BAE Systems lays keel for HMS Dreadnought, marking key milestone in cuclear submarine programme
The keel for HMS Dreadnought, the first of the UK’s new class of nuclear-armed submarines, has been laid at BAE Systems’ Barrow-in-Furness shipyard.
UK Commando Force acquires Sig Sauer MCX rifles for specialist operations
Royal Marines from the UK Commando Force have received new Sig Sauer MCX rifles to enhance their capability in specialist missions, including counter-terrorism.
Royal Navy officers lead pivotal trials to Arm F-35 jets with Meteor air-to-air missile
The Meteor missile, currently in service with RAF Typhoon jets, is a radar-guided weapon capable of hitting targets at speeds of up to four times the speed of sound.
Royal Navy’s Peregrine drone makes operational debut in Gulf security mission
The Royal Navy has successfully deployed its new mini-helicopter drone, Peregrine, on operations in the Middle East.
Integris awarded contract to enhance ballistic protection of Royal Navy’s Type 45 destroyers
Integris Composites has secured a pivotal contract to support the maintenance programme of the Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyers.
Royal Navy advances electronic warfare capability with new MEWSIC system
he Royal Navy has taken a significant step in modernising its electronic warfare capabilities with the production of the first next-generation Maritime Electronic Warfare System Integrated Capability (MEWSIC).
Royal Navy: HMS Sutherland returns to sea after Babcock-led upgrade
HMS Sutherland has set sail for initial training and sea trials following an extensive upgrade programme led by Babcock.
Babcock opens new submarine support hub in Bristol, creating over 100 jobs
Babcock has officially launched its new Submarine Availability Support Hub (SASH) in Bristol, reinforcing the UK’s defence capabilities and creating more than 100 new jobs.
Royal Navy’s Commando Merlin helicopters achieve Full Operating Capability following major upgrade
The Royal Navy’s Commando Merlin helicopters have achieved full operating capability (FOC) following a major upgrade that enhances their ability to operate from naval vessels worldwide.
Royal Navy enhances mine hunting with L3Harris Iver4 Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
L3Harris Technologies has delivered three Iver4 580 Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to the Royal Navy as part of Project Wilton.
BAE Systems secures GBP 285m contract for Royal Navy modernisation programme
BAE Systems has been awarded a £285 million contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to modernise the Royal Navy’s Shared Infrastructure, Combat Management Systems (CMS), and warship networks.
Rolls-Royce Signs GBP 9 Billion Unity Contract with UK Ministry of Defence to Support Royal Navy submarines
British technology powerhouse Rolls-Royce has signed a landmark agreement with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), marking the largest contract in the company’s history.