New submarine hub opens in Bristol, creating 100 jobs
A new Submarine Availability Support Hub (SASH) has officially opened in Bristol, promising to enhance the availability and maintenance of Britain’s nuclear submarine fleet, create 100 new jobs, and support apprenticeships.
British patrol boats prepare for Arctic deployment
The Royal Navy’s Coastal Forces Squadron is gearing up for a major mission in the Arctic.
Royal Navy warships to get £285m upgrades
The Royal Navy is set to benefit from £285 million in combat system designed to enhance the fleet’s ability to track, analyse, and respond to threats in combat.
Could independence damage Scottish shipbuilding?
Scottish independence would undermine the nation’s shipbuilding industry by cutting off vital UK defence contracts, warned Paul Sweeney MSP.
British frigate back at sea with new missiles and upgrades
“HMS Sutherland has benefitted from a significant modernisation and extension of key weapons, sensors, and equipment in this extensive refit."
UK Defence Journal to join Swedish Navy for Baltic Sentry
We'll be joining the Swedish Navy next week aboard a warship for NATO’s Baltic Sentry. We are one of only a dozen outlets granted this opportunity to see firsthand how infrastructure is being protected in the Baltic Sea. 🌊 #BalticSentry #DefenceNews
What is Baltic Sentry and why does it matter?
NATO’s Operation Baltic Sentry is set to enhance the security of critical undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, an increasingly contested region vital for the stability of global energy, communications, and internet systems.
Warning that Scottish shipyards at ‘risk of decline’
In an exclusive interview, Paul Sweeney MSP, former shipyard worker and current convener of the Cross-Party Maritime and Shipbuilding Group, warned that Scotland’s shipbuilding industry faces decline unless long-term investment and a unified national strategy are prioritised.
UK Commando Force showcases arctic mastery
The UK Commando Force has released stunning images showcasing its Winter Deployment 25 in Northern Norway, where over 2,000 service personnel are honing their arctic warfare skills and strengthening operational ties with NATO allies.
New owners announce investment plan for Harland & Wolff
Navantia UK has unveiled plans to invest in Harland & Wolff’s four UK shipyards to bolster Britain’s defence, maritime, and clean energy sectors while safeguarding jobs.
