Government confirm new assault ships due for 2033
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Multi-Role Support Ship (MRSS) programme, intended to replace the Royal Navy’s current amphibious fleet, is progressing through its concept phase, with the first vessel expected to enter service by 2033.
MOD detail recent use of retiring military equipment
The Ministry of Defence has provided details on the recent operational deployments of several platforms slated for retirement as part of the UK's ongoing transition to 'modernised capabilities'.
Government rebukes call for warships to be used in Channel
Responding to a parliamentary question from Rupert Lowe MP on using warships in the English Channel, the MOD reiterated that ""Defence assets are procured for Defence tasks".
HMS Northumberland scrapping saves over £100 million
The Type 23 frigate was deemed uneconomical to repair after significant structural damage was discovered during a planned refit.
Experts caution NATO gap in ‘all-domain awareness’ in Arctic
At a recent CEPA briefing on the launch of a new report, experts explored critical gaps in NATO's Arctic capabilities and discussed opportunities for Western and Northern European nations to enhance regional security.
Assault ships ‘not as important as political will’ in Arctic
"Some changes in specific capabilities, in the sense of onesies and twosies, are less important than the political will and the willingness to engage", advised Lance Landrum, Senior Fellow at CEPA.
HMS Daring spends more time in refit than it took to build
HMS Daring has now spent more time undergoing maintenance and upgrades than it took to construct her.
American warships defeat Houthi attacks in Gulf of Aden
U.S. Navy destroyers successfully repelled Houthi-launched attacks in the Gulf of Aden, according to a statement from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
Autonomous naval minehunter in Scotland debut deployment
Apollo, an autonomous vessel with advanced sonar, was launched from the commercial SD Northern River, showcasing the potential of commercial ships as operational bases for future mine-hunting missions.
British aircraft carrier gets new Captain
Captain Claire Thompson OBE RN has assumed command of HMS Queen Elizabeth.
