational cargo mission at the North Pole, the UK Defence Journal has learned.
First of seven new Scottish ferries start build in Poland
A keel-laying ceremony was held for the first ferry, while steel was cut for the second, confirming that the Small Vessel Replacement Programme has moved into full production.
Joint Expeditionary Force ‘key tool’ to deter Russia
Asked by Graeme Downie MP, ministers said the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force remains key to deterring Russian threats in the High North.
Huge new British warship powers up for the first time
HMS Glasgow has begun generating her own power, with the Type 26’s diesel generators switched on for the first time.
SNP says UK nuclear deterrent is ‘America-first’
SNP MP Dave Doogan argued that what he described as an “America-first posture” is harming UK defence innovation, particularly in relation to the nuclear deterrent.
