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MOD outlines plan to upgrade military family housing
The Ministry of Defence has set out measures it says are underway to improve the quality, maintenance and availability of Service Family Accommodation.
Lithuania orders Leopard 2 bridge layers in KNDS deal
Lithuania has commissioned KNDS Deutschland to deliver twelve LEGUAN bridge layer vehicles based on the Leopard 2 chassis.
KNDS and EOS agree to pursue new weapon station projects
KNDS and EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement aimed at expanding cooperation on remote-controlled weapon stations and associated weapons.
MOD denies claims of airborne forces cuts
The Ministry of Defence has denied claims that the UK is planning to reduce airborne capability or cut pay for paratroopers, following reporting parachute forces may move to a smaller specialist structure.
Private firm signs deal to acquire UK Wave Class RFA tankers
A private maritime company has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's two Wave Class fast fleet tankers, Wave Knight and Wave Ruler
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Private firm signs deal to acquire UK Wave Class RFA tankers
A private maritime company has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's two Wave Class fast fleet tankers, Wave Knight and Wave Ruler
HMS Albion being used to get HMS Bulwark ready for handover
HMS Albion is being retained at Devonport to support preparations for the sale of HMS Bulwark to Brazil, however, no disposal plans have yet been confirmed for Albion itself.
RFA seafarers vote overwhelmingly for strike action
Maritime union RMT has welcomed what it described as an overwhelming vote for strike action by Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) seafarers, warning that management could not demonstrate it was complying with minimum wage legislation.
Defence giant about to start work on new warship in Glasgow
BAE Systems has said preparations are well underway to begin construction of the sixth Type 26 frigate for the Royal Navy, HMS Newcastle.
BAE Systems reports record sales and GBP 83.6bn order backlog
BAE Systems has reported another year of strong growth, with record sales and a rising order backlog as the company says it is well positioned to benefit from increased defence spending.
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Scottish Government dismisses Green call to bar US military
The Scottish Government has rejected a Scottish Greens push to end US military use of Scotland’s publicly owned airports,
MOD denies claims of airborne forces cuts
The Ministry of Defence has denied claims that the UK is planning to reduce airborne capability or cut pay for paratroopers, following reporting parachute forces may move to a smaller specialist structure.
UK tips Leonardo for Chinook, Merlin and Wildcat radio deal
The UK intends to award Leonardo UK a contract for repair and post-design support services for avionics communications equipment used across the Chinook, Merlin and Wildcat helicopter fleets.
UK firm to begin work on US Air Force Wedgetail aircraft
A UK-based aviation company has been contracted by Boeing to undertake the initial conversion work on the first two US Air Force E-7 Wedgetail aircraft.
Largest U.S build up since Gulf War happening now near Iran
A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is being described as the most significant movement of American aircraft in decades during a period of heightened tensions with Iran.
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MOD outlines plan to upgrade military family housing
The Ministry of Defence has set out measures it says are underway to improve the quality, maintenance and availability of Service Family Accommodation.
Lithuania orders Leopard 2 bridge layers in KNDS deal
Lithuania has commissioned KNDS Deutschland to deliver twelve LEGUAN bridge layer vehicles based on the Leopard 2 chassis.
KNDS and EOS agree to pursue new weapon station projects
KNDS and EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement aimed at expanding cooperation on remote-controlled weapon stations and associated weapons.
Men jailed over foiled Islamic terror plot
Three men have been jailed after being convicted over a foiled terrorist plot aimed at the Jewish community in Greater Manchester.
UK holds off on confirming next Ajax upgrade timeline
The Ministry of Defence has declined to say when it expects to begin reliability growth trials for the British Army Ajax armoured vehicle at its planned Capability Drop 4 standard, as ministers continue to await the outcome of ongoing investigations.
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