Rolls-Royce and ZF have been commissioned to develop a hybrid drive system for the future European Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a joint initiative between Germany and France to replace the Leopard 2 and Leclerc main battle tanks.

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SNP defence spokesperson Dave Doogan has criticised continued delays to the UK Government’s Defence Investment Plan, warning of uncertainty for industry and a lack of coordination within government.

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Labour MP Graeme Downie has called for a coordinated Western strategy in the Arctic to reduce dependence on Chinese critical minerals, warning that the region is becoming central to future economic and security competition.

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Terrorism-related arrests in the UK rose slightly in 2025, with 255 arrests recorded across the year and a record number of individuals held in custody for such offences, Counter Terrorism Policing said.

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A 33-year-old American man from Leeds has been charged with eleven terrorism offences following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East, the organisation stated.

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The head of Counter Terrorism Policing London’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit has shared details of his career handling explosive threats in a new podcast episode, offering insight into both military and domestic operations.

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BAE Systems Hägglunds has begun working with Knightec Group Brazil on military vehicle component manufacturing as part of a pilot programme to transfer technology and expand engineering capability.

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Babcock has secured a five-year contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to manage and service its white fleet of non-combat vehicles, including cars, vans and trucks.

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MARSS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence for a national C4I programme valued at over USD 190 million, the company stated.

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Applications to join the Army Reserve have reached their highest level in five years, but concerns remain over the number of candidates progressing into trained personnel.

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