Concern that Type 26 Frigate engine work could go to France
Concern has been expressed by the Chairman of the Defence Select Committee that engine production could be taken away from GE Power in Rugby and given to a French firm in Nancy.
US Navy awards BAE $136m contract to modernise USS Bulkeley
BAE Systems has won a potential $136.2m firm-fixed-price contract from the US Navy for maintenance, repair and modernisation of Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Bulkeley.
Royal Marines exercise with US Marines
The Royal Navy say that 45 Commando are the guinea pigs for a new initiative by the head of the US Marine Corps, General Robert B Neller, who is determined to better prepare his men for battle – by pitching them against their peers.
L3 ASV delivers small long-endurance autonomous vessel to Royal Navy
L3 ASV has announced the successful delivery of a long-endurance autonomous vessel known as the C-Enduro to the Royal Navy.
Royal Marines train in Norway
Commandos of 1 Assault Group Royal Marines (1AGRM) are honing their tight formation skills in the ice-filled fjords of northern Norway, say the Royal Navy.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to deploy to the Pacific as ‘show of strength’
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has confirmed that HMS Queen Elizabeth will deploy to the Pacific as a "show of strength" in 2021.
HMS Ledbury trains in the Gulf
Minehunter HMS Ledbury has been testing her guns and mine disposal equipment during training in the Gulf, say the Royal Navy.
Frigate HMS Montrose visits Darwin, Australia
HMS Montrose has visited Australia’s northernmost city, Darwin.
Canadian Type 26 Frigate contract awarded after legal challenge dismissed
The Type 26 Global Combat Ship has been officially chosen as the design for the Canadian Surface Combatant despite a legal challenge from a rival bidder, with the contract having been awarded this morning.
42 Commando Royal Marines practice Maritime Boarding tactics
42 Commando have been perfecting their board and search/protection skills alongside the US Marines equivalent, FASTCENT, say the Ministry of Defence.
