UK launches ‘STORM’ to defend country from missiles
2024年7月5日 · Hence why I said the answer is REINFORCEMENT of the RN, not just reforming the Home Fleet with the assets we have. If this were done with the most obvious option (increasing orders of existing ship classes), then a nice benefit would be that we could also deploy those ships elsewhere when the missile threat to the UK is judged low, which is basically always.
Fitness of British Armed Forces gradually improves - UK Defence …
2024年10月29日 · Hypothetically let’s say it’s a combination of things that’s making the army fitter main one being the SCR and RFT are virtually impossible to fail, but for those that are failing them are the same individuals that are always failing them and due to the constant pressure to keep those stats green for readiness and lack of personnel to select from …
UK outlines three ‘tiers’ of military drones - UK Defence Journal
2024年2月24日 · The Defence Committee of the House of Commons recently discussed the complex aspects of the UK’s approach towards unmanned aerial systems. Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton outlined the classification of drone technologies into three tiers, underscoring the prioritisation of Tier 1 drones for their cost-effectiveness and expendable nature.
HMS Bulwark operational future still uncertain under new Gov
2024年10月22日 · The operational future of HMS Bulwark remains uncertain as the new government continues the previous administration’s approach of keeping the amphibious assault ship in extended readiness, only to be deployed “if required.”
UK government outlines status of domestic steel in defence
2024年10月16日 · Pollard’s response is gibberish. If he wants a UK strategic steel industry then the Government needs to give priority to UK produced steel. Given that steel produced overseas is subsidised by foreign Governments (deliberately to retain their own industry and to dominate the world market) it is impossible for a UK steel industry to compete on contracts.
Royal Navy Wildcats to ‘unleash full potential’ in 2024
2024年1月8日 · According to a recent press release from the Royal Navy, its fleet of Wildcat maritime attack helicopters is poised to reach its “true potential” in 2024.. Enhanced with new weaponry and technology, these helicopters are set to transform significantly after nearly a decade in frontline service.
UK welcomes huge investments from German defence companies
2024年10月23日 · Yes a little depressing that Germany is charging to in to save (re establish more like) uk capabilities we stupidly allowed to decline and fall but it s what it is and you are right this is the sort of investment that is beneficial to Britain, adds jobs and capabilities and at least gives uk companies like SFM to gain business supporting them.
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UK accelerates hypersonic missile development with £1bn plan
2024年8月14日 · Certainly the Zircon and Kinzhal appear only faster versions of older Xoviet designs and relatively dumb and have to slow down below Hypersonic speeds in the terminal phase where they can be taken out similarly to other missiles that are supersonic so far from a wonder weapon just serial upgrades to long pre existing weapons.
NATO flexes airpower over UK during exercise Cobra Warrior
2024年10月14日 · Six NATO Allies showcased their air capabilities in the United Kingdom as part of Exercise Cobra Warrior. This Royal Air Force-led training event lasted from 16 September to 5 October 2024.