A conversation with Ferguson Marine’s new chief
Exclusive - We spoke with Ferguson Marine’s new CEO Graeme Thomson about the direction he wants to take the yard and the work underway to build long term capability. Part one of our three part series is now out.
U.S. Navy axes Constellation-class frigate programme
The US Navy has formally cancelled the bulk of its Constellation-class frigate programme, ending plans for a 20-ship fleet and confirming that only the first two vessels already under construction will be completed.
Royal Navy shadows Russian vessels twice in two weeks
The Royal Navy has carried out two interceptions in as many weeks after Russian vessels entered UK waters, including an intelligence-gathering ship whose crew...
NATO teams test submarine-rescue system on Scottish coast
Royal Navy specialists have completed a two-week exercise in Scotland with French and Norwegian counterparts to prove that NATO’s submarine rescue system is ready.
NATO expands cooperation on securing undersea infrastructure
NATO has broadened its work on the protection of critical undersea infrastructure following a two day meeting of its Critical Undersea Infrastructure Network in Rome.
British and Italian aircraft carriers join forces
British and Italian carrier air and sea power converged over the Mediterranean as Italian and UK F-35B jets, joined by Italian Navy AV-8B Harriers, flew in formation over HMS Prince of Wales and Italy’s flagship Cavour.
NATO meeting in Oslo aims to strengthen hybrid response
The symposium also served as a forum to advance implementation of the Alliance’s revised Counter Hybrid Strategy, which places emphasis on faster decision making.
UK weighs future of support vessels RFA Argus
RFA Argus’s future remains in doubt after a written parliamentary answer confirmed no decision yet on whether she will be repaired or retired.
British forces step up patrols as Russian activity rises
The UK Armed Forces have increased surveillance and interception activity from the English Channel to the High North following what officials describe as a rise in Russian movements near British waters.
Downie welcomes agreement securing jobs at Rosyth
Graeme Downie MP said the programme highlights how “high skilled jobs in Scotland” are being protected and expanded.
