Babcock has today formally cut steel on HMS Formidable, the third ship of five Inspiration class frigates being built for the Royal Navy at its Rosyth facility in Scotland, marking the official start of the ship’s build programme.

Oxford-based low power 3D X-Ray imaging specialist Adaptix has been named the most exciting emerging technology at the Aerospace Technology and Innovation (ATI) awards.

Newcastle Airport is celebrating after being recognised as Overall Winner and Best in the World, at the Routes World 2024 event held in Bahrain this week.

The GKN Aerospace led ASCEND programme has been recognised by the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) with the Team Award for Successful Collaboration and Partnership, honouring its groundbreaking progress in composite technology and supply chain development.

As Routes World 2024 drew to a close in Bahrain yesterday, it was announced that Routes World is heading to Hong Kong from 24th-26th September in 2025.

Ten employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a special ceremony in Cardiff.

ADS is returning once again to the Advanced Engineering show at the NEC Birmingham on 30th - 31st October, delivering a two-day Meet the Buyer event.

The DSEI Team will be at AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition (taking place 14th – 16th October 2024, Washington DC) to highlight development of DSEI 2025, including its theme 'Preparing the Future Force'.

Space professionals will be descending on Manchester in July 2025 for the UK Space Conference.

Defence Ministers from AUKUS partners have met in the UK - the first time outside the US - and commenced negotiations on UK-Australia treaty to define defence relationship for decades.

Nova Systems has signed a Teaming Agreement with WholeShip to provide Ship Aircraft Integration and Digital Test and Evaluation support at the National Drone Hub.

NATS picked up two industry awards last week in recognition of its work with suppliers and customers around the world.

TEKEVER has unveiled groundbreaking drone technologies at the REPMUS 2024 military exercise, marking the first time an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) of its type has deployed sonobuoys.

One of Europe’s largest Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) in its field, will be showcasing its latest innovations for hot and cold forming of metals and composites within the aerospace industry at nect month's Advanced Engineering Exhibition (30th-31st October) at the NEC, Birmingham.

Specialist defence manufacturing firm, NMS UK, announced at this week's DVD event, UTAC Millbrook, that Tachbrook Park, Leamington Spa in Warwickshire is to be the home of its new production facility, with plans to create up to 150 skilled jobs over the next three years.

Sellafield Ltd’s Engineering Centre of Excellence in Cleator Moor won the STEM Ambassador of the Year at the Engineering and Manufacturing Awards 2024.

A ground-breaking event has taken place at Trenchard Lines to mark the start of construction on new Single Living Accommodation (SLA) blocks, which is being delivered by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) for the army’s SLA Programme, creating thousands of new bedspaces for service personnel.

A Spitfire cockpit simulator, designed and developed by engineers from the University of Nottingham, has been officially unveiled at The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery in Stoke-on-Trent.

Shining a spotlight on the key challenges facing UK manufacturers and the ways in which automation can address them, FANUC UK’s annual Open House returns this autumn.

Made Smarter is calling for aerospace manufacturers to open their factories to the schools, colleges and the local community for National Manufacturing Day on Thursday 26th September 2024.

Rheinmetall Electronics UK has launched the Augmented Combat Environment Augmented Reality (ACE-AR) headset at DVD 2024 being held at UTAC Millbrook.

The most lethal tank ever operated by British Armed Forces – the new Challenger 3 – has been put on display at the British Army’s Defence Vehicle Dynamics (DVD) event in Millbrook (18th-19th September).

NP Aerospace has today announced the award of a £71 million wheeled vehicle support contract by UK MoD's Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), called the Conventional Vehicle Systems Spares and Post Design Services (CVSSP) contract.

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.

Production facility and additive manufacturing (AM) innovation hub, Digital Manufacturing Centre (DMC), is working in partnership with NP Aerospace to deliver advanced metal engineering solutions, as part of the UK MoD’s Project TAMPA.

Babcock has today welcomed The Right Honourable Maria Eagle MP, Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry to open both its upgraded submarine facility in Devonport and its inaugural Babcock Engineering & Nuclear Skills building at City College Plymouth.

Over the four days of the International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO 2024, Targi Kielce, Poland, held last week (3rd-6th September), a record-breaking 28,000 visitors attended, whilst another 12,000 participated in the the Armed Forces Exhibition Open Day on Saturday 7th September.

G3 Systems Limited has been awarded a contract to deliver six more Mobile Roller Brake Testing (MRBT) systems for Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Next week, HMG Paints - the UK’s largest independent paint manufacturer - have coatings covered at DVD 2024 at UTAC Millbrook (18th-19th September).

A major construction milestone has been marked at the new Catterick Integrated Care Campus with the completion of the building's steel frame.

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.