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Digital Data Bridge: UK ‘Solves’ Interoperability With Latest Software

The UK believes it has finally solved a long-standing challenge in military operations: interoperability between systems.

Royal Navy Pursues Jet-Powered Carrier-Launched Drone to Fly Alongside F-35

The UK Ministry of Defence has sought industry input on a short-takeoff-and-landing Autonomous Collaborative Platform designed for operations from the Royal Navy’s Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers.

Tiberius Aerospace Secures UK Deal for 150 Km Artillery Munition

The UK Ministry of Defence has contracted Tiberius Aerospace to develop its liquid-fuelled, 155mm ramjet precision-guided artillery munition.

GM Defense, BAE, and NP Aerospace Collab for British Army Light Mobility Vehicle Bid

GM Defense, BAE Systems, and NP Aerospace have formed “Team LionStrike” to compete for the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) program.

UK Eyes Homegrown Tactical Ballistic Missile to Match ATACMS, PrSM

The UK Ministry of Defence has invited industry feedback on a sovereign ground-launched tactical ballistic missile, dubbed Nightfall.

UK to Convert Aging Warrior IFVs to Unmanned Mine-Breaching Vehicles

The UK Ministry of Defence aims to repurpose surplus Warrior infantry fighting vehicles into optionally crewed, remotely controlled mine-clearance platforms.

UK Buys Six Land Ceptor Missile Launchers to Reinforce Air Defense

The UK Ministry of Defence has announced a 118-million-pound ($160-million) contract with MBDA for the purchase of six Land Ceptor air defense missile launchers.

UK to Launch First-Ever Military Esports League in 2026

The UK Ministry of Defence has collaborated with the British Esports Federation to facilitate London’s first defense-focused esports tournament.

UK ‘Spy Balloons’ Fly as Constellation for First Time, Break Into Stratosphere

The UK Ministry of Defence has successfully flown a group of uncrewed surveillance balloons into the stratosphere.

British Soldiers at Risk of Brain Damage From Weapon Use

The UK Ministry of Defence has revealed that thousands of British soldiers are potentially suffering from brain damage due to their own weapon systems.

British Defense Project Targets Space-Based Weather Monitoring

The UK has invested $6.9 million to reinforce its space-based weather monitoring capability for national defense.

Fighter Jets, Refueling Aircraft, Frigate: UK Assets in Mideast

The UK is deploying extra fighter jets and other assets to the Middle East amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

UK to Restore ‘War-Fighting Readiness’ With New Defense Review

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday he will "restore Britain's war-fighting readiness" as his government warned of "growing" Russian aggression ahead of a major defense strategy review.

UK to Invest $1.3B in New Offensive Cyber Unit, AI-Driven Targeting Network

The UK is committing more than $1.3 billion to establish a new offensive cyber unit and develop an AI-enabled targeting network.

UK Military Conducts ‘Largest Ever’ Artificial Intelligence Trial

The UK military has completed its largest artificial intelligence experiment to date, testing how advanced algorithms could enhance battlefield operations across land, sea, and air.

Airbus Delivers First H145 Helicopter for British Military Ops in Brunei, Cyprus

The UK Ministry of Defence has received the first of six H145 helicopters that will support British troops deployed in Brunei and Cyprus.

UK Completes New Armed Forces Equipment Warehouse in England

The UK Ministry of Defence has announced the completion of a military storage hub in North West England.

UK Rolls Out ‘Super Heavy-Lift’ Drone for Rapid Cargo Delivery, Resupply

The UK is stepping up its military logistics with a new “super heavy-lift” drone that delivers up to 250 kilograms of cargo in minutes.

BAE Announces Breakthrough in Explosives Manufacturing Tech

BAE Systems has reported a breakthrough in explosives manufacturing technology that will enhance production of energetics and propellants.

Rocket Lab Lands Multibillion-Dollar Deals to Boost US, UK Hypersonic Programs

Rocket Lab has secured multibillion-dollar contracts with both the US and UK to support the development of critical hypersonic capabilities.

Roke Wins $333 Million UK Missile Defense Research Contract

Roke has been awarded a framework contract by the UK to lead a wide range of research activities supporting the country’s missile defense.

UK Seeks Airborne Early Warning Solutions for Aircraft Carriers

The UK Ministry of Defence is exploring potential future airborne early warning solutions to operate from the Royal Navy’s Queen Elizabeth aircraft carriers.

UK Introduces Remote-Controlled Mine-Clearing Machine

The British Army has introduced the “Weevil,” a remote-controlled robotic system to clear mines and explosives more efficiently.

Babcock to Help Ukraine 3D Print Military Equipment on Demand

Babcock has clinched a proof-of-concept contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to enable the Ukrainian Armed Forces to 3D print military equipment.