British assault ships may be sold to another country
The Royal Navy is exploring options to sell both HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark in a government-to-government sale, with reports in South American media suggestign Brazil is interested in at least one of the vessels.
NATO ‘rapidly responds’ to protect Baltic sea infrastructure
"Baltic Sentry will deliver focused deterrence throughout the Baltic Sea and counter destabilising acts like those observed last month,” said US Army General Christopher G. Cavoli, Supreme Allied Commander Europe.
British forces committed to the Arctic
Responding to a parliamentary question from Graeme Downie MP, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard, detailed the forces and activities Britain undertakes to safeguard the Arctic.
Britain moves closer to nuclear-powered surface warships
The Royal Navy are continuing with their effort to explore the creation of a "nuclear surface fleet", aiming to assess the feasibility and operational advantages offered by advanced nuclear reactors on large surface vessels.
UK, France, Germany target Channel people-smuggling network
In a major international operation, UK, French, and German authorities have dismantled an organised crime group responsible for smuggling migrants to the UK via dangerous small-boat crossings in the Channel.
Royal Fleet Auxiliary recognised with new insignia
The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) has introduced a new uniform insignia to honour the critical role and prestige of command within the service.
British Commando forces deploy to Arctic to reinforce NATO
The Royal Marines, alongside other elements of the UK Commando Force, are deploying to the Arctic Circle to reinforce NATO's northern flank amid ongoing tensions in Europe.
Ireland condemns NATO budget despite relying on its support
Ireland’s President Michael D. Higgins has called for reduced NATO spending, a stance criticised as hypocritical given Ireland’s heavy reliance on NATO allies, who protect its security despite their own stretched defence budgets.
Confirmation 60% of support ship work to stay in the UK
The UK Government has confirmed that the UK workshare in the Fleet Solid Support ship programme remains unchanged following Belfast shipyard takeover by Navantia.
UK steps up protection of sea cables amid Russian threats
The Ministry of Defence has outlined measures to protect critical sub-sea cables in the North Sea and Baltic Sea, following concerns about potential threats from Russia’s shadow fleet raised by Graeme Downie MP.
