Missiles
The UK is woefully unprepared for missile attacks, with the country lacking fixed systems to intercept incoming missiles. A security and defence expert, Professor Anthony Glees, has urged the UK government to create a guide for citizens on how to prepare for potential war scenarios, including cyber and drone attacks,
Missiles
The Ukrainian security service, SBU, has charged in absentia a former defense engineer, Oleh Borsuk, with treason for allegedly helping Russia target Ukrainian cities by developing navigation systems for cruise and ballistic missiles. Borsuk, a 61-year-old Ukrainian national, fled to Russia in 2009 after resigning from a defense plant in
Defence spending
The world is becoming increasingly dangerous and divided, with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its allies, including Canada, stepping up their commitment to defence spending. By 2035, all member nations will aim to spend five per cent of their annual GDP on defence, with Canada investing 3.5
Missiles
Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a $250 million contract from Japan's Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MELCO) for ESSM Block 2 licensed production. This contract is the latest milestone in the longstanding partnership between Raytheon and MELCO, which spans over 50 years. The partnership allows Japan to enhance
Missiles
As the world grapples with the escalating tensions in the Middle East, the spotlight is on air defence systems and their capabilities to counter advanced aerial threats. India's Operation Sindoor recently showcased its air defence capabilities, but the country lacks a system to counter fifth-generation stealth jets. The
Missiles
On June 23, 2025, Israel experienced a significant military escalation when Iran launched successive waves of missiles and drones toward various Israeli areas, prompting a comprehensive alert within the home front. The air raid sirens sounded in large parts of southern Israel, with the longest activation since the start of
Exports
NatWest Group has announced a multi-million pound funding package to support NP Aerospace, a Coventry-based defence manufacturing business, in its bid to grow its global export business. The funding facility, which includes a Trade Finance Facility backed by UK Export Finance and capital investment facilities from Lombard, will enable NP
Chairpersons
Stephen Griessel, a seasoned executive with over 40 years of leadership experience in defense, aerospace, and investment, has been appointed to XTI Aerospace's Corporate Advisory Board. Griessel's addition follows growing recognition of VTOL aircraft as a national strategic priority. As Group CEO of Paramount Group Ltd,
Exports
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth announced the central government's goal of achieving Rs 3 lakh crore in defence sector exports by 2029, marking a significant shift in India's international trade profile. With a strong focus on defence manufacturing under the 'Make in India&
Chairpersons
The Defence Industrial Joint Council (DIJC) has held its inaugural meeting, co-chaired by Defence Secretary John Healey and Dr. Charles Woodburn, Chief Executive Officer at BAE Systems. The DIJC aims to improve warfighting readiness, drive innovation, and boost British jobs through a new partnership between the defence industry and the
Defence industries
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles has cautioned that Canberra cannot rely solely on the US to counter China's growing military strength in the Indo-Pacific, as the Trump administration presses its regional allies to increase their defence spending. Marles underscored that China's massive conventional military build-up, which
Defence industries
Ukrainian long-range drones, operated by the Security Service (SBU), launched a surprise attack on two key Russian defense industry plants in the Moscow region, causing significant disruptions and igniting fires. The strikes targeted the Bazalt plant, the primary manufacturer of munitions and weaponry for Russia's military, and the
