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U.S. Navy fires warship Captain during exercise
The U.S. Navy has fired the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
U.S. Navy opens first F-16 maintenance line
The U.S. Navy has established a new depot-level maintenance programme for their F-16 Viper aircraft
Exercise Hyperion Storm validates RAF spec ops readiness
Exercise Hyperion Storm has confirmed Royal Air Force readiness to support the upcoming UK leadership role in the NATO Allied Reaction Force Special Operations Component from July 2026, the service stated.
MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
U.S. Navy seeks to speed up Medium Landing Ship build
The U.S. Navy has issued a Request for Proposal for a Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the acquisition of its new Medium Landing Ship (LSM), with a contract award anticipated in mid-2026, the service stated.
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U.S. Navy fires warship Captain during exercise
The U.S. Navy has fired the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
U.S. Navy seeks to speed up Medium Landing Ship build
The U.S. Navy has issued a Request for Proposal for a Vessel Construction Manager to oversee the acquisition of its new Medium Landing Ship (LSM), with a contract award anticipated in mid-2026, the service stated.
Babcock introduces paid premature baby leave for UK staff
Babcock International Group has introduced a new paid premature baby leave entitlement for its UK-based employees, becoming the first defence company to sign The Employer with Heart Charter in partnership with The Smallest Things charity.
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.
AVIATION NEWS
U.S. Navy opens first F-16 maintenance line
The U.S. Navy has established a new depot-level maintenance programme for their F-16 Viper aircraft
Exercise Hyperion Storm validates RAF spec ops readiness
Exercise Hyperion Storm has confirmed Royal Air Force readiness to support the upcoming UK leadership role in the NATO Allied Reaction Force Special Operations Component from July 2026, the service stated.
DARPA missile drone moves closer to first flight
The project is intended to develop an aircraft that can be launched from a larger aircraft, fly ahead of crewed platforms, and engage targets using its own air-to-air missiles.
UK intelligence says Russia increased drone strike tempo
UK Defence Intelligence has reported that Russia launched approximately 4,400 one-way attack uncrewed aerial systems against Ukrainian targets in January 2026.
Tekever opens UAS training school at West Wales Airport
Tekever has launched a new uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) Training School at West Wales Airport, designed to provide instruction for both internal teams and external customers.
LAND NEWS
MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
British and American tanks train together in Estonia
British Challenger 2 tanks have trained alongside U.S. Army armoured forces during Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, as NATO’s multinational battlegroup tested its ability to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions.
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.
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