Multi Role Support Ship procurement update
An Outline Business Case for the new ships is expected by mid-2025, which will pave the way for the programme to transition into the assessment phase in 2026.
British carrier deployment to ‘assert rule of law’ to China
The deployment of a British Carrier Strike Group aims to "assert the rule of law" and demonstrate the UK’s commitment to upholding international norms in the face of rising Chinese militarisation.
US approves $78.5 million torpedo sale to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for MK54 Lightweight Torpedoes and associated equipment and support, valued at an estimated $78.5 million.
Global trends to watch for advise Council on Geostrategy
In the Council on Geostrategy’s latest feature, titled 'Which geopolitical trends will dominate in 2025?', 11 experts present a nuanced analysis of the global challenges ahead.
UK reaffirms commitment to defence of the Arctic
Responding to a written question from Graeme Downie MP about NATO’s efforts to protect the Arctic, Defence Minister Luke Pollard reaffirmed Britain's commitment to the defence of the Arctic.
No progress on Type 32 Frigate project as review pending
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has confirmed that the Type 32 frigate programme remains firmly in its concept phase, with no timetable yet established for design or procurement as the Defence Review looms.
A British naval task force in the Black Sea?
The idea of establishing a British-led naval task force in the Black Sea, headed by Type 31 Frigates, has been put forward as a critical response to Russian aggression.
Majority of work on new support ships to remain in Belfast
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the majority of work on the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s new Fleet Solid Support ships will remain in Belfast, maintaining the build strategy originally outlined before the yard was purchased by Navantia.
Britain developing fast attack drone boats for Ukraine
Project COOKSON will develop a small, fast, low-observability attack boat for Ukraine, capable of launching multiple precision-guided weapons, defending against air threats, and operating in GPS-denied environments.
RFA staff secure improved pay deal, ending strikes
Royal Fleet Auxiliary sailors have overwhelmingly voted to accept an improved pay offer from the Ministry of Defence, bringing an end to a prolonged dispute.
