From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow


From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow
This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place. Here’s how Farnborough has become a global marketplace for aerospace and defence… and what’s next.
UK flights disrupted after NATS flight processing system failure


UK flights disrupted after NATS flight processing system failure
Departures from airports across the UK have been restricted after a technical problem struck the system used by NATS to process flights.
UK military to practise mobilising 95,000 veterans for war


UK military to practise mobilising 95,000 veterans for war
The UK will test how quickly it can recall and equip former military personnel as the MoD prepares its 95,000-strong Strategic Reserve for a potential major conflict.
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From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow


From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow
This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place. Here’s how Farnborough has become a global marketplace for aerospace and defence… and what’s next.
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MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens


MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens
In an initiative that supports the UK’s commitment to reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank by bolstering Polish air defences, a new facility built with British expertise has been opened in Poland.
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Metropolitan Police Force expands its fleet of crime-fighting e-bikes


Metropolitan Police Force expands its fleet of crime-fighting e-bikes
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Space
SaxaVord secures £60m funding to expand its launch capability


SaxaVord secures £60m funding to expand its launch capability
Operating the only licensed vertical launch spaceport in the UK, SaxaVord is looking to advance its launch capability with fresh funding from the UK Government and private investors.

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From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow


From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow
This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place. Here’s how Farnborough has become a global marketplace for aerospace and defence… and what’s next.
UK flights disrupted after NATS flight processing system failure


UK flights disrupted after NATS flight processing system failure
Departures from airports across the UK have been restricted after a technical problem struck the system used by NATS to process flights.
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From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow


From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow
This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place. Here’s how Farnborough has become a global marketplace for aerospace and defence… and what’s next.
SaxaVord secures £60m funding to expand its launch capability


SaxaVord secures £60m funding to expand its launch capability
Operating the only licensed vertical launch spaceport in the UK, SaxaVord is looking to advance its launch capability with fresh funding from the UK Government and private investors.
UK unveils £7.8bn space strategy as threats in orbit grow


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From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow


From 66 aircraft to £62.9 billion: The extraordinary evolution of Farnborough International Airshow
This week, Farnborough International Airshow celebrates 78 years since the first airshow took place. Here’s how Farnborough has become a global marketplace for aerospace and defence… and what’s next.
UK military to practise mobilising 95,000 veterans for war


UK military to practise mobilising 95,000 veterans for war
The UK will test how quickly it can recall and equip former military personnel as the MoD prepares its 95,000-strong Strategic Reserve for a potential major conflict.
MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens


MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens
In an initiative that supports the UK’s commitment to reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank by bolstering Polish air defences, a new facility built with British expertise has been opened in Poland.
MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens


MBDA opens Poland missile facility as UK defence partnership deepens
In an initiative that supports the UK’s commitment to reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank by bolstering Polish air defences, a new facility built with British expertise has been opened in Poland.
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UK firms exposed by simulated attacks on satellites, subsea cables and financial infrastructure


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