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Warning that inflation risk could hit defence procurement
The Defence Committee heard this week that failure to reform defence finance and procurement could drive inflation across major equipment programmes, as MPs pressed the Government on access to private capital and the rising cost of military capability.
British spy plane circles Russian territory in Baltic
A Royal Air Force RC-135W Rivet Joint electronic surveillance aircraft has conducted a patrol orbiting the Russian territory of Kaliningrad.
British Army reviews gun options for Ares vehicles
The Northrop Grumman M230LF dual-feed Bushmaster chain gun is being assessed for Ares.
Wallace warns modern warfare strains military data security
Former defence secretary Sir Ben Wallace has told MPs that the Afghan data breach exposed deeper structural problems in how sensitive information is handled during modern military operations.
Navantia UK marks one year since Harland and Wolff buy
Navantia UK has marked one year since completing its acquisition of Harland and Wolff, pointing to major investment in shipyard infrastructure and workforce growth.
BAE wins U.S. Navy ship repair contracts in San Diego
BAE Systems San Diego shipyard has secured two U.S. Navy contracts to carry out scheduled modernisation and maintenance work on two frontline surface combatants, the company stated.
NAVAL NEWS
Navantia UK marks one year since Harland and Wolff buy
Navantia UK has marked one year since completing its acquisition of Harland and Wolff, pointing to major investment in shipyard infrastructure and workforce growth.
BAE wins U.S. Navy ship repair contracts in San Diego
BAE Systems San Diego shipyard has secured two U.S. Navy contracts to carry out scheduled modernisation and maintenance work on two frontline surface combatants, the company stated.
Babcock and Plymouth university sign skills partnership deal
Babcock has signed a new strategic partnership agreement with the University of Plymouth aimed at strengthening skills development, employment pathways and long-term economic growth in the city, the company stated.
Turkish drone carrier task group deploys to deter Russia
A Turkish naval task group led by the amphibious assault ship TCG Anadolu has deployed under the NATO Allied Reaction Force to take part in exercise STEADFAST DART 2026.
AVIATION NEWS
MPs hear calls to back Scottish aero skills at Prestwick
Industry representatives have urged stronger public-sector support for Scottish aerospace and defence sector, warning that future skills and jobs depend on sustained government backing, according to evidence heard by the Scottish Affairs Committee.
Warning that inflation risk could hit defence procurement
The Defence Committee heard this week that failure to reform defence finance and procurement could drive inflation across major equipment programmes, as MPs pressed the Government on access to private capital and the rising cost of military capability.
British spy plane circles Russian territory in Baltic
A Royal Air Force RC-135W Rivet Joint electronic surveillance aircraft has conducted a patrol orbiting the Russian territory of Kaliningrad.
Britain launches new Goshawk interceptor project
The Ministry of Defence has launched a new competition to develop a low-cost interceptor intended to counter drones, loitering munitions and missiles at close range with up to 7,000 produced per year.
LAND NEWS
British Army reviews gun options for Ares vehicles
The Northrop Grumman M230LF dual-feed Bushmaster chain gun is being assessed for Ares.
Wallace warns modern warfare strains military data security
Former defence secretary Sir Ben Wallace has told MPs that the Afghan data breach exposed deeper structural problems in how sensitive information is handled during modern military operations.
BAE Systems wins Paladin howitzer production deal
The award covers the manufacture of 40 further M109A7 Paladin sets, including the associated M992A3 Carrier Ammunition Tracked vehicles used to support artillery operations.
Defence investment plan delay raises industry concerns
While the Ministry of Defence maintains that capability delivery is continuing in parallel with plan development, industry representatives have stressed that clarity remains critical to maintaining confidence across the defence sector.
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