The Royal Navy will equip four of its warships with the DragonFire directed energy weapon by 2027, following an announcement from the UK government on a new round of defense funding. According to the Spring Statement delivered today in Parliament, the government has committed an additional £2.2 billion ($2.8 billion) to modernize key capabilities, including […] The post UK Navy to equip warships with laser guns first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Babcock International has secured a five-year contract extension valued at approximately £1.0 billion ($1.3 billion) with the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD). The extension of the Defence Support Group (DSG) Service Provision and Transformation Contract (SPTC) was announced today and is part of the UK’s broader Defence Industrial Strategy. The company will continue to support […] The post UK awards Babcock $1.3 billion Army support deal first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The British Army has fielded its latest autonomous ground system, the Mission Master Uncrewed Ground Vehicle (UGV), during a large-scale multinational combat drill in the United States, marking a step forward in the integration of robotics and artificial intelligence into frontline operations. According to a statement from the British Army, the Mission Master UGV is […] The post British Army fields stealth robot in US combat drill first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the nuclear-armed HMS Vanguard as it returned from a 200-day patrol, marking the first time a UK leader has stepped aboard such a vessel in over a decade. The visit underscores the continued role of the UK’s nuclear deterrent in national security and highlights the endurance and dedication of […] The post UK PM boards HMS Vanguard submarine following 200-day mission first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The Royal Marines have confirmed the selection of the SIG SAUER MCX rifle as part of an ongoing effort to modernize their elite UK Commando Force. The MCX will be issued in both 300BLK and 5.56 NATO configurations and will feature the ROMEO-8T optic and JULIET magnifier from SIG SAUER. According to a press release, […] The post UK Commandos to receive MCX rifles first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

ACUA Ocean has officially named its latest uncrewed surface vessel, USV PIONEER, marking a major milestone in the company’s efforts to advance maritime technology and autonomous operations. The naming ceremony, held on March 4, 2025, brought together industry leaders, stakeholders, and partners, highlighting years of innovation and collaboration. The event was led by ACUA Ocean […] The post ACUA Ocean unveils new PIONEER naval drone first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The UK government has signed an agreement with Anduril UK to supply Altius-600M and Altius-700M drones to Ukraine. The deal, valued at nearly £30 million ($39 million), is backed by the UK-administered International Fund for Ukraine (IFU) and aims to enhance Ukraine’s ability to counter Russian aggression. According to a press release from the UK […] The post UK secures Anduril drone deal for Ukraine first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The UK Ministry of Defence has announced a new military aid package that will provide Ukraine with more than 5,000 air defense missiles, reinforcing the country’s ability to protect its infrastructure and civilian population from aerial attacks. According to the statement, the agreement will result in a threefold increase in the production of Lightweight Multirole […] The post UK to supply Ukraine with 5,000 air defense missiles first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The United Kingdom has officially introduced the Gravehawk air defense system, a newly developed surface-to-air missile system specifically designed to enhance Ukraine’s capabilities against aerial threats. The system was unveiled by UK defense officials, with its first images published by Forces News. Developed in just 18 months at a cost of £6 million, Gravehawk is […] The post UK unveils Gravehawk air defense system for Ukraine first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Rolls-Royce has announced the signing of the largest contract in its history with the UK Ministry of Defense (MoD), securing an eight-year, £9 billion ($ 11,16 billion) agreement to support the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet. Known as the Unity contract, the deal encompasses all aspects of research, design, manufacturing, and in-service support of nuclear […] The post Rolls-Royce secures $11B submarine contract first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more