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UK sets out funding plan for new munitions factories
The Ministry of Defence has issued an updated early engagement notice outlining plans to support the construction of new UK energetics and munitions manufacturing facilities.
Boeing to expand PAC-3 seeker production under US deal
Boeing has agreed a seven-year framework to significantly expand production of PAC-3 missile seekers.
UK tests airborne defences with new EREBUS system
A new UK flight test capability designed to trial aircraft defensive systems in real-world conditions has been developed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, working with industry partners.
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Union pushes for Fife build of Royal Navy submarine docks
GMB Scotland is calling on defence ministers to allocate Programme Euston work to deliver new out-of-water docking capability at HM Naval Base Clyde to the Navantia UK yard in Methil, Fife, rather than opening the contract to international competition.
Royal Navy boosts ocean data collection with new contract
The Royal Navy is set to expand its ocean data gathering capability under a new contract with Teledyne Marine, aimed at strengthening environmental intelligence for operations.
Royal Navy completes NATO submarine rescue trials
The Royal Navy has completed a four-day trial of the NATO Submarine Rescue System in Scotland, testing the alliance’s ability to respond to a distressed submarine.
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.
Tender launched to replace MV Lord of the Isles
Caledonian Maritime Assets has launched a procurement process for the detailed design and build of a new passenger and vehicle ferry to replace MV Lord of the Isles on the Mallaig to Lochboisdale route.
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French Rafales deploy to lead Baltic air policing
French Air and Space Force Rafale fighter jets have deployed to Lithuania to lead NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission, replacing a Spanish detachment.
NATO seeks industry input for air defence sensing trials
NATO Allied Air Command has launched an industry engagement effort to identify new sensing technologies for future air and missile defence, ahead of planned experimentation in Europe.
Portuguese F-16s take over Baltic air policing mission
Portuguese Air Force F-16 fighter jets have deployed to Estonia to take over the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission, replacing an Italian detachment, according to NATO Allied Air Command.
Boeing to expand PAC-3 seeker production under US deal
Boeing has agreed a seven-year framework to significantly expand production of PAC-3 missile seekers.
UK tests airborne defences with new EREBUS system
A new UK flight test capability designed to trial aircraft defensive systems in real-world conditions has been developed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, working with industry partners.
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Chile backs Argentina on Falklands in joint statement
Chile has declared its support for Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, according to a joint statement issued following a meeting between the two countries’ leaders.
No plans to expand counter-extremism role in Army policing
The Ministry of Defence has said there are no plans to second homeland security personnel to the Royal Military Police to tackle far-right extremism within the Armed Forces.
UK sets out funding plan for new munitions factories
The Ministry of Defence has issued an updated early engagement notice outlining plans to support the construction of new UK energetics and munitions manufacturing facilities.
Government reviewing fallout report after nuclear test concerns
The government has said it will examine the implications of a previously restricted report into nuclear fallout contamination, following renewed scrutiny over its handling and potential impact on past legal cases involving veterans.
AI tested to support battlefield medical decisions
UK and US scientists have trialled the use of artificial intelligence to support battlefield medical decision-making, examining whether personnel are willing to trust and delegate life-and-death choices to AI.
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