UK and France launch joint programme to develop next-generation air-to-air missile to succeed Meteor
The United Kingdom and France have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to begin a joint study into a successor to the Meteor air-to-air missile.
Saab wins £24 million UK contract for Giraffe 1X radars to boost air defence and counter-drone capability
Saab UK has received an order from the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence for its Giraffe 1X compact radar systems, with a total value of approximately £24 million.
RAF Regiment gunners Surpass five-target air defence benchmark in Middle East counter drone operations
The Royal Air Force said its Regiment personnel have reached a historic milestone in Middle East operations by defeating five or more aerial threats within a single operational period.
UK receives 48th F-35B Lightning II fighter, completing first procurement batch amid ongoing capability challenges
The UK Ministry of Defence announced on March 27 that it had received its 48th Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II aircraft.
UK announces £100 million air defence package for Ukraine to strengthen protection of cities and critical infrastructure
The package is intended to be deployed rapidly to strengthen Ukraine’s defensive capabilities. It is designed to enhance protection […]
UK authorises military to interdict sanctioned Russian shadow fleet vessels in waters to enforce maritime sanctions regime
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has authorised the UK military to board sanctioned Russian “shadow fleet” vessels transiting through UK waters.
UK and Türkiye advance Typhoon deal with training and support agreement backed by industry and RAF cooperation
The United Kingdom and Türkiye have signed a multi-billion-pound agreement to provide training and support for Turkish Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft.
U.S. approves expanded $1 billion AUKUS support package to the United Kingdom for next-generation submarines
The United States has approved a potential $1 billion expansion of support for the United Kingdom under the AUKUS security partnership, aimed at advancing next-generation nuclear-powered submarines.
Airbus to acquire Ultra Cyber Ltd in the United Kingdom to strengthen sovereign cybersecurity capabilities across Europe
Airbus has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ultra Cyber Ltd from Cobham Ultra, a portfolio company of Advent, the company said.
Royal Navy deploys HMS Anson nuclear-powered submarine armed with Tomahawk missiles to Arabian Sea, Daily Mail reports
The United Kingdom has deployed its nuclear-powered submarine HMS Anson to the Arabian Sea, according to a report by the Daily Mail citing military sources.
UK Government mobilises defence industry to support Gulf allies as Iranian attacks intensify across the region
The United Kingdom has stepped up efforts to support Gulf partners facing Iranian attacks by convening defence industry leaders to explore rapid assistance measures.
BAE Systems rapidly develops BATS counter-drone system to protect military bases and critical infrastructure
UK engineers are developing a new system designed to counter hostile drones, as defence company BAE Systems accelerates work to address the growing threat posed to civilian and military infrastructure.