British Army declares Initial Operating Capability for Ajax armoured vehicle fleet
The Ajax armoured fighting vehicle has reached Initial Operating Capability (IOC), confirming it is ready to deploy a squadron on operations.
UK F-35 fighter programme faces cost overruns, delays and capability shortfalls, audit office says
The UK’s F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter programme is facing significant challenges, including rising costs, delivery delays, and limited operational capability.
UK and Ukraine sign defence technology agreement to boost drone production
Under the deal, frontline data from Ukraine will be channelled directly into UK production lines, enabling British firms to rapidly design and manufacture advanced military equipment.
Drone maker Tekever to invest £400 million in defence, creating over 1,000 UK jobs
Tekever, a leading European technology company specialising in AI-powered unmanned autonomous systems (UAS), has announced a major £400 million investment in the UK defence sector over the next five years.
Roke awarded GBP 251 million contract to lead UK missile defence research programme
Roke, a subsidiary of Chemring Group PLC, has secured a major contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to lead a long-term missile defence programme.
OHB launches new UK subsidiary in Bristol, strengthening Europe’s space sector
Bristol has been selected as the home of a new UK subsidiary of German space and technology group OHB SE, marking a major step in the company’s European expansion.
Serco secures GBP 35 million contract to support U.S. Space Force satellite control network
Serco has secured a GBP 35 million subcontract to continue its operational support of the US Space Force (USSF) Satellite Control Network at the Telemetry and Command Station (TCS).
Airbus awarded Oberon satellites contract by UK Ministry of Defence
Airbus has been awarded the UK MOD Oberon contract to design and build two Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites with day-and-night, all-weather, space-based ISR capability.
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.
UK Government invests GBP 20m million in Orbex to boost domestic space launch capabilities
The UK Government has made its first-ever direct investment in British orbital launch capability, committing £20 million to spaceflight company Orbex.
Instro, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems UK, secures contract for additional night vision goggles
Instro, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems UK, has received an additional order for night vision technology from the British Armed Forces.