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The UK Defence Journal is dedicated to providing impartial and complete coverage of defence matters in the United Kingdom and around the world. Our aim is to become an internationally renowned and trusted defence media source. Our staff is composed of defence professionals, cyber security students, military personnel, industry specialists as well as everyday military and defence enthusiasts. We be

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HMS Somerset, a Type 23 Frigate, has launched a practice Sting Ray torpedo as part of training.
10/09/2024

HMS Somerset, a Type 23 Frigate, has launched a practice Sting Ray torpedo as part of training.

Even with F-16 jets, Argentina is no longer a credible military force.
10/09/2024

Even with F-16 jets, Argentina is no longer a credible military force.

With this acquisition, Egypt becomes the 23rd nation to join the global Super Hercules operating community.
09/09/2024

With this acquisition, Egypt becomes the 23rd nation to join the global Super Hercules operating community.

Boeing announced the CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopter as a potential solution for Poland’s airlift needs during the M...
09/09/2024

Boeing announced the CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopter as a potential solution for Poland’s airlift needs during the MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition on 5 September 2024.

Baroness Chapman clarified that the suspension does not equate to a full arms embargo on Israel.
09/09/2024

Baroness Chapman clarified that the suspension does not equate to a full arms embargo on Israel.

BAE Systems has acquired UK-based company Kirintec, known for its expertise in cyber and electromagnetic activities, to ...
09/09/2024

BAE Systems has acquired UK-based company Kirintec, known for its expertise in cyber and electromagnetic activities, to strengthen its electronic warfare and force protection capabilities.

The AWACS aircraft controlled Swedish fighter jets in airspace shared with civilian traffic, requiring careful coordinat...
09/09/2024

The AWACS aircraft controlled Swedish fighter jets in airspace shared with civilian traffic, requiring careful coordination.

QinetiQ US has been awarded a contract to provide hardware and software for the 'Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System'...
09/09/2024

QinetiQ US has been awarded a contract to provide hardware and software for the 'Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System' and 'Advanced Arresting Gear' on the U.S. Navy's future USS Doris Miller.

Work is now underway fitting out HMS Cardiff as she joins sister Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow in drydock at the BAE Syste...
09/09/2024

Work is now underway fitting out HMS Cardiff as she joins sister Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow in drydock at the BAE Systems Maritime yard in Scotstoun, Glasgow.

Geoană made history as the first Romanian to hold the position of NATO Deputy Secretary General and the first from a cou...
09/09/2024

Geoană made history as the first Romanian to hold the position of NATO Deputy Secretary General and the first from a country that joined NATO after the Cold War.

As interest in UAV technology continues to grow, the Lakehurst facility aims to establish itself as a long-term testing ...
09/09/2024

As interest in UAV technology continues to grow, the Lakehurst facility aims to establish itself as a long-term testing hub.

In a historic moment for NATO’s eastern flank, a Dutch officer has assumed command of the NATO Multinational Battlegroup...
09/09/2024

In a historic moment for NATO’s eastern flank, a Dutch officer has assumed command of the NATO Multinational Battlegroup in Lithuania for the first time.

In a first for US military aviation, two F-35 Lightning jets from the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath in the UK land...
09/09/2024

In a first for US military aviation, two F-35 Lightning jets from the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath in the UK landed on an adapted Finnish highway.

By simulating a hypothetical threat to Iceland's national security, the exercise tested NATO’s readiness to respond to a...
09/09/2024

By simulating a hypothetical threat to Iceland's national security, the exercise tested NATO’s readiness to respond to any crisis in the GIUK Gap.

The militaries of the West find themselves at a crossroads, much as they did when the first tanks and aircraft went to w...
09/09/2024

The militaries of the West find themselves at a crossroads, much as they did when the first tanks and aircraft went to war seriously for the first time.

To date, over 50,000 Javelin missiles have been manufactured and there's no end in sight.
08/09/2024

To date, over 50,000 Javelin missiles have been manufactured and there's no end in sight.

BAE Systems in the U.S. has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy to modernise the USS Halsey, an Arleigh Burke-class...
08/09/2024

BAE Systems in the U.S. has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy to modernise the USS Halsey, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer.

Originally slated for an earlier deployment, full operating capability was pushed back to 2026 due to ongoing challenges...
08/09/2024

Originally slated for an earlier deployment, full operating capability was pushed back to 2026 due to ongoing challenges.

"I firmly believe that Ukraine should use every tool at its disposal to reclaim its territory", argues Lt. Col. Stuart C...
08/09/2024

"I firmly believe that Ukraine should use every tool at its disposal to reclaim its territory", argues Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford.

Even with F-16 jets, Argentina is no longer a credible military force.
08/09/2024

Even with F-16 jets, Argentina is no longer a credible military force.

Even with F-16 jets, Argentina is longer a credible military force.

Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract wit...
08/09/2024

Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract with MBDA.

Currently around half of the Royal Navy's es**rt vessels, Type 45 Destroyers and Type 23 Frigates, are active or immedia...
08/09/2024

Currently around half of the Royal Navy's es**rt vessels, Type 45 Destroyers and Type 23 Frigates, are active or immediately deployable, representing a significant rise in availability compared to previous months.

HMS Somerset, armed with new Naval Strike Missiles, has arrived at Faslane in Scotland.
08/09/2024

HMS Somerset, armed with new Naval Strike Missiles, has arrived at Faslane in Scotland.

HMS Bulwark, one of the Royal Navy’s two amphibious assault ships, has spent a significant amount of time out of active ...
08/09/2024

HMS Bulwark, one of the Royal Navy’s two amphibious assault ships, has spent a significant amount of time out of active service, accumulating over 2,730 days in port.

HMS Somserset, a Type 23 Frigate, has shown off her new anti-ship missiles whilst conducting 'Replenishment At Sea' acti...
07/09/2024

HMS Somserset, a Type 23 Frigate, has shown off her new anti-ship missiles whilst conducting 'Replenishment At Sea' activities with RFA Tidesurge.

During their 48-hour stay on the Wasp, the British sailors had the chance to witness the operational capabilities of the...
07/09/2024

During their 48-hour stay on the Wasp, the British sailors had the chance to witness the operational capabilities of the Harrier jets, an aircraft that the UK previously operated from its own carriers.

In case you missed it previously, the United Kingdom intends to regenerate the ability to build gun barrels used by tank...
07/09/2024

In case you missed it previously, the United Kingdom intends to regenerate the ability to build gun barrels used by tanks and artillery.

After a 20 year gap, the United Kingdom intends to regenerate the ability to build gun barrels of the type used by tanks and artillery.

The International Ayr Show 2024 has wrapped up in spectacular fashion, giving everyone who attended an unforgettable wee...
07/09/2024

The International Ayr Show 2024 has wrapped up in spectacular fashion, giving everyone who attended an unforgettable weekend—and we had a front-row seat!

The gun fitted on HMS Glasgow gun can fire shells over 30kg up to three times the speed of sound at a range of over 37km...
07/09/2024

The gun fitted on HMS Glasgow gun can fire shells over 30kg up to three times the speed of sound at a range of over 37km.

Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract wit...
07/09/2024

Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract with MBDA.

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HMS Cardiff is about to enter the water!

HMS Cardiff loaded onto a barge in Glasgow
HMS Cardiff loaded onto a barge in Glasgow

Have you ever wanted to see a large frigate on a huge barge? No? Watch the video anyway.

The Type 26 Frigate is a good looking ship.

What a great 'drone' video...

🚨 New frigate to be launched in Scotland next month - Exclusive drone footage shows HMS Cardiff, the second of eight Type 26 Frigates, ahead of being launched next month.

Onboard a Ukrainian warship
Onboard a Ukrainian warship

🚢 We went onboard the Ukrainian warship Chernihiv ahead of Exercise Sea Breeze 2024! Discover the crew's incredible spirit and unwavering optimism for a post-war Black Sea in an article by George Allison later this week! #NATO #seabreeze #ukraine

NATO warships arrive in Glasgow
NATO warships arrive in Glasgow

In our latest first look for our subscribers, you can see German Elbe-class ship Donau, Estonian minehunter Ugandi, and French minehunter Céphée just after arrival in Glasgow! These NATO vessels are here for Exercise Sea Breeze, relocated from the Black Sea due to ongoing conflict. #NATO #SeaBreeze2024

NATO warships arrive in Glasgow
NATO warships arrive in Glasgow

In our latest first look for our subscribers, you can see German Elbe-class ship Donau, Estonian minehunter Ugandi, and French minehunter Céphée just after arrival in Glasgow! These NATO vessels are here for Exercise Sea Breeze, relocated from the Black Sea due to ongoing conflict. #NATO #SeaBreeze2024

NATO warships arrive in Glasgow
NATO warships arrive in Glasgow

In our latest first look for our subscribers, you can see German Elbe-class ship Donau, Estonian minehunter Ugandi, and French minehunter Céphée just after arrival in Glasgow! These NATO vessels are here for Exercise Sea Breeze, relocated from the Black Sea due to ongoing conflict. #NATO #SeaBreeze2024

NATO warships arrive in Glasgow
NATO warships arrive in Glasgow

In our latest first look for our subscribers, you can see German Elbe-class ship Donau, Estonian minehunter Ugandi, and French minehunter Céphée just after arrival in Glasgow! These NATO vessels are here for Exercise Sea Breeze, relocated from the Black Sea due to ongoing conflict. #NATO #SeaBreeze2024

LIVE: Military aircraft over the UK
LIVE: Military aircraft over the UK

Track UK military aircraft as they fly over the UK.

LIVE: Military aircraft activity above Europe
LIVE: Military aircraft activity above Europe

A live stream showing all visible military aircraft above Europe.

The new frigate factory
The new frigate factory

This video was years in the making, showing the building of the new shipbuilding hall, or frigate factory, at BAE Systems on the Cldye up until last month.

The new frigate factory
The new frigate factory

This video was years in the making, showing the building of the new shipbuilding hall, or frigate factory, at BAE Systems on the Cldye up until last month.

Here are some frigates being built on the Clyde, enjoy.

Would independence end UK naval shipbuilding in Scotland? The UK Government believes so. Our editor asked Defence Secretary Grant Shapps MP today under the shadow of the new Type 26 Frigate HMS Cardiff at the BAE Systems shipyard in Glasgow; here's what he had to say.

Here's a timelapse showing the progress of BAE Systems new 'frigate factory' at the Govan shipyard on the Clyde from February last year to this month

Previously, the UK Defence Journal was given exclusive access to a Merlin MK4 by 845 Naval Air Squadron. Here's the video report, enjoy!

Exclusive footage filmed by a member of our team shows what it's like inside a Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank as the vehicle's L30A1 120-millimetre (4.7 in) rifled tank gun is fired; enjoy.

A number of F-35 Lightning stealth fighters have embarked on HMS Prince of Wales as the carrier prepares to join NATO allies on its biggest exercise in decades. #SteadfastDefender2024

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