The UK Ministry of Defence has reached a pivotal juncture in its logistics transformation strategy with the award of a £113 million contract to the Digital Allies consortium, comprising PA Consulting and Accenture. This contract, focused on Defence Logistics Information Services (DLIS), represents the third and final major procurement within the ...
Babcock International Group has reached two significant production milestones in the Royal Navy’s Type 31 Inspiration Class frigate programme, underscoring the industrial momentum at its Rosyth facility. On 24 February 2026, the company celebrated the ceremonial steel cut for HMS Bulldog, the fourth of five planned vessels, alongside the official ...
UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) has launched Phase 3 (Cycle 7) of Innovation Support to Operations – looking for tech that can be developed fast and scaled at pace. This competition is seeking cost competitive, innovative solutions across seven new challenge areas. Proposals are expected to request up to £350,000 (excluding VAT). ...
The deployment of Robin Radar Systems’ IRIS drone-detection technology for the FIFA World Cup 2026 underscores the escalating demand for rapidly deployable, military-grade counter-UAS (C-UAS) solutions within domestic security and critical infrastructure frameworks. Announced on 23 February 2026, the Netherlands-based company confirmed that its IRIS radar systems will be utilised ...
April 9, 2026
Homeland - BFBS Launches Second Season of UK Armed Forces Esports League
The British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) has officially announced the launch of the BFBS Pro League Season Two, marking a
April 9, 2026
Homeland - UK Government Appoints First Independent Armed Forces Commissioner
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has formally established the UK’s first Armed Forces Commissioner, appointing former Air Commodore Polly Miller-Perkins
