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Supercarrier launches jets in disputed South China Sea
A U.S. Navy carrier strike group has resumed high-tempo flight operations in the disputed South China Sea, with aircraft from USS George Washington conducting launches and recoveries as regional tensions remain acute.
Leonardo shows Michelangelo, an AI missile shield for Europe
Leonardo’s Michelangelo Dome aims to build an AI supported kill web across Europe’s militaries, turning disparate platforms into a connected defence against massed and fast moving attacks.
More now joining than leaving British armed forces
Statistics show a long awaited shift in personnel trends, with more people joining the UK’s Regular Armed Forces over the most recent 12 month period than leaving.
Ferguson Marine’s new industrial direction
In an exclusive interview, the new chief of Ferguson Marine told us that the yard’s new direction involves deepening its defence partnerships, targeting a defined commercial segment under 100 metres, and upgrading its systems so it can secure steadier work.
Fresh halt to Ajax training after 30 troops unwell
The MOD has paused all Ajax training after around 30 soldiers reported noise and vibration injuries, with Minister Luke Pollard ordering an urgent investigation.
PwC says Budget gives room to be bold on defence investment
PwC has argued that the Autumn Budget creates political space for a more assertive approach to defence spending and modernisation, following the Chancellor’s decision to reaffirm a rise in defence expenditure to 2.6 percent of GDP by April.
NAVAL NEWS
HMS Iron Duke upgrades scrapped due to cost
The Ministry of Defence has set out in a written answer why it terminated the plan to convert HMS Iron Duke, confirming that the project failed to meet the threshold for continued investment once timelines, cost, and service life were assessed in detail.
Supercarrier launches jets in disputed South China Sea
A U.S. Navy carrier strike group has resumed high-tempo flight operations in the disputed South China Sea, with aircraft from USS George Washington conducting launches and recoveries as regional tensions remain acute.
Ferguson Marine’s new industrial direction
In an exclusive interview, the new chief of Ferguson Marine told us that the yard’s new direction involves deepening its defence partnerships, targeting a defined commercial segment under 100 metres, and upgrading its systems so it can secure steadier work.
Inchgreen dock to be overhauled under £20m UK investment
Inverclyde’s long-dormant ship repair complex at Inchgreen is set for a major revival after the UK Government confirmed £20 million in fresh funding, a move local leaders say could finally anchor new defence and maritime jobs on the Clyde.
AVIATION NEWS
Leonardo shows Michelangelo, an AI missile shield for Europe
Leonardo’s Michelangelo Dome aims to build an AI supported kill web across Europe’s militaries, turning disparate platforms into a connected defence against massed and fast moving attacks.
Typhoon next-gen radar and electronics upgrade timeline
The Ministry of Defence has set out fresh detail on two major upgrade pathways for the RAF’s Typhoon fleet, confirming that both the Phase 4 Enhancement (P4E) package and the new electronically scanned radar remain on track for delivery before 2030.
New Medium Helicopter decision imminent
Until the Defence Investment Plan is published, the future of the programme, and of the UK’s only remaining helicopter manufacturing plant, remains uncertain.
What’s happening with SRVL?
The Ministry of Defence has indicated a sense of direction for the F-35Bs Shipborne Rolling Vertical Landing capablities onboard the carriers, even if some uncertainty over timing remains.
LAND NEWS
More now joining than leaving British armed forces
Statistics show a long awaited shift in personnel trends, with more people joining the UK’s Regular Armed Forces over the most recent 12 month period than leaving.
Fresh halt to Ajax training after 30 troops unwell
The MOD has paused all Ajax training after around 30 soldiers reported noise and vibration injuries, with Minister Luke Pollard ordering an urgent investigation.
PwC says Budget gives room to be bold on defence investment
PwC has argued that the Autumn Budget creates political space for a more assertive approach to defence spending and modernisation, following the Chancellor’s decision to reaffirm a rise in defence expenditure to 2.6 percent of GDP by April.
UK moves ahead with plan to convert Warriors into drones
The government has confirmed that Project ATILLA, the Army’s plan to convert retired Warrior infantry fighting vehicles into optionally crewed minefield-breaching platforms, has now advanced beyond its initial concept work and entered the early stages of commercial competition.
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