Richard Thomas
Editor-in-Chief (Defence and Transport) at GlobalData
Editor-in-Chief (Defence and Transport) at Naval Technology
Editor-in-Chief (Defence and Transport) at Global Defence Technology
Editor-in-Chief (Defence and Transport) at Army Technology
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1 week ago |
naval-technology.com | Richard Thomas
HMS Venturer, the first of five Type 31 frigates being constructed by Babcock for the Royal Navy, has rolled out of the purpose-built Venturer Building in Rosyth, a significant step in the delivery of the vessel into service. Manufacturer Babcock and future operator, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), released simultaneous statements on 27 May hours after the roll-out of HMS Venturer had been completed to mark the milestone.
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1 week ago |
army-technology.com | Richard Thomas
The Italian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has published a contract notice to industry for solutions for the procurement of a new reconnaissance vehicle for the Italian Army, with the acquisition potentially reaching hundreds of vehicles.
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2 weeks ago |
naval-technology.com | Richard Thomas
The first-in-class of the UK Royal Navy’s Type 26 frigates has officially been named, with HMS Glasgow hitting the symbolic milestone in a traditional naval sense at a ceremony at the BAE Systems Scotstoun shipyard. When complete, the 6,900 tonnes and 149m-long Type 26 frigates will be the backbone of the Royal Navy’s surface presence, designed to deal with missions across the full spectrum of its operations.
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2 weeks ago |
naval-technology.com | Richard Thomas
The UK is considering the use of MQ-9 drones to fulfil the Royal Navy’s carrier-borne airborne early warning (AEW) capability once the existing Crowsnest system retires from service, due to occur in 2029. Currently fitted the Royal Navy Merlin Mk2 helicopters, the Crowsnest system comprises an updated version of a Thales Searchwater radar and Cerberus mission system, which are deployed as role fit kits.
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2 weeks ago |
naval-technology.com | Richard Thomas
RTX-owned Raytheon and German industrial partner RAM-Systems has delivered the 250th RAM MK49 guided missile launching system (GMLS), which will be fitted to the under-construction US Navy San Antonio-class amphibious transport ship, USS Pittsburgh. The RAM programme, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, is a bilateral partnership between the US and Germany with Raytheon serving as a prime contractor.
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The first of the Royal Navy's Type 31 frigates has rolled out of the Rosyth build hall ahead of float-off. https://t.co/wgeayNtxB5
Italy is looking to acquire a new mobile reconnaissance vehicle, amid reports Ukraine has received a number of its in-service Puma 4x4 and 6x6 platforms. https://t.co/1qqz1Njts8
Future prospect of MQ-9s operating from UK Queen Elizabeth carriers? https://t.co/arQIzFtnfp