The Omission of Aluminium is Indefensible When the UK is Trying to Build its Defence Industry – By Nadine Bloxsome, CEO, ALFED The UK Government’s recent announcement to prioritise domestic suppliers across steel, shipbuilding, AI and energy infrastructure for national security procurement is both welcome and necessary. It signals a clear ...
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 ...
Previous Next
RELATED ARTICLES
April 29, 2026
Homeland - Woolwich Barracks Upgrade Spotlights £9bn Defence Housing Supply Chain
More than 120 service family homes at Woolwich Barracks in south London are being upgraded under the £9 billion Defence
April 28, 2026
Maritime - How Open-Architecture Construction is Redefining the Future of Submarine Fleets
Naval communication systems are traditionally built around closed, proprietary architectures. However, growing demands for interoperability, technology insertion and through-life affordability
