Maritime Defence & Security News

MTEC Programme Information

The Marine Technology Education Consortium (MTEC) is a Masters level programme jointly run by Newcastle University, University of Southampton and University College London, all renowned in the field of maritime technology. It is designed for those who are in full-time employment and wish to up-skill. The MSc is accredited, contributing towards Chartered Engineering status.

The UK DIT, in partnership with SMI, invites you to participate at Sea Asia and exhibit at the show from just £300

We are seeking 15-17 UK companies who can demonstrate advanced technology & engineering innovation to join us in the UK Pavilion at the event in Singapore, April 25 - 27 April 2023.

Solar Solve Supplies USNS Ship of the Future

The Team at South Shields based Solar Solve Marine were delighted when they heard that USNS APALACHICOLA (EPF 13) had successfully completed Acceptance Trials and Unmanned Logistics Prototype Trials. There are 35 of Solar Solve Marine’s Type Approved SOLASAFE roller sunscreens installed at the vessel’s navigation bridge and control room windows

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Government commits nearly half a billion pounds for UK research to cover EU shortfall

The package will provide much needed immediate investment to researchers, universities and research organisations, and be delivered across the UK.

Oxford Economics report states Babcock is a significant employer and a key driver of the UK economy

A report by Oxford Economics into Babcock’s social and economic contribution to the UK highlights their critical role in the UK defence sector and how they support the levelling up agenda across the UK by investing and supporting employment in the most deprived areas.

Team Resolute Announced as Fleet Solid Support Bid Winners

The Society of Maritime Industries congratulates its members BMT Group and Harland & Wolff on the announcement of the preferred bidder for the Fleet Solid Support Programme as Team Resolute.

BAE Systems awarded £4.2bn contract to build five more Type 26 frigates in Glasgow

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a £4.2bn contract to BAE Systems to manufacture the next five City Class Type 26 frigates for the Royal Navy in Glasgow.

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Nusrat Ghani, Minister Of State Visits Harland & Wolff (Belfast)

Harland & Wolff, the iconic multisite fabrication company with over 160 years of maritime and offshore engineering pedigree has welcomed Nusrat Ghani MP, Minster of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to its Belfast site.