Japan confirms that ‘helicopter destroyer’ Izumo will operate F-35B jets
Minister Iwaya reiterated that the warship would not be an "attack aircraft carrier" capable of offensive military operations, although it's hard to see how that distinction can be made.
Poseidon MRA1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft takes part in first NATO exercise
On one sortie an RAF Poseidon launched simulated attacks within 10 minutes of taking over contact from a US Navy Poseidon.
American assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard on fire
An explosion has occurred onboard the USS Bonhomme Richard while in her home port at Naval Base San Diego undergoing maintenance, resulting in a significant fire.
Elbit integrate unmanned aerial system onboard unmanned surface vessel
Elbit Systems has integrated a mini-UAS onboard the Seagull Unmanned Surface Vessel.
Germany, Belgium to procure MK 54 Lightweight Torpedoes
The U.S. State Department on has approved the sale of MK 54 lightweight torpedoes manufactured by Raytheon, to Germany and Belgium.
US approves sale of 105 F-35 jets to Japan, including F-35Bs for carrier
The U.S. State Department has cleared the sale of 105 F-35 jets to Japan. The authorisation is for 63 F-35As and 42 F-35Bs.
Royal Navy, US Navy and Saudi Navy in mine hunt training
Participating ships included the USS Dextrous, the USS Gladiator, HMS Brocklesby and Royal Saudi Naval Force vessel Al-Shaqra.
British warships monitor Russian task group through the English Channel
HMS Westminster, HMS Tyne and HMS Severn were on hand to observe Russian warships as they passed through the English Channel.
When will the Royal Navy’s Merlin helicopters be retired?
Merlin helicopters are tasked with anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare as well as troop carrying, casualty evacuation, medium lift and search and rescue duties.
UK set to resume Saudi arms sales
The Government say it will now begin the process of clearing the backlog of licence applications for Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners that has built up since the 20th of June last year.
