First helicopter landing for RFA Tidespring
A Merlin Mk2 helicopter has landed on the deck of the first of RFA Tidespring, the first of four 39,000 tonne Tide Class tankers.
Arrowhead 120, a good choice for the Type 31e Frigate?
Following the publication of the National Shipbuilding Strategy, we take a brief look at the Arrowhead 120.
RFA Tidespring visits Gibraltar
The first of the new Tide class tankers, RFA Tidespring,has visited Gibraltar for the first time.
Government ‘reviewing infrastructure requirements’ in order for carriers to berth in Gibraltar
The Government have confirmed that planning is underway to evaluate the feasibility of berthing the Queen Elizabeth class carriers in Gibraltar.
Lockheed awarded $11.6 million to support F-35 trials from the Queen Elizabeth class carriers
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $11.6 million contract to support first of class flying trials and the release of the 'military permit to fly' for F-35B aircraft to operate from Queen Elizabeth class carriers.
Clyde shipbuilders unions say government has ‘betrayed’ Glasgow yards
BAE Systems will partner with Cammell Laird for their Type 31e Frigate bid, who will build the vessels at their Merseyside facility while the Clyde will focus on the Type 26 Frigates.
BAE, Cammell Laird partnership will see Type 31e Frigates built on Merseyside instead of...
BAE Systems will partner with Cammell Laird, who would 'Prime, build and assemble' the vessels at their Merseyside facility while the Clyde will focus on the Type 26 Frigates.
IN PICTURES: Royal Navy and NATO show off maritime clout in Exercise Brilliant Mariner
Warships of 13 NATO nations have taken part in Exercise Brilliant Mariner, one of the principle opportunities for the Alliance to enhance maritime collaboration.
‘The Carrier Strike Group’ – The ACA discuss details of HMS Queen Elizabeth and...
Essentially the Carrier Strike Group consists of the carrier, the escorts, support vessels and, when applicable associated land-based aircraft. In terms of the UK carrier group, the exact configuration will be tailored to the mission.
Senior Ministers reportedly endorse new royal yacht
The privately funded vessel would be employed in a bid to display 'the soft power of our nation around the world' minister Jake Berry told The Daily Telegraph. While the money for its construction would come from private donors, there are anticipated to be around £10m in annual running costs. Do you think this would be a good idea? Let us know below!
