All news on the topic: BAE Systems

Andy Burnham’s decision to send a Royal Air Force plane to Saudi Arabia for “defensive” aerial refuelling in the kingdom’s war against the Houthis has a familiar ring to it. His words echo those of his predecessor.

An “all-British” autonomous fighter jet is now expected to use an American engine after a cost-related clash between defence giants BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce.

Andy Burnham is expected to unveil an £8.4 billion investment for nuclear submarines to get the new HMS Dreadnought through its sea trials and ready for service by the 2030s.

The first crewed stealth fighter jet built in the UK for 40 years is nearing completion as the cutting-edge air combat technology seeks to become reality.

Babcock Land Defence, acting for the UK Ministry of Defence, has awarded BAE Systems a four-year, £4 million contract to supply components for artillery, howitzers and armoured vehicle weapon systems, including the 105mm Light Gun.

Britain’s biggest defence companies have seen a £4bn boost to their value since the surprise appointment of John Healey as chancellor.

Tony Blair’s treasury secretary Alistair Darling told the prime minister that buying aircraft carriers was a “political” rather than a military choice and would mean less funding for social services.

The Health and Safety Executive has authorised the maximum sanction available for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) after two soldiers died and two others were injured in an explosion.

As details of the deal emerge, POLITICO has identified the sectors that seem most likely to benefit as well as those that appear to be left out.

Jaguar Land Rover and General Motors are considering an expansion into UK defense via a £900m military contract, as carmakers seek to exploit a spending boom by NATO countries racing to rearm.

Britain’s largest weapons manufacturer, BAE Systems, has quietly ceased support for a fleet of aircraft delivering "life-saving" humanitarian aid to some of the world’s poorest countries.

Campaigners argue that having personnel from Shell and BAE Systems positioned within ministries creates a possibility for undue influence.

Edgewing to oversee full-cycle development of next-generation combat aircraft