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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 39m

Thales has announced the order of its 100th CAPTAS variable depth sonar system, marking what the company describes as a major milestone in its long-running role as a leader in anti-submarine warfare technology.
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Thales marks 100th CAPTAS sonar order

Thales has announced the order of its 100th CAPTAS variable depth sonar system, marking what the company describes as a major milestone in its long-running role as a leader in anti-submarine warfare technology.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1h

Devonport-based Type 23 frigate HMS Somerset has fired a Sting Ray torpedo off the coast of Scotland as part of ongoing anti-submarine warfare training.
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HMS Somerset fires torpedo off Scottish coast

Devonport-based Type 23 frigate HMS Somerset has fired a Sting Ray torpedo off the coast of Scotland as part of ongoing anti-submarine warfare training.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1h

India has agreed to purchase £350 million worth of UK-manufactured air defence missiles and launchers, securing hundreds of jobs in Northern Ireland.
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India to buy £350m UK-made missiles in major defence deal

India has agreed to purchase £350 million worth of UK-manufactured air defence missiles and launchers, securing hundreds of jobs in Northern Ireland.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 4h

That's correct, much of the output from the Department still uses that terminology.l, hence why we do.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 5h

Lockheed Martin has received a $12.5bn contract modification for the production and delivery of 148 F-35 fighter aircraft.
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Lockheed wins contract for 148 more F-35s

Lockheed Martin has received a $12.5bn contract modification for the production and delivery of 148 F-35 fighter aircraft.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 5h

The Pentagon’s accelerated plan to boost missile production marks a “foundational reset” in United States defence strategy, says Bloomberg Intelligence.
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Pentagon’s 2027 missile drive signals US strategy reset

The Pentagon’s accelerated plan to boost missile production marks a “foundational reset” in United States defence strategy, says Bloomberg Intelligence.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 19h

Obviously not, no.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 21h

Well, yeah, it's an opinion article?

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1d

British forces in the Falklands will conduct Exercise Cape Sword, practising urban patrols, maritime and land insertions, and blank-fire combat drills around Stanley and Wireless Ridge.
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British troops begin large-scale exercise in Falklands

British forces in the Falklands will conduct Exercise Cape Sword, practising urban patrols, maritime and land insertions, and blank-fire combat drills around Stanley and Wireless Ridge.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1d

Helsing has announced plans to acquire Blue Ocean, a UK- and Australia-based specialist in autonomous underwater vehicles, to strengthen its Maritime Defence Programme.
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Helsing to acquire Blue Ocean for AI underwater systems

Helsing has announced plans to acquire Blue Ocean, a UK- and Australia-based specialist in autonomous underwater vehicles, to strengthen its Maritime Defence Programme.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1d

The United Kingdom Carrier Strike Group has concluded Exercise Konkan alongside the Indian Navy with a ceremonial sail past led by HMS Prince of Wales and the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.
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British and Indian aircraft carriers join forces

The United Kingdom Carrier Strike Group has concluded Exercise Konkan alongside the Indian Navy with a ceremonial sail past led by HMS Prince of Wales and the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 1d

Intruders have cut through a wire fence at the barracks in Larkhill, stealing what officials described as a “large quantity” of fuel from a civilian contractor on site, according to LBC.
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Police investigate breach at Larkhill Army base

Intruders have cut through a wire fence at the barracks in Larkhill, stealing what officials described as a “large quantity” of fuel from a civilian contractor on site, according to LBC.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 2d

Late Monday night, Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets were again deployed to conduct air defence patrols over eastern Poland.
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British fighters again scramble overnight to defend Poland

Late Monday night, Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets were again deployed to conduct air defence patrols over eastern Poland.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 2d

You're right the article doesn't say "drone," but the term fits. "Drone" can refer to any uncrewed or autonomous system, not just aircraft. The AMPV project is an autonomous ground vehicle, so describing it as a "prototype drone" is accurate shorthand.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 2d

Business figures Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey discussed defence, cyber threats, and Scotland’s role in the UK’s defence economy during this week’s Go Radio Business Show.
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Sir Tom Hunter questions SNP defence stance on business show

Business figures Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey discussed defence, cyber threats, and Scotland’s role in the UK’s defence economy during this week’s Go Radio Business Show.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

BAE Systems has announced a new partnership with Forterra to develop an autonomous version of the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV).
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BAE Systems partners with Forterra on AMPV prototype drone

BAE Systems has announced a new partnership with Forterra to develop an autonomous version of the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV).

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

Each major organisation within the MoD has now appointed a Responsible AI Senior Officer (RAISO) to oversee compliance with AI ethical principles.
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MOD publishes report on responsible military AI

Each major organisation within the MoD has now appointed a Responsible AI Senior Officer (RAISO) to oversee compliance with AI ethical principles.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

Britain will develop systems capable of identifying and characterising lasers from space or ground-based sources that could be used to track, dazzle, or disrupt satellites.
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UK to defend critical satellites from laser threats

Britain will develop systems capable of identifying and characterising lasers from space or ground-based sources that could be used to track, dazzle, or disrupt satellites.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

Argentina’s Milei has revived the Falklands claim at the UN. With London distracted and his economy in crisis, he’s gambling on weakness.
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Milei turns to Falklands as Argentina’s troubles mount

Argentina’s Milei has revived the Falklands claim at the UN. With London distracted and his economy in crisis, he’s gambling on weakness.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

The missile can now be deployed on front-line duties with Wildcat helicopters, enhancing the Fleet Air Arm’s striking power.
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Royal Navy declares Sea Venom missile ready for use

The missile can now be deployed on front-line duties with Wildcat helicopters, enhancing the Fleet Air Arm’s striking power.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 3d

In a recent debate in the Scottish Parliament, former Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard has once again made incorrect claims about American control over the Trident missile system.
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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 4d

MBDA has signed a production contract with Italy’s National Directorate of Naval Armaments to build the TESEO MK2/E anti-ship missile for the Italian Navy, according to the company.
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MBDA wins production contract for TESEO MK2/E missile

MBDA has signed a production contract with Italy’s National Directorate of Naval Armaments to build the TESEO MK2/E anti-ship missile for the Italian Navy, according to the company.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 4d

Ukraine's Navy directed the opposing force during Exercise Dynamic Messenger 2025 in Portugal, bringing frontline experience of unmanned systems and maritime combat to NATO training.
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Ukraine directs forces ‘against’ NATO warships off Portugal

Ukraine's Navy directed the opposing force during Exercise Dynamic Messenger 2025 in Portugal, bringing frontline experience of unmanned systems and maritime combat to NATO training.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 4d

The U.S. Navy has relieved Commander Adam Ochs of his command of the USS Santa Barbara after a “loss of confidence” in his ability to lead.
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American warship captain fired

The U.S. Navy has relieved Commander Adam Ochs of his command of the USS Santa Barbara after a “loss of confidence” in his ability to lead.

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UK Defence Journal @ukdefencejournal.org.uk · 4d

BAE Systems has announced the successful launch of two spacecraft designed to support NASA.
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BAE-built spacecraft launch on NASA missions

BAE Systems has announced the successful launch of two spacecraft designed to support NASA.

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