Maritime Defence & Security News
Babcock’s Back-to-Back Milestones Signal Sustained Pace in Type 31 Programme
Babcock has marked two major milestones in the Royal Navy’s Type 31 Inspiration Class programme, with the steel cut for HMS Bulldog and the rollout of HMS Active at its Rosyth facility.
Robosys Expands OEM Propulsion Control with New Sleipner Thruster Integration
Robosys has announced the expansion of its multi-OEM propulsion control capabilities with the integration of Sleipner (Side-Power) Thruster Systems into its flagship VOYAGER AI autonomy and remote vessel control software suite.
L3Harris Technologies Announced as Diamond Sponsor for the SMI Conference 2026
The Society of Maritime Industries (SMI) is pleased to welcome L3Harris as a Diamond Sponsor for the SMI Conference 2026
New SMI Job Role: Defence Engagement & Capability Manager
We’re recruiting: Defence Engagement & Capability Manager (Maritime Defence & Security Group)
Babcock Signs Initial Agreement Under Indonesia Maritime Partnership Programme
Babcock International has secured its first agreement under the £4 billion Maritime Partnership Programme (MPP) with Indonesia, for the sale of two Arrowhead 140 frigate licences
SEA Awarded Multi-Million Pound Contract to Deliver KraitArray ASW Sensing Technology for Liquid Robotics Wave Glider
SEA has been awarded a multi-million-pound contract to supply its advanced KraitArray undersea sensing technology to Liquid Robotics for integration into the company’s Wave Glider uncrewed surface vehicle
Babcock Boosts Graduate and Apprentice Recruitment with Record Intake
Babcock has opened applications for its 2026 apprentice intake as the company unveils the recruitment of a record number of graduates and apprentices across its UK business.
HMS Formidable Keel Laid as Babcock Demonstrates World-Class Capability
Babcock International Group marked two major milestones on Tuesday at its Rosyth facility in Scotland. As another significant moment was delivered on the Type 31 programme, as well as announcing a new contract to support US Navy Submarines
UK Unveils New Undersea Warfare Technology to Counter Threat From Russia
The UK has unveiled work on its groundbreaking Atlantic Bastion programme, which will make Britain more secure secure from Russian undersea threats in the North Atlantic
Raising the Bar on Maritime Safety: Why Engineers Should Know About CHIRP
The Society of Maritime Industries is highlighting the vital role of CHIRP Maritime, the UK’s independent and confidential safety reporting programme, in strengthening safety culture across the sector.
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