Leading space experts from around the world gathered at the Royal Institution today to discuss the future of microgravity research and human presence in low Earth orbit.

The UK will supply 650 Lightweight Multirole Missile (LMM) systems to Ukraine to boost the country’s air defence capabilities, through a £162 million contract as part of the new UK Government’s commitment to Ukraine.

Mike Kane MP, UK Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Security, spoke about the potential for a modernised airspace system to ease delays and support decarbonisation, at easyJet’s Net Zero technology showcase held at Cranfield University yesterday.

Radio frequency (RF) technology specialists, SPX Communication Technologies, has today launched Evenlode Lite, an entry-level video downlink system designed for regions new to airborne surveillance or those looking to enhance Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.

Today marks the opening of the 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO - 3rd to 6th September in Targi Kielce - where the focus is on innovation and advanced military equipment, whilst marking Poland's 25 years in NATO.

The Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has revealed some of the aerospace sector’s biggest names will be speaking at its annual conference, being held at the Brooklands Museum on Thursday 12th September (9am to 3pm).

RTX's Raytheon division has successfully demonstrated the long-range target detection of its SeaVue Multi-role Radar (SVMR) on General Atomics' MQ-9B SeaGuardian UAS at the US Navy's Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), the world's largest international maritime exercise.

Reading headquartered ALL.SPACE announced that its terminals have been certified by SES, a global content and connectivity satellite operator enabling the company to continue delivering ubiquitous connectivity across space, land, air and sea for the defence sector.

Apprentices from MoD Abbey Wood are celebrating after being named as winners of this year’s annual Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) Tom Nevard Memorial Competition.

Babcock International Group is showcasing its new Babcock Immersive Training Experience (BITE) for the first time in Europe, at the 32nd MSPO taking place in Poland next month (3rd-7th September).

As the 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO fast approaches, 736 exhibitors and companies from 34 countries - including significant representations from the UK, Australia and the USA - are set to make next month's event a record breaker.

The British High Commission has welcomed the UK's Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team — the Red Arrows — to Canada for their Maple Hawk 2024 tour in Canada.

Next month, over 20 British companies will be showcasing a range of tried and tested and innovative defence solutions on the UK Pavilion within the 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO), taking place 3rd–6th September 2024 at the Targi Kielce exhibition centre in Poland.

At MSPO 2024, ST Engineering Antycip, in collaboration with its industry partners, will showcase a range of advanced multidomain solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of modern defence.

Space-focused communications firm, AstroAgency, has announced a strategic partnership with New Scientist Live, an annual science and space event hosted in London, aiming to showcase the benefits and opportunities offered by the UK’s fast-growing space industry.

Thales in the UK will be showcasing its capabilities around delivering a battle-winning advantage at DVD 2024, including its protected-mobility vehicles and advanced technology solutions.

UK based manufacturer of RF, microwave, waterproof and cryogenic connectors and cable assemblies, Intelliconnect (Europe), will be exhibiting 22nd – 27th September at the 27th edition of the European Microwave Week (EuMW 2024).

Malvern based D-RisQ was recently selected to be part of the inaugural Airbus Defence and Space UK Accelerator, part of the wider Community for Space Prosperity (CUSP).

A team of students from Ampleforth College in Yorkshire beat teams from Japan, the USA and France to add the title of International Youth Rocketry Champions to their status at the UK Champions.

Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 delivered its busiest event in recent decades, with a 33% increase on visitors, 57% increase on delegation attendance and more than $105 billion in commercial deals announced by industry.

Intelliconnect Europe received the prestigious SC21 Silver Performance Standard Award last week, for a remarkable sixth year running, at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Last week Cranfield University welcomed a delegation from Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and Prince Sultan University, led by His Excellency Abdulaziz Abdullah Al-duailej, President of GACA, wherein they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for ‘cooperation in the field of civil aviation’ between Cranfield ...

Hampshire based Barnbrook Systems has been building on business development stemming from its best ever Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) and stepping up its ‘Engineering the Future’ training programme.

Glasgow based Castle Precision Engineering has been awarded a contract by Rolls-Royce worth more than £85 million to manufacture and supply it with precision machined critical rotating aero engine parts.

Teledyne Space Imaging is collaborating with Starris Optimax Space Systems in Ontario, New York, to develop space cameras for the small satellites and lunar ecosystems.

LYNEports was selected as the winner of the Aerospace Xelerated (AX) Startup Pitch Competition hosted last week at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Revolutionary technology which uses ‘smart fabric’ to extinguish lithium-ion battery fires in personal electronic devices (PEDs) on aircraft has been unveiled at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Yesterday, Marshall hosted representatives from North Carolina’s Department of Commerce and economic development partnerships for a tour of its Cambridge headquarters, providing a glimpse of the capabilities, heritage and values it will soon be bringing to the state.

GKN Aerospace has today signed a new technology collaboration with German start-up VÆRIDION at Farnborough, focused on advancing aerostructures and electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) for VÆRIDION's all-electric microliner aircraft.

Net-zero technologies company, CATAGEN, has become the first to submit a sample of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to the recently established EU SAF Clearing House.

The Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) of Boeing, Airbus, Dassault, GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, RTX and Safran have called for government research programmes that advance scientific understanding of aviation non-CO2 effects such as contrails, nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur, aerosols and soot.

Senior representatives from Marshall, GKN Aerospace and Parker Meggitt gathered at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) today, where they met to discuss early progress and the initial milestones of the HyFIVE consortium.

The International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO, being held in Targi Kielce, Poland, 3rd to 6th September 2024, will mark Poland's 25 years in NATO.

A significant number of Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) have been ordered by the UK Government from Thales for the supply of the versatile, precision weapon to the British Armed Forces.

The UK, France and Germany have jointly announced Aero Excellence International at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), an initiative designed to improve supply chain resilience through a new and universal standard of operational excellence for the aerospace and defence community.

At the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) Libya’s Berniq Airways placed a firm order with Airbus for six A320neo Family aircraft.

Ten cutting-edge teams of innovators, engineers and scientists, that are developing new technologies to provide a permanent crewed base on the Moon with reliable water supplies, have been named finalists in the Aqualunar Challenge.

MBDA has demonstrated a new effector concept for its Sky Warden counter-uncrewed aerial systems (C-UAS) modular solution at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

Virgin Atlantic has placed a firm order for an additional seven A330neo aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024, to complete its fleet transformation.

More than 20 national space projects have been announced by DSIT Secretary of State Peter Kyle, on the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

In his opening ceremony speech at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 yesterday, Kevin Craven, ADS CEO and Chair, Farnborough International, stressed the importance of UK advanced manufacturing and partnership - between industry, government and international partners - in securing sustainability and future advantage.

MBDA is for the first time ever showcasing its new MANPADS (Man Portable Air Defence System) VSHORAD (Very Short Range Air Defence) solution at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), which is under development for the Italian Army and ready to be marketed to export customers.

The three nations of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) – UK, Italy and Japan – have unveiled a new concept model of their next generation combat aircraft at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA).

The UK will be able to deliver battle-winning complex weapons to the UK Armed Forces faster thanks to a £6.5 billion planned investment in UK industry by the MoD.

UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has today announced over £100 million of government-industry funding for advanced aerospace tech projects to support greener air travel, at the launch of the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow (FIA).

The European Space Agency (ESA) is highlighting progress on its upcoming projects at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) this week.

Smith Myers has announced the award of multiple multiyear delivery contracts for their ARTEMIS mobile phone detection, location and communication systems.

MBDA made rapid advances to its Orchestrike collaborative weapons artificial intelligence (AI) over the past 12 months and has announced the SPEAR family of weapons will be the first cruise missiles to feature AI-enhanced collaboration, while keeping a human operator in the loop.

Engineering, technology and consulting firm Expleo will be exhibiting at Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 from 22nd- 26th July, demonstrating innovative design and manufacturing solution for next-generation aircraft.

At next week's Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024), events - including one co-hosted by ADS and BAE Systems - will explore the links between Belgian aerospace & defence companies and UK industry.

Giant silhouettes of soldiers have been used to create a new public art installation in Wiltshire to inform and educate the public about the dangers of accessing military land.

ADS and Farnborough International are launching the UK Government Hub at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 (FIA2024) next week (22nd-26th July), providing a dedicated platform for 10 government departments and agencies to collaborate directly with UK businesses.

Boeing has tailored its presence at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024) taking place next week - 22nd-26th July - as the company focuses on strengthening safety and quality and meeting customer commitments, whilst also highlighting next gen tech and capabilities.

Strategic Command recently contributed to the enhancement of allied cyber defences through multinational Exercise Baltic Mule, held in Poland.

International aircraft components specialist Flitetec – based in the UK, with sites in France and North America – is officially unveiling its OEMRepair Hub at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024) later this month (22nd-26th July).

A National Crime Agency (NCA) officer has received the accolade of ‘reservist of the year’, at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards.

Strategic Command’s bursary programme to encourage talented young people into digital and cyber careers in Defence has kicked off for 100 students in Lancashire.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has underlined the UK’s cast iron commitment to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence to respond to growing threats, ahead of today's NATO summit, whilst confirming he will launch the Government’s Strategic Defence Review next week.

Leonardo has integrated V-Nova’s LCEVC solution - an implementation of the MPEG-5 LCEVC (Low Complexity Enhancement Video Coding) part-2 standard - into its AWHERO Rotorcraft Uncrewed Aerial System (RUAS), capable of a wide range of missions to include land, littoral and blue-water surveillance operations.

The new UK government must support the long-term future of aerospace innovation, according to the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC).

Inzpire’s Collective Training Business Unit has been awarded a new three-year contract to supply White Force services, in both live and synthetic environments, to the Air and Space Warfare Centre (ASWC) at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire.

From 22nd-26th July, ZeroAvia will be back at historic Farnborough embracing 120 years of aviation innovation and providing live presentations and fireside chats with high-profile sustainable aviation influencers live from its stand.

During Armed Forces Week later this month (24th – 29th June), Boeing will celebrate the entire British armed forces family, including the more than 200 veterans and active reserves as part of its UK team who work alongside their military counterparts within the broader defence community, from RAF Odiham to RAF Lossiemouth.

Maxon will present its range of DC motor drive systems for aerospace, space and drone industries at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 22nd-26th July.

Defence iQ has published a guide on how new or non-traditional innovators may develop their advanced technologies and get them into the hands of the modern warfighter.

The Aerospace Global Forum (AGF) - a platform which aims to champion change, drive immediate action and accelerate transition to a net-zero economy - is returning to Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024.

A police tactic designed to disrupt criminal activity and provide a reassuring presence for the public will be in place for this year’s The 152nd Open at Royal Troon in South Ayrshire.

The Royal Navy has successfully used its smallest warships as a launchpad for autonomous mine hunting operations for the first time.

Zygo is set to showcase its range of optical component solutions at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), taking place 22nd to 26th July.

The 1851 Trust, in partnership with the British Women’s and Youth Americas Cup team’s major partner UK engineering and technology companies Cobham and Ultra Electronics (Ultra), has launched a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) roadshow initiative.

The Great British Employers of Veterans programme has today unveiled its 2024 ranking of the Top 50 employers for the UK Armed Forces community.

NP Aerospace has appointed award winning engineer Seren White as Senior Project Engineer to support new armour developments.

Aerospace innovators will showcase cutting-edge technology to healthcare and government leaders in Llanbedr next month (11th July), as part of a project to ready the Welsh NHS for drone-based services.

Lincolnshire-based graduate trainee Holly Sauntson has been praised for her dedication to supporting the next generation of talent in defence.

Marshall has delivered the last of five C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), marking a key moment in the nation's long-term investment in sovereign airlift capacity.

Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems division is expanding its mtu engine programme for military land vehicles to include a hybrid powerpack for special tactical requirements and a 10-cylinder (over 1.100 kW power output) version of the mtu Series 199, which has proven successful with NATO forces.

Heathrow has partnered with global music community Sofar Sounds, renowned for launching the careers of Billie Eilish and Leon Bridges, to curate a line-up of talent to play on new Terminal 5 stage throughout summer 2024.

The 2024 World Airline Awards have been announced in a gala ceremony held yesterday at the Fairmont Windsor Park, close to London Heathrow Airport, with Qatar Airways voted World’s Best Airline.

ADS today celebrated the 2024 CQI International Outstanding Achievement Award for its SC21 Competitiveness Programme at the CQI Awards last night.

The Commonwealth of Australia has awarded BAE Systems Maritime Australia a contract to build the first three Hunter class frigates as the programme marks its transition into the formal construction phase, with steel being cut on the first ship.

MBDA has unveiled its Land Cruise Missile (LCM) system, a new ground-launched Deep Precision Strike capability, to meet the needs of the new strategic environment on the battlefield.

BAE Systems’ fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) prototype is being showcased at Eurosatory this week.

Babcock has taken the wraps off the new medium wheelbase variant of its military utility platform, the General Logistics Vehicle (GLV), at Eurosatory this week.

OpenWorks has launched Vision Pace at Eurosatory, its latest product developed specifically for optical tracking and fire-control targeting, which is optimised for dynamic small aerial targets and gunfire control.

Allen-Vanguard has partnered with Hyperion, to deliver a mixed reality Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) trainer for a Middle Eastern customer.

Following the initial concept launch in January 2024, Spectra Group, a specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems, is introducing their next generation tactical radio GENSS to European markets at Eurosatory, following the successful completion of pre-production trials.

BAE Systems is introducing its CV90MkIV variant with a new turret and showcasing its hyper-mobile all-terrain vehicle Beowulf, at Eurosatory next week (17th-21st June).

Sedgefield based radiation and biological detection company Kromek, will focus on the latest evolution of its D5 RIID at Eurosatory next week (17th-21st June), which can now be mounted onto any unattended UGV platform.

Telford based manufacturer of rugged technology for the defence and security sectors, Getac, will be presenting its latest technology innovations at Eurosatory 2024, from 17th to 21st June at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, France.

Their Majesties The King and The Queen officially opened ‘The Winston Churchill Centre for Education and Learning’ at the site of the British Normandy Memorial on 6th June 2024, the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2024 is hosting the biggest Barrie Wells Trust’s Box4Kids charity event as part of its Pioneers of Tomorrow day, on 26th July 2024.

Supacat will be showcasing the HMT Mk2 equipped with the Exsel Mast and Dedrone C-UAS technology, installed tactical computer software enabling battlefield communications by Leonardo DRS and integrated Remote Weapons Station (RWS) from Kongsberg, at Eurosatory in Paris (17th - 21st June).

On Wednesday 29th May 2024, Nick Ames, CEO of Supacat and Simon Jupp, Conservative Candidate for East Devon, welcomed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to the Supacat Head Office.

Western Europe’s first fully licenced vertical launch spaceport - the SaxaVord Spaceport at Unst in Shetland - was declared open today by the next generation of spaceflight workers.

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) turned the spotlight on over 40 security innovations at the DASA Security Showcase, focusing on solutions which ranged from cyber defence and drone systems to enhancing crowd safety using AI.

Collins Aerospace has today introduced its Helix main cabin seat for narrow body aircraft at the 2024 Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX).

Aerospace Xelerated (AX) has announced it will run a pitching competition for startups from anywhere in the world during this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), on 25th July.

Marshall today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Romanian manufacturer, Bluespace Technology at the Black Sea Defense & Aerospace International Exhibition (BSDA) taking place in Bucharest, Romania, for the design, development and integration of electromagnetic shielding and TEMPEST capabilities within containerised solutions.

Farnborough International has partnered with The Future Business to offer a series of career events across its portfolio to inspire the next generation of aerospace, defence and space pioneers.

Factory automation specialist FANUC UK will showcase a suite of next-generation automation solutions at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA2024), 22nd-26th July, which is aimed at enabling higher rate aircraft and aerospace manufacturing.

Forcys and SH Defence signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the integration of Forcys’ advanced solutions into SH Defence’s Cube Modular Mission Capability system, during the Combined Naval Event (CNE) in Farnborough.

Babcock has welcomed more than 300 local primary school pupils to its annual Festival of Engineering at Rosyth to help them explore the kinds of skills they will need for a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).