Tag: UK Defence
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UK Navy Tests 4ft Robotic Boats to Track Russian Submarines
Overview: A New Tool in the Anti-Submarine Toolkit The UK’s Ministry of Defence is exploring a fleet of small, autonomous boats designed to patrol coastal waters and hunt submarine activity. The subject at the center of early trials is the Oshen C-Star, a compact, 4-foot-long unmanned surface vehicle (USV) weighing about 50 kilograms. In its…
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MoD evaluates UK sites for potential explosives and ammunition production
Overview The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been conducting a nationwide review of potential sites for the production of explosives and ammunition. Citing security and safety considerations, defence officials say the assessment focuses on repurposing or temporarily using disused industrial facilities rather than expanding current military manufacturing. The initiative comes amid broader efforts to safeguard…
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MoD Weighs UK Sites for Potential Explosives and Ammunition Production
Context and Scope Britain’s Ministry of Defence has been surveying the country for suitable locations to support the production of explosives and ammunition. While such activity touches on sensitive national security concerns, officials stress that any exploration is a matter of planning and risk assessment, focused on ensuring safe, accountable processes rather than rapid development.…
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UK Troops Treated for Hearing Issues During Final Ajax Armoured Vehicle Tests
Overview: Ajax testing and the deafness concerns The British Army has faced renewed scrutiny over the Ajax armoured vehicle campaign after reports that soldiers were treated for hearing problems during the final testing phase this summer. The Ajax program, intended to deliver a modern, high-end combat vehicle, has been delayed for years amid concerns about…