RFA Lyme Bay showcases amphibious capabilities on exercise
One of the key demonstrations during the exercise was the successful operation of a U.S. Marine Corps MV22 Osprey from the flight deck of RFA Lyme Bay.
Scot Gov seeks UK frigate work to keep Ferguson yard open
The Scottish Government is seeking more work from the UK Government's Type 26 Frigate programme to secure the future of the Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow and keep the yard open.
Ministry of Defence tenders £100m global refuelling contract
The Ministry of Defence has announced a £100 million tender for the Defence Fuels Global Resupply Capability (DFGRC) contract.
US and UK contract for submarine weapon support
The work will ensure the operational readiness and technical support of the UK's submarine fleet,
British aircraft carrier completes repairs and upgrades
HMS Queen Elizabeth has completed repair work and capability upgrades at Rosyth and will now undergo sea trials to prepare for future tasking.
France hands command of SNMG2 to Canadian Navy
Recently, SNMG2 provided significant logistical support and conducted surveillance of Russian activities in the Mediterranean.
Babcock reports £90m loss on Type 31 Frigate contract
Despite this setback, the defence contractor reported stronger-than-expected cashflow and a 34% increase in underlying operating profit to approximately £238 million for the year ending March 2024.
Drones banned over part of Scotland due to carrier departure
The Civil Aviation Authority has announced a temporary ban on drones over the Firth of Forth from 19 July to 24 July 2024, as HMS Queen Elizabeth prepares to leave Rosyth after undergoing critical repairs.
Spain hands command of SNMG1 to Denmark
SNMG1 had the honour of being the first NATO force to visit Stockholm following Sweden’s accession to NATO.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to leave Rosyth in a few days
Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth is set to leave Rosyth between 19 and 24 July 2024 after undergoing critical repairs
