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Feb- 2025 -

18 February

Arms

UK Begins Search for New 5.56mm Light Assault Machine Gun

The UK Ministry of Defence has launched a competitive tender process for a new 5.56mm lightweight assault machine gun for use by dismounted troops.

4 February

Europe

Joe Saballa

UK MoD Recalls 120,000 Pieces of Body Armor

The UK Ministry of Defence has issued an urgent recall for thousands of military body armor vests after scans revealed microscopic cracks in the equipment.

4 February

Europe

Army reservists prepare to enter a room during an exercise at a new Army training facility. The simulation facility in Scotland creates realistic training for Army reservists. The creation and development of a new Army training facility in Dundee saw Reservists from the 7th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (7 SCOTS) train in using simulated ammunition. The new facility, located in Oliver Barracks in Dundee, allows urban operations training. It was constructed and designed for the use of simulation to create a realistic environment for soldiers to enhance their infantry skills in advance of deployments in the UK and overseas. 7 SCOTS, although a light role (Reserve) battalion based in Perth are commanded by 19th Light Brigade who form part of 1st (United Kingdom) Division. Training at weekends highlights the immense level of discipline and commitment by reservists within 7 SCOTS; juggling their civilian routine and employment to participate – gaining and enhancing transferable employable skills. Reservists bring specialist civilian capabilities that are essential both on and off the battlefield, while gaining transferable qualifications by training with the Army. The roles and tasks demanded of the Army Reserve continue to evolve, with more opportunities to enjoy the challenges that come with being a Reservist both in the UK and worldwide.

Rojoef Manuel

British Army Opens Urban Warfare Training Center in Scotland

The British Army has inaugurated a new facility in Scotland to train soldiers for urban warfare.

Jan- 2025 -

29 January

Europe

Joe Saballa

British Army Considering Modifying Challenger 2 Tanks With ‘Cope Cages’

The British Army is reportedly exploring the installation of “cope cages” on its Challenger 2 main battle tanks to enhance protection against drones and anti-tank munitions.

28 January

Europe

Adarga’s Vantage software accelerates data analysis in a fast-moving information environment.

Giulia Bernacchi

UK Awards Adarga Up to $14.8M for AI Products and Services

The UK has awarded Adarga a contract worth up to $14.8 million to access and deploy the company’s artificial intelligence systems and services.

27 January

Business

Inder Singh Bisht

Patria, Babcock Jointly Offer Armored Carrier to British Army

Babcock and Patria have signed an agreement to jointly offer the Patria 6×6 Armored Personnel Carrier to the British Armed Forces.

23 January

Air

Joe Saballa

British Army’s New Apache Helicopters Could Soon Fly With Uncrewed ‘Mules’

The British Army is exploring the integration of uncrewed “mules” into its new AH-64E Apache helicopters to enhance operational efficiency.

23 January

Europe

Christine Casimiro

UK Unveils First Homegrown Boxer Armored Vehicle

The UK has unveiled the “first fully British-made” Boxer armored vehicle at the International Armoured Vehicle Conference in Farnborough.

22 January

Arms

UK soldier patrolling the immediate area surrounding a command post, with a KRH Challenger 2 and its crew waiting nearby

Inder Singh Bisht

UK Bolsters ‘Lethal Barrier’ Through New Anti-Tank Mine Procurement

The UK Ministry of Defence intends to procure new anti-tank mines from Alford Technologies to bridge capability gaps.

Dec- 2024 -

26 December

Europe

Joe Saballa

Despite Salary Hike, Many Soldiers Leave British Military: Report

The UK is experiencing an alarmingly high attrition rate in its armed forces, with many soldiers continuing to leave the service despite a salary increase.

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