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Methil makes the case for Programme Euston
As one of the most significant defence contracts in the pipeline edges closer to procurement, Navantia UK's yard in Methil, Fife is making its case to be part of it.
Navantia UK’s Methil yard transformation continues with Seahorse
Two years ago this yard was fighting for its future. Today it christened a barge for the Fleet Solid Support programme. The transformation at Methil is only just beginning.
British Army demonstrates future mix of drones and armour
The British Army's 3rd Division has demonstrated how it intends to fight in the near future at an Armoured Expo event on Salisbury Plain, showing how autonomous ground vehicles, drones and soldiers will operate together as an integrated force.
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Britain needs more Scottish built frigates MP warns
The MP for Dunfermline and Dollar has warned that Britain should consider itself already in conflict with Russia and that the UK needs more Type 31 frigates to meet the threat.
NATO naval chiefs meet at Northwood to discuss force future
NATO's Allied Maritime Command hosted chiefs of navy, fleet commanders and senior leaders from across the Alliance at its annual Maritime Operational Commanders' Conference at its headquarters in Northwood.
Ferguson Marine plans yard expansion with new build hall
Ferguson Marine has begun ground investigation work at its Port Glasgow shipyard ahead of a potential major expansion, as the company eyes new facilities and additional land to grow Scotland's shipbuilding capacity.
British warship ignores Chinese warnings in Spratlys
HMS Spey has carried out a freedom of navigation operation around the disputed Spratly Islands, brushing off Chinese warnings.
Methil makes the case for Programme Euston
As one of the most significant defence contracts in the pipeline edges closer to procurement, Navantia UK's yard in Methil, Fife is making its case to be part of it.
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RAF search and rescue saves 26,000 lives over seven decades
The RAF's search and rescue legacy spans more than eight decades, from the creation of the first Search and Rescue unit in 1941 to today's Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft crews monitoring traffic over the North Sea.
Sikorsky, Robinson win US Marine autonomous logistics work
Robinson Unmanned will deliver the first R66 TURBINETRUCK to Sikorsky for integration, test and evaluation and demonstration.
Northrop Grumman delivers 70th E-2D Hawkeye to US Navy
Northrop Grumman has delivered the 70th E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft to the US Navy.
First US Navy MQ-25A Stingray completes maiden test flight
Boeing and the US Navy have completed the first test flight of an operational MQ-25A Stingray unmanned aerial refuelling aircraft.
US Air Force selects three firms for nuclear microreactors
The US Department of the Air Force has selected three companies to potentially develop and operate nuclear microreactors on military installations as part of its Advanced Nuclear Power for Installations initiative.
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NATO logistics directors meet to strengthen alliance readiness
NATO's Logistics Committee met at Alliance headquarters in Brussels on Tuesday to review progress in strengthening the Alliance's logistics for collective defence.
BAE Systems begins production of NavGuide GPS receiver
BAE Systems has begun production and initial deliveries of its NavGuide GPS receiver, a portable M-Code GPS receiver intended to replace the Defense Advanced GPS Receiver after more than 20 years in service.
British Army demonstrates future mix of drones and armour
The British Army's 3rd Division has demonstrated how it intends to fight in the near future at an Armoured Expo event on Salisbury Plain, showing how autonomous ground vehicles, drones and soldiers will operate together as an integrated force.
Germany has overtaken US in ammunition output
Germany has overtaken the United States in conventional ammunition production capacity, Rheinmetall chief executive Armin Papperger has claimed.
KNDS investigates legacy Qatar arms deal dating back to 2013
European defence manufacturer KNDS has launched an independent investigation into a legacy transaction with the Qatar Armed Forces dating back to 2013, following the resurfacing of previously reported allegations.
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