UK Commits £115 Million and Full Force Package to Strait of Hormuz Mission
The UK has announced its full military contribution to the multinational mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, with Defence Secretary John Healey MP confirming a £115 million investment in autonomous mine-hunting and counter-drone systems alongside the deployment of Typhoon jets, HMS Dragon and specialist mine-clearance teams. The announcement, made at a virtual summit of […]
Babcock Posts Strong Underlying Growth
Babcock International Group has reported a year of strong underlying financial performance for FY26, with revenue up 10% to £5.27 billion and underlying operating profit – excluding a significant one-off charge – rising 19% to £433 million. The headline figures, however, are dominated by a £140 million charge on the troubled Type 31 frigate programme, […]
MoD Overhauls Single Source Contract Rules to Tie Supplier Profit to Delivery Performance
The Ministry of Defence has announced the most significant reform to Single Source Contract Regulations (SSCRs) in years, introducing a direct link between supplier profit rates and on-time, on-budget delivery – in a move that will reshape the commercial dynamics of defence contracting for businesses across the sector. The changes, announced by Minister for Defence […]
End of an era
After 70 Years, the British Army’s Land Rover Era Draws to a Close – and the Race for Its Replacement Begins The British Army has begun the phased retirement of its Land Rover fleet, bringing to an end one of the most enduring partnerships in British military history – and opening one of the more […]
British Army to Receive 72 Remote-Controlled Howitzers in £1 Billion Artillery Modernisation
The British Army is to be equipped with 72 Remote Controlled Howitzers (RCH 155) under a nearly £1 billion contract – the most significant British artillery procurement in a generation, and a direct response to the capability gap created when the UK donated its AS90 systems to Ukraine in 2023. The contract, awarded by the […]
Fountain Lake Jetty – Main works contract
Project Need • Fountain Lake Jetty (FLJ) was constructed circa 1950/60 for the Royal Navy’s escort and supporting vessel fleet. • It provides key tidal berths at the perimeter of the designated Fleet Time Maintenance Hub. • Now at the end of its life, FLJ
Medium Range Precision Strike – RFI 2 – Early Engagement
This Request for Information (RFI) forms part of the Medium Range Precision Strike (MRPS) Preliminary Market Engagement. Its aim is to give potential suppliers the opportunity to comment on the proposed requirement and the various strategies which will in
Complex Geometry Body Armour
The Awarding Authority wishes to understand market current technology readiness levels regarding Complex Geometry Body Armour specific body armour solutions, including but not limited to; hard armour plates, soft armour filler, and tactical vests/carriers
Apprenticeship Outward Bound Training Services – 715861481
Delivery of a range of Outward-Bound training activities for the awarding authority Naval Base Commander (Devonport) apprentices supporting both land and water-based activities including the delivery of an industry recognised Leadership training programme