British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to convene with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin to fortify defense ties between their nations. A key highlight of their discussions will be the unveiling of a collaborative effort to develop the Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm Wheeled Artillery System (RCH 155), to be integrated onto Boxer vehicles. This […] The post UK to buy German-made new artillery system first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The United Kingdom has included Paveway IV laser-guided bombs in its latest military aid package to Ukraine, marking the first instance of such assistance. Military commentator Jonathan Beal revealed this on its X account, indicating that these bombs were part of the recently announced aid package totaling a record £500 million (approximately $617 million). However, […] The post Ukraine to get laser-guided bombs from UK first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The United Kingdom announced plans to send Typhoon fighter jets to Poland to defend its airspace, as confirmed by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Sunak emphasized the strong bond between Poland and the UK, stressing that in the face of the war in Ukraine, this […] The post UK to deploy Typhoon fighter jets to Poland first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) has rolled out Europe’s most advanced tank, the latest Challenger 3 prototype. As noted by the company, Challenger 3 will be the most lethal and survivable tank ever operated by the British Army. Equipped with cutting-edge armor and formidable firepower, the Challenger 3 represents a significant leap in technological prowess, […] The post Britain unveils its next-gen main battle tank first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Digital Concepts Engineering (DCE) has unveiled its latest innovation, the X3 Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV), as an evolution from its previous model, the X2. As noted by the company, representing years of rigorous testing in real-world scenarios, the X3 showcases the versatility of DCE’s X Series with its reconfigurable top deck, designed to meet the […] The post DCE launches next-gen X3 robotic vehicle first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Pearson Engineering, a renowned provider of military engineering solutions, has been selected by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to supply equipment aimed at neutralizing the pervasive threat of mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Ukraine. As noted by the company, as Ukraine grapples with the grim reality of being the most heavily mined […] The post Ukraine to get more mine clearing systems from UK first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The Royal Air Force announced on Friday that ten Ukrainian pilots have successfully completed their Elementary Flying Training, marking a significant milestone in their journey toward advanced fast jet training and conversion to F-16 aircraft in collaboration with partner nations. The Royal Air Force said in a release that the graduation ceremony, held to commemorate […] The post Ukrainian pilots graduate elementary flying training in UK first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The UK Defense Secretary, Grant Shapps, has committed to a deal to acquire 14 new CH-47 heavy-lift helicopters in Extended-Range configuration. This decision follows negotiations between the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the US Government, facilitated by the MoD’s procurement arm, Defence Equipment & Support. In a statement released on 14th March, the MoD […] The post UK to buy 14 extended-range Chinook helicopters first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

British-made MQM-185B drone, based on the Banshee Jet 80+, was found near a Russian position in the occupied Luhansk region in the East of Ukraine. Russian sources claim it was a suicide drone downed by their air defense systems, although no signs of missile or anti-aircraft fire damage are evident in the published footage. The […] The post British-made Banshee drone found near Russian position first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The UK Ministry of Defense announced that 500 support trucks will be delivered to the British Army to support operational activity, following a rapid procurement process of just 7 months. Under a £282 million ($304 million) contract, Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles will deliver these multipurpose trucks designed to transport essential logistics such as ammunition, food, […] The post Rheinmetall to supply British Army 500 military trucks first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more