The UK government has announced an urgent allocation of an additional £100 million to bolster Ukraine’s air defence capabilities, marking a significant escalation in military assistance. This latest commitment brings the total value of air defence support provided by the UK over the past two months to £600 million. The ...
Another DPRTE Expo has drawn to a close – and by every measure, DPRTE 2026 has been the most significant yet. From standing-room keynote sessions to a buzzing exhibition floor and knowledge zones alive with focused discussion, this year’s event captured something of the moment we are in: a defence ...
UK and Ireland Sign Refreshed Defence MoU to Enhance Joint Procurement and Maritime Security The UK Ministry of Defence and the Irish Department of Defence have formally signed an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening bilateral defence cooperation in response to evolving regional security challenges. Signed by the Secretary ...
The Ministry of Defence has announced the commencement of the first new-build service family housing project in nearly a decade, marking a significant strategic shift in the management and modernisation of the UK’s defence estate. Enabling works are currently underway for 265 new-build military family properties at RAF Brize Norton ...
June 16, 2026
Homeland - Yorkshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster Launches
Four Yorkshire mayors have united to launch the Yorkshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster (YRDSC), a new member-led body designed
June 16, 2026
Land - Finnish Armoured Vehicle Output to Scale Rapidly as Valmet Automotive Expands Patria Partnership
Finnish contract manufacturer Valmet Automotive has signed a new multi-year agreement with Patria to significantly scale production of the Patria
