Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
A new exchange and overhaul programme for Boeing 747 leading edge flap drive units is the first solution to be delivered under Ontic’s new CargoCare service.
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Spaceport Cornwall and Dawn Aerospace are exploring plans to bring reusable spaceplane operations to Newquay, with ambitions for twice-daily flights to the edge of space.
Navantia UK secures new export contract, creating 60 jobs at Methil
Navantia UK secures new export contract, creating 60 jobs at Methil
The number of workers at Navantia UK’s Methil yard is set to increase following the award of a second new vessel export contract and an expanding future workload.
Aerospace
Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
A new exchange and overhaul programme for Boeing 747 leading edge flap drive units is the first solution to be delivered under Ontic’s new CargoCare service.
Defence
Andy Lord appointed Interim Chair of NAD Group Advisory Board
Andy Lord appointed Interim Chair of NAD Group Advisory Board
Having served as a Non-Executive Director and Board member for Defence Equipment & Support from 2018, Andy Lord has now been appointed Interim Chair of the National Armaments Director (NAD) Group Advisory Board by Luke Pollard, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry.
Security
Police officers risk accidental AI misconduct, watchdog warns
Police officers risk accidental AI misconduct, watchdog warns
The Independent Office for Police Conduct has warned that officers and staff risk misconduct investigations for inappropriate AI use.
Space
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
A military conflict in space could emerge within the next five years as countries…
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From trials to frontline capability: Accelerating AI adoption in UK defence
From trials to frontline capability: Accelerating AI adoption in UK defence
Jack Maxton, CEO of DIGI2AL, argues that faster experimentation, closer industry collaboration and a shift in mindset can help the MOD turn AI ambitions into operational advantage.
UK defence is moving faster. Can its legal frameworks keep pace?
UK defence is moving faster. Can its legal frameworks keep pace?
As UK defence procurement accelerates, legal experts at Crowell & Moring explore how businesses can seize opportunities while managing legal risk.
Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
Ontic’s CargoCare set to support 747 freight flights
A new exchange and overhaul programme for Boeing 747 leading edge flap drive units is the first solution to be delivered under Ontic’s new CargoCare service.
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Spaceport Cornwall and Dawn Aerospace are exploring plans to bring reusable spaceplane operations to Newquay, with ambitions for twice-daily flights to the edge of space.
UK aviation to improve support for disabled air passengers
UK aviation to improve support for disabled air passengers
As the Civil Aviation Bill advances, disabled air passengers are set to benefit from stronger protections, including improved accessibility, wheelchair safeguards and specialist staff training.
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Newquay could host twice-daily space flights under new plan
Spaceport Cornwall and Dawn Aerospace are exploring plans to bring reusable spaceplane operations to Newquay, with ambitions for twice-daily flights to the edge of space.
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
A military conflict in space could emerge within the next five years as countries…
Viasat orders ALL.SPACE Hydra MAX Terminals for Ka-band networks
Viasat orders ALL.SPACE Hydra MAX Terminals for Ka-band networks
Viasat has placed an order for multiple ALL.SPACE Hydra MAX terminals approved to operate on Viasat’s global NextGen Ka-band network, providing resilient SATCOM connectivity for defence and government users.
Navantia UK secures new export contract, creating 60 jobs at Methil
Navantia UK secures new export contract, creating 60 jobs at Methil
The number of workers at Navantia UK’s Methil yard is set to increase following the award of a second new vessel export contract and an expanding future workload.
Andy Lord appointed Interim Chair of NAD Group Advisory Board
Andy Lord appointed Interim Chair of NAD Group Advisory Board
Having served as a Non-Executive Director and Board member for Defence Equipment & Support from 2018, Andy Lord has now been appointed Interim Chair of the National Armaments Director (NAD) Group Advisory Board by Luke Pollard, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry.
Plans confirmed for Scottish Defence Technical Excellence Colleges
Plans confirmed for Scottish Defence Technical Excellence Colleges
Scottish Government Innovation Minister Alyn Smith has confirmed Holyrood ministers will “partner with the UK Government” to grow skills in the defence sector with the creation of two Defence Technical Excellence Colleges (DTECs) – one in the East and one in the West of Scotland – as part of a wider £50 million deal.
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
Space war could emerge within five years as satellite threats grow, expert warns
A military conflict in space could emerge within the next five years as countries…
UK targets faster defence procurement as Streeting calls for industrial overhaul
UK targets faster defence procurement as Streeting calls for industrial overhaul
UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has called for an overhaul of military procurement, setting targets to reduce contract timelines and speed up the delivery of new technologies.
The Reading Agency launches largest-ever UK prison book-gifting programme
The Reading Agency launches largest-ever UK prison book-gifting programme
An initiative from The Reading Agency, championed by Prison Reading Laureate Lee Child, will see almost a half million Quick Reads reach prisons across the UK, with a collection shaped by people in prison and prison staff.
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