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New Mersey Ferry Begins Sea Trials
APCL Cammell Laird achieved its latest milestone as the first new Mersey Ferry in over 60 years began sea trials on the river last week.
Babcock Completes Major Maintenance Programme Supporting UK Carrier Capability
Babcock has returned the Royal Navy’s flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth, to operational readiness following completion of a planned maintenance programme at Rosyth.
APCL Group Successfully Completes Hattrick of Consecutive Dockings for Subsea7
APCL Group has welcomed three Subsea7 vessels across its facilities between October 2025 and February 2026.
HENSOLDT UK Secures Two Contracts for 50 Coastal Surveillance Radars
HENSOLDT UK has secured two contracts with SRT Marine System Solutions Ltd to supply a total of 50 radar systems for deployment within integrated national coastal surveillance systems
Seawork Awards 2026: Celebrating Innovation and Excellence Across the Maritime Sector
The Seawork Awards are open for entries and nominations. The Innovations Showcase once again takes centre stage in 2026 — with its categories proudly sponsored by the Society of Maritime Industries
£50M Boost for Defence Businesses in Plymouth and the South West with New Defence Growth Deal
£50 million defence investment is being poured into Plymouth and the South West, making it easier for defence businesses to innovate, creating skilled jobs in the region and boosting UK national security
Exail to Supply DriX O-16 Uncrewed Surface Vessel to Support Global Subsea Cable Installation
Exail and OMS Group have announced the acquisition of a second Exail DriX O-16 Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) to support the growing demand for subsea cable infrastructure worldwide
BMT Partners with BAE Systems on Anzac Class Designer Support Contract
BMT has announced its partnership with BAE Systems Australia, the prime contractor for the Design Support Contract (DSC) supporting the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac Class frigates
Confidence in Situational Awareness for MASS: Building the Future Testing Capability in the UK to Support a Thriving Maritime Autonomy Sector
NPL and partners have announced the launch of the first stage of their dedicated Maritime Autonomy sensor and weather test range in Plymouth Sound
UK Maritime Industry Input Sought for YES to Shipping Forum at Posidonia 2026
Dr Melis Özdel, Head of Maritime Law at UCL Laws and a maritime law consultant specialising in international trade and dispute resolution, will represent the United Kingdom at this year’s YES to Shipping Forum
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