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WEBThe myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe. Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England. Independent website publishing British and international defence news and analysis.
Sea - UK Defence Journal
WEBUK seeks commercial aerial surveillance for maritime security. Sea September 21, 2024. The UK is seeking a commercial aerial surveillance service to replace current arrangements with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and Marine Scotland to fill gaps in shore-based sensor coverage.
News - UK Defence Journal
WEBJuly 22, 2024. The Ministry of Defence has announced a substantial £6.5 billion investment to enhance the rapid delivery of advanced complex weapons, such as the Storm Shadow, Brimstone, and Meteor missiles, to the Armed Forces. Read more.
Meet Britain’s stealthy hunter-killer submarines - UK Defence Journal
WEBNov 9, 2020 · Astute class submarines are the UK’s largest and most powerful attack submarines and can strike at targets up to 1,000km from the coast with pin-point accuracy. Astute submarines are the first nuclear submarines to be designed entirely in a three-dimensional, computer-aided environment. Design and construction of …
British Army accepts transfer of first Archer - UK Defence Journal
WEBSep 15, 2023 · The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) will transfer a total of 14 ARCHER 6x6s to the British Army. The MoD selected the BAE Systems Bofors ARCHER 155mm self-propelled artillery system as an interim solution to replace the UK’s AS90 howitzers gifted to Ukraine. Earlier this month, BAE Systems took the UK ARCHER vehicles through a ...
RAF Fylingdales – 60 Years guarding skies & space - UK Defence …
WEBSep 26, 2023 · Opening its doors in 1963, RAF Fylingdales has been the guardian of UK’s skies and beyond, taking on the critical role of the UK’s primary military space sensor. This base is the first line of defence against ballistic missile threats, ensuring the impossibility of a surprise missile assault on the nation. Additionally, it plays a pivotal ...
What is the status of each Type 45 Destroyer? - UK Defence Journal
WEBJul 20, 2021 · Fitting CAMM onto the Type 45s will give the destroyers a 50% increase in the number of its air defence missiles. Installation will be via 24 additional launcher cells, and the Sea Viper C2 will get a technology upgrade, giving it a major increase in processing power. The existing 48 Sylver cells on the Type 45 will now be solely for the longer ...
Type 45 Destroyers to receive £500m ‘firepower upgrade’
WEBJul 6, 2021 · Fitting CAMM onto the Type 45s will give the destroyers a 50% increase in the number of its air defence missiles. Installation will be via 24 additional launcher cells, and the Sea Viper C2 will get a technology upgrade, giving it a major increase in processing power. The existing 48 Sylver cells on the Type 45 will now be solely for the longer ...
A guide to the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers - UK Defence …
WEBOct 19, 2020 · The project to build HMS Queen Elizabeth and sister ship HMS Prince of Wales cost more than £6 billion. The aircraft carrier weighs 70,600 tonnes and has a top speed of 25 knots (this however has been exceeded comfortably). Its flight deck is 280 metres long and 70 metres wide – enough space for three football pitches.
Type 26 Frigate: A Guide - UK Defence Journal
WEBAug 1, 2017 · Type 26 Frigate: A Guide. By. George Allison. -. August 1, 2017. 5. The Type 26 frigate represents the future backbone of the Royal Navy and a massive leap forward in terms of flexibility of surface vessels enjoyed by the service. The City class will replace 8 of the 13 Type 23 frigates of the Royal Navy and export orders are being sought after ...