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.
UK and Germany advance deep precision strike missile programme aimed at strengthening long-range deterrence capabilities
The United Kingdom and Germany have taken further steps to advance the joint development of a Deep Precision Strike missile system capable of travelling more than 2,000 kilometres.
UK awards £53 million contract for RCH 155 self-propelled artillery systems, strengthening British Army capability and defence industry
The United Kingdom has awarded a £53 million contract for the production of advanced artillery weapon systems for the British Army’s Remote Controlled Howitzer (RCH) 155 programme.
Kraken Technology Group to deliver 20 uncrewed surface vessels for Royal Navy under Project Beehive programme
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Kraken Technology Group a £12.3 million contract to support the Royal Navy’s transition towards a hybrid fleet combining crewed and uncrewed platforms.