Rosyth MP slams SNP for ‘childish’ defence politics
The Scottish Government’s decision to lift its long-standing ban on public funding for munitions production has been branded “childish” and “too little, too late” by Graeme Downie MP.
Scottish Government lifts weapons industry support ban
The Scottish Government has announced a course correction in its defence industrial policy, lifting its ban on support for the production of munitions while at the same time halting new awards of funding to defence firms linked to Israel.
Royal Marines hone mountain warfare skills in California
Royal Marines from 45 Commando have completed intensive training in the mountains of California, testing both traditional commando skills and new kit in demanding conditions.
Royal Navy pilot honoured at White House for drug busts
A Royal Navy pilot on exchange with the US Coast Guard has been honoured at the White House for his role in two major drug interdictions.
L3Harris to support US Navy’s new ocean surveillance ship
The T-AGOS-25 ships will employ passive and active acoustic systems to track submarines.
Royal Navy conducts first drone supply between warships
The Royal Navy has carried out its first supply delivery between two warships using a British-built drone during its 2025 Indo-Pacific deployment.
Babcock and PGZ sign new cooperation deal at MSPO
Babcock has signed a strategic cooperation agreement (SCA) with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) to expand collaboration across naval and air domains, the company stated.
Scottish shipyard may build frigates for Sweden and Denmark
The UK is working on prospective shipbuilding orders centred on Babcock’s Type 31 frigate built at Rosyth, joining Norway’s recent intention to procure Type 26 frigates built in Glasgow.
MOD confirms cost of Rosyth upgrades and improvements
It is understood that £340 million will be spent on upgrades at Rosyth, including a new contingent docking facility for HMS Dreadnought during its sea trials.
Why the term ‘British warship’ still resonates
The wording amplifies the sense of Britain as a country still defined by its ability to put steel at sea.
