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MOD moves to improve finance access for defence SMEs

The Ministry of Defence has outlined steps to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises in the defence sector, amid concerns over how procurement rules affect bank lending.

UK to link missile warning into digital targeting network

The UK is moving to integrate ballistic missile early warning into its emerging digital targeting architecture, as part of wider efforts to modernise how the Armed Forces detect and respond to threats.

NCSC warns of messaging app targeting by Russia-linked actors

The UK National Cyber Security Centre has warned of increasing attempts by Russia-based actors to target individuals via messaging apps, including WhatsApp, Signal and Messenger.

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Babcock reshuffles executive team ahead of CEO exit

Babcock International Group has announced a series of executive leadership changes, including the formal confirmation of a successor to chief executive David Lockwood.

Destroyer HMS Daring to return to fleet this year

Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer HMS Daring is set to return to the fleet later this year following a prolonged period out of over 3300 days out of service.

American supercarrier departs Europe after repairs

The carrier, the largest warship in the world, remains deployed in the Mediterranean as part of Carrier Strike Group 12 and is available for full mission tasking in support of US national objectives, the US Navy said.

New Trident training facility opens at Clyde

Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe, US Director of Strategic Programs, said: "The Polaris Sales Agreement is foundational to the US-UK sea-based strategic deterrence relationship, and crucial to the collective security of our NATO allies".

Securing advantage with undersea tech innovation

Rear Admiral (Retd) Jon Pentreath on translating undersea innovation into operational effect ahead of UDT 2026, as defence assesses emerging subsea threats and capability gaps

AVIATION NEWS

BAE wins contract for mobile air defence system

BAE Systems has secured a contract worth USD 180 million from Sweden for its TRIDON Mk2 air defence system, the company said.

Northrop tests autonomous strike drone with US Army

Northrop Grumman has demonstrated a new autonomous uncrewed aircraft system capable of targeting, strike and surveillance missions during a US Army exercise.

AI drones trialled to spot mines for British troops

AI-enabled drones have been successfully tested to help British soldiers detect landmines and explosive ordnance more quickly.

British Typhoon jets bomb Islamic State in Syria

RAF Typhoon jets carried out a joint air strike with French aircraft against a suspected Daesh facility in Syria, according to the Ministry of Defence.

UK considering land-based missile defence options

The UK government has confirmed it is considering air and missile defence capabilities for the homeland, including potential protection of major population centres and critical infrastructure.

LAND NEWS

Police highlight role of online intelligence in terror work

Counter Terrorism Policing has highlighted the role of online intelligence in preventing attacks, as part of a new podcast episode featuring a specialist working in the field.

Ukraine claims 1.3m Russian losses since invasion began

Ukraine has said total Russian casualties, killed and wounded, have reached around 1,302,370 personnel since February 2022.

Ukraine claims record Russian losses in March

More than 35,000 Russian troops were killed or seriously wounded in March according to Ukrainian officials.

MOD cancels armoured vehicle spares contract plan

The Ministry of Defence has cancelled a planned contract for artillery and armoured vehicle weapon system components, according to an updated procurement notice.

MOD moves to improve finance access for defence SMEs

The Ministry of Defence has outlined steps to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises in the defence sector, amid concerns over how procurement rules affect bank lending.

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