Babcock increases support on UK’s Dreadnought programme
Babcock has been awarded two further contracts for work on the UK’s new Dreadnought Class submarine worth a combined GBP 120 million.
GA-ASI: Mojave drone operates from HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) conducted a first-of-its-kind demonstration of its short takeoff and landing (STOL) capability on the HMS Prince of Wales.
Electronic warfare programme for Royal Navy warships achieves major milestone
A new electro-magnetic warfare system that will enhance Royal Navy warships has passed a major milestone.
Babcock signs GBP 750 million contract to deliver future submarine capability
Babcock has signed a four-year GBP 750 million contract with the UK Ministry of Defence’s (MOD) Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA).
HMS Queen Elizabeth flagship under NATO command for the first time
The UK’s flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth is under NATO’s command for the first time as a powerful force capable of protecting the alliance’s frontiers assembles.
Terma to supply radars for new Royal Navy Type 26 frigates
Danish manufacturer of advanced technology solutions for defence, Terma, is set to supply ten SCANTER 6000 radars to equip five Royal Navy Type 26 frigates.
BAE Systems builds new shipbuilding hall for Type 26 programme
Last November, BAE Systems secured a GBP 4.2 billion contract with the Ministry of Defence to build five more Type 26 ships.
UK Carrier Strike Group shows strength in combat mission training
HMS Queen Elizabeth and her embarked jets and helicopters have proven their ability to provide the “punch” of the UK Carrier Strike Group during a series of simulated strike missions alongside international partners.
Upgraded Crowsnest system deployed with Royal Navy Carrier Strike Group
The Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group has been deployed with the most advanced version of the Crowsnest Airborne Surveillance and Control (ASaC) system yet.
Rohde & Schwarz selected for Royal Navy’s Type 26 Batch 2
Rohde & Schwarz will deliver five more integrated communication and control systems, based on NAVICS, for the Type 26 Batch 2 Global Combat Ship Batch 2.
Britain’s Commandos to get new assault rifles
Britain’s elite Royal Marine Commando Forces will be stealthier and deadlier thanks to a new assault rifle.
CAMCOPTER S-100 passes acceptance test under the UK’s Peregrine programme
Thales and Schiebel announced the successful completion of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Peregrine Programme.