The UK is seeking low-cost systems to counter uncrewed threats at sea as part of an effort to complement existing missile defences under Project METIS.

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More than 300 Russian shadow fleet vessel movements have been recorded in and around UK waters in the first three months of 2026.

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HII has outlined plans to expand its manufacturing approach for unmanned surface vessels, including a new assembly facility in Louisiana.

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The UK DragonFire laser weapon programme remains in its demonstration and evaluation phase, with further trials underway to support installation on a Royal Navy destroyer from 2027.

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The Ministry of Defence has awarded nine contracts worth GBP 283.5 million to five companies to maintain and support around 3,000 boats used by the UK Armed Forces and MOD Police.

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The US President has mocked the armed forces of a close ally once again, describing Britain’s aircraft carriers as toys. This isn’t satire.

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The Royal Navy must reinvest in developing leaders who can debate, challenge assumptions and think critically if it is to remain effective in combat, a new study has warned, according to research by the University of Exeter.

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Allied naval forces have conducted high-intensity maritime operations in the Arctic as part of Cold Response 2026, a major NATO exercise designed to test readiness in one of the most demanding operational environments.

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HMS Cardiff, the Royal Navy’s second Type 26 frigate, has passed another construction milestone with the installation of its anchor chains, according to BAE Systems.

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Thales has launched a new expeditionary mine countermeasures system designed to allow naval forces to conduct full missions from a wide range of platforms.

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