Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has made his first keynote speech today, announcing the first step towards upgrading the UK’s military satellite communications system, SKYNET.

Defence Secretary outlines global influence of UK defence in keynote speech at the 2019 Defence and Security Equipment International.

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth approximately £100 million to test the performance of the UK’s ground-breaking Protector aircraft.

Sir Simon Bollom, CEO of Defence Equipment & Support, and Lieutenant General Nicolò Falsaperna, Italian Secretary General of Defence, have signed a Statement of Intent to partner on Tempest in their roles as National Armament Directors.

The UK has been providing vital support and assistance to the people of The Bahamas following the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian.