The future of Britain’s defence manufacturing capabilities hangs in the balance as BAE Systems’ historic Warton facility in Lancashire faces uncertainty over its Typhoon fighter jet programme. The factory, which
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British services exports are projected to reach a historic milestone of £500 billion in 2025, marking a remarkable doubling of foreign business over the past decade. The surge is primarily
Leading US defence technology companies Palantir and Anduril are orchestrating a significant shift in the military-industrial landscape by forming a powerful consortium aimed at securing government contracts. The alliance, set
Two of America’s leading defence technology companies, Palantir and Anduril, are orchestrating a groundbreaking consortium with prominent tech organisations to compete for lucrative US government contracts, challenging the long-standing dominance
The European Union has embarked on an ambitious €10 billion space initiative, unveiling plans for a constellation of 290 satellites designed to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink network. This strategic move
European NATO members are engaged in discussions about a significant increase in defence spending, potentially raising the alliance’s target from 2 to 3 percent of GDP. The talks, which began
European Union nations are deep in discussions regarding a proposed €500 billion joint defence fund, marking a significant shift in the continent’s military financing strategy. The ambitious plan, which would
The Gulf state of Qatar has announced plans to acquire 12 more Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft from Britain, addressing concerns about potential workforce gaps in UK assembly operations. This commitment emerged
The United Kingdom’s cyber defence capabilities are struggling to keep pace with escalating threats, as artificial intelligence and widely accessible technologies fuel an unprecedented surge in attacks, according to alarming
British defence giant BAE Systems witnessed a staggering £2 billion market value erosion as investors reacted to concerns over Elon Musk’s proposed government efficiency programme, which could potentially impact US
The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has initiated a significant investigation into defence company Thales regarding allegations of bribery and corruption. The probe, announced on Thursday, marks a collaborative effort between
The United Kingdom’s defence sector is set to undergo significant restructuring as Defence Secretary John Healey announces plans to retire ageing military assets, targeting £500 million in savings over the
Swedish authorities have launched an investigation into a Chinese-registered vessel’s movements coinciding with the severance of two critical undersea data cables in the Baltic Sea, marking the latest in a
The British government has issued a decisive order forcing a Chinese technology company to divest its majority stake in a UK-based semiconductor manufacturer. This landmark decision follows revelations that the
In a significant blow to British aerospace innovation, Reaction Engines has entered administration following unsuccessful attempts to secure vital funding, marking the end of its ambitious vision to revolutionise air
A significant supply chain crisis has struck Skydio, the largest drone manufacturer in the United States and a crucial supplier to Ukraine’s military forces, following Beijing’s implementation of extensive sanctions.
