MoD planning for Ocean-Going Uncrewed Survey Vessel
The Ministry of Defence has published a procurement pipeline notice for Project Lily, signalling plans to acquire a contractor-supported uncrewed surface vessel.
Scotland is ‘beating heart’ of British shipbuilding
The naming of HMS Glasgow at BAE Systems’ Clyde shipyard has underscored Scotland’s central role in UK defence manufacturing, with Secretary of State for Scotland Ian Murray calling the country the “beating heart of military shipbuilding.”
HMS Trent returns to fleet after upgrades in Malta
MS Trent has departed Malta following a significant maintenance and upgrade period, marking her return to the fleet for the first time since last year’s deployment to the Caribbean.
US supercarrier launches largest carrier strike in history
"The USS Harry S. Truman launched the largest carrier airstrike in the history of the world — 125,000 pounds — from a single aircraft carrier into Somalia."
Fleet of NATO warships converge in Glasgow
A group of NATO warships has arrived in Glasgow following the conclusion of Exercise Formidable Shield 2025, NATO’s largest live-fire integrated air and missile defence exercise.
MOD seeks new secondary radar for Royal Navy submarines
The Ministry of Defence is seeking industry input to replace the Royal Navy’s ageing secondary radar systems aboard Astute- and Vanguard-class submarines, following persistent reliability concerns with the current solution.
MOD issues procurement update on Commando Insertion Craft
The Commando Insertion Craft is intended to provide the Royal Marines with a fast, low-signature platform capable of delivering small teams from ships at distance.
An interview on the Fleet Solid Support programme
Recently, George Allison spoke to Navantia UK and DE&S about the Fleet Solid Support programme—its progress, investment, and how it aims to revitalise UK shipbuilding and restore sovereign capability.
Princess of Wales names Royal Navy frigate HMS Glasgow
The first of the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 frigates, HMS Glasgow, has been formally named by Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales at a ceremony held at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard.
Barrel fitted to new 5-inch gun aboard HMS Glasgow
HMS Glasgow, the lead ship of the Royal Navy's new Type 26 frigates, has reached another key milestone with the fitting of the barrel on its 5-inch (127mm) Mk 45 Mod 4A naval gun.
