British destroyer ‘opens fire’ in Pacific
HMS Dauntless, one of the Royal Navy’s six Type 45 destroyers, has successfully carried out live-fire exercises during Operation Highmast.
U.S. puts AUKUS agreement with UK and Australia under review
The U.S. Department of Defense has launched a formal review of the AUKUS security partnership to evaluate its alignment with the Trump administration's "America First" agenda.
Clyde frigate work underpins strong BAE Systems results
In its 2025 half-year results, BAE reported sales of £14.6 billion, up from £13.4 billion the previous year.
Rolls-Royce finalises sale of naval propulsors business
Rolls-Royce has completed the sale of its Naval Propulsors business to Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), continuing a broader transformation strategy that began in 2023.
UK and Australia sign treaty on nuke sub collaboration
The United Kingdom and Australia have signed a landmark treaty committing both nations to deep cooperation on nuclear-powered submarines over the next five decades.
Innovation and SMEs – What to expect at DSEI UK 2025
DSEI 2025 marks a turning point: not just bigger, but broader. With dual-use tech, SME-first access, and 100+ innovators across AI, quantum, and space, it’s a defence show re-engineered for a contested, fast-changing world. Director Grant Burgham explains why it matters.
Britain ready to fight over Taiwan says Defence Secretary
Britain's Defence Secretary has stated that the UK is prepared to fight in the Indo-Pacific if necessary.
America’s most powerful carrier enters the Mediterranean
The world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has entered the Mediterranean Sea.
British aircraft carrier attacks ‘massive red killer tomato’
HMS Queen Elizabeth has encountered a dangerous foe at sea, a massive inflatable target known as the "Killer Tomato".
UK accelerates plans for drones to boost carrier air wing
The plan aims to integrate crewed and uncrewed aircraft to increase the combat effectiveness of the Queen Elizabeth-class carriers.
