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Techscaler plans New York trip in expanded export push
Scotland's Techscaler programme will take a small group of growth-stage start-ups to New York and New Jersey this year as part of an expanded international schedule designed to help companies win contracts and build commercial links overseas.
Scottish Government outline veterans health reforms
Scottish Government minutes show work advancing on GP accreditation, mental health reforms and the planned VALOUR hubs.
BAE Systems agrees deal to acquire Swedish supplier
BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad, a Sweden-based manufacturer specialising in precision-machined, large and complex structures.
UK confirms parachute force to be cut to one battalion
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that UK airborne parachute capability will be retained but concentrated into specialist units and a single battalion group, following recommendations in the Strategic Defence Review.
Ferguson Marine appoints Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair
Ferguson Marine has appointed shipbuilding veteran Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair of its Board, following a period serving as Interim Chair, the company stated.
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Ferguson Marine appoints Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair
Ferguson Marine has appointed shipbuilding veteran Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair of its Board, following a period serving as Interim Chair, the company stated.
MPs warned Russia is way ahead in undersea warfare
Witnesses told MPs that the Russian submarine force and deep-sea directorate GUGI give Moscow a major advantage in undersea operations, with the UK described as being on the frontline due to its concentration of data cables and energy infrastructure.
UK should have more submarines, MPs told
The UK should consider significantly expanding its submarine force as undersea threats proliferate and the barriers to entry for hostile actors continue to fall, witnesses told MPs.
Scottish Secretary to pursue shipbuilding deals in Indo-Pacific
The UK Government has announced that Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander will travel to Australia, New Zealand and Singapore on a week-long trade and defence mission.
UK to send carrier north in show of force against Russia
The UK will deploy a Carrier Strike Group to the North Atlantic and High North in 2026 under Operation Firecrest, aimed at deterring Russia and protecting critical undersea infrastructure.
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Skyeton integrates satcom into Raybird UAV
Ukrainian aviation manufacturer Skyeton has announced the successful integration of satellite communications (SATCOM) systems into its Raybird unmanned aerial vehicle.
UK confirms parachute force to be cut to one battalion
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that UK airborne parachute capability will be retained but concentrated into specialist units and a single battalion group, following recommendations in the Strategic Defence Review.
Greens demand US military flights be barred from Prestwick
Scottish Greens co-leader Gillian Mackay has called for the US military to be evicted from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, as Labour warns the move would undermine NATO security ties.
Army has 282 on small drone training pathways
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that 282 personnel are currently participating in the British Army's centralised small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (sUAS) training pathways.
Indian Air Force to help train British jet pilots
Indian Air Force instructors are set to begin training Royal Air Force fast jet pilots at RAF Valley under a new agreement that may also help ease long-running pressure on Britain's military flying training pipeline.
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Techscaler plans New York trip in expanded export push
Scotland's Techscaler programme will take a small group of growth-stage start-ups to New York and New Jersey this year as part of an expanded international schedule designed to help companies win contracts and build commercial links overseas.
Scottish Government outline veterans health reforms
Scottish Government minutes show work advancing on GP accreditation, mental health reforms and the planned VALOUR hubs.
BAE Systems agrees deal to acquire Swedish supplier
BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad, a Sweden-based manufacturer specialising in precision-machined, large and complex structures.
How IDV is evolving the Viking uncrewed vehicle
Speakign to the UKD efence Journal, IDV argues Viking reflects a rare UK-based uncrewed ground capability, developed and integrated by a domestic team as interest in autonomy grows.
UK claims significant progress on Challenger 3 export talks
The Ministry of Defence says it has said that it has made "significant progress" in exploring export opportunities linked to the Challenger 3 tank programme, but has declined to provide further detail.
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