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UK seeks £37m support deal for helicopter forces
The Ministry of Defence is preparing a contract worth an estimated £37 million to provide additional engineering, logistics and support personnel for the UK's Support Helicopter Force and Commando Helicopter Force at RAF Odiham, RAF Benson and RNAS Yeovilton.
RAF Envoy support extended after Phase 2 competition fails
The Ministry of Defence is extending support for the RAF's two Envoy IV business jets by two years at a cost of up to £26 million after the competition intended to deliver their longer-term support and military modification produced only one bid, which was deemed unaffordable.
Royal Navy Russian vessel monitoring rises 25%
Royal Navy activations to monitor Russian vessels around the UK increased by 25% during the first eight months of 2026 compared with the same period last year, with ships dispatched on four operations involving Russian vessels during August alone.
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American nuke sub skips post-shakedown due to availability
The US Navy has declared the Virginia-class attack submarine USS Massachusetts ready for fleet tasking after completing shakedown trials, waiving the boat's planned post-shakedown availability because of its material condition and combat readiness.
American assault ship gets $150m BAE overhaul
BAE Systems has received a $149.8 million contract from the US Navy to carry out maintenance and modernisation work on the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer.
British survey vessel maps Thames seabed near key port
Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Magpie has completed three months of work mapping the Thames seabed around London Gateway and other locations.
Irish warships open fire with main guns
Irish Naval Service patrol ships LÉ Samuel Beckett and LÉ George Bernard Shaw have taken part in a Ship Training Period involving live-fire gunnery, manoeuvring, maritime interdiction and replenishment-at-sea training.
Royal Navy Russian vessel monitoring rises 25%
Royal Navy activations to monitor Russian vessels around the UK increased by 25% during the first eight months of 2026 compared with the same period last year, with ships dispatched on four operations involving Russian vessels during August alone.
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Ukraine seeks more drones and air defence from Latvia
Ukraine has asked Latvia to support the rapid delivery of air defence equipment, unmanned ground vehicles, fibre-optic-controlled drones and additional strike capabilities as Kyiv sets out its current battlefield priorities.
American C-130 lands on Ramstein taxiway
A US Air Force C-130J Super Hercules has landed on a taxiway at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, marking the first time an aircraft has landed at the installation without using one of its runways.
UK seeks £37m support deal for helicopter forces
The Ministry of Defence is preparing a contract worth an estimated £37 million to provide additional engineering, logistics and support personnel for the UK's Support Helicopter Force and Commando Helicopter Force at RAF Odiham, RAF Benson and RNAS Yeovilton.
RAF Envoy support extended after Phase 2 competition fails
The Ministry of Defence is extending support for the RAF's two Envoy IV business jets by two years at a cost of up to £26 million after the competition intended to deliver their longer-term support and military modification produced only one bid, which was deemed unaffordable.
South Korea cleared for 103 AIM-9X missiles
The United States has approved a possible $125 million Foreign Military Sale to South Korea covering 103 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II air-to-air missiles, additional guidance units and associated support.
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NATO deputy chief visits Dublin for defence talks
NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska is visiting Dublin for two days of engagements, including a public discussion on security issues and an informal meeting of European Union defence ministers.
Finland orders Saab RBS 70 NG air defence system
Finland has placed an initial order with Saab for the RBS 70 NG short-range air defence system, extending its use of the Swedish company's ground-based missile family.
Netherlands orders Saab mobile camouflage systems
The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has signed a multi-year agreement with Saab covering the Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System, with an initial order placed for equipment to be fitted to Royal Netherlands Army Fennek reconnaissance vehicles.
Babcock extends Plymouth Argyle partnership
Babcock has extended its partnership with Plymouth Argyle for a further three years, expanding its support for the club's women's team and taking naming rights to its Foulston Park training facility.
Minister acknowledges Challenger 3 supply chain delays
Ministers acknowledge Challenger 3 supply chain delays, but say the Defence Investment Plan gives industry the certainty to work through them.
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