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US Navy awards $1.7bn contract to BAE Systems for APKWS kits

The contract allows the US Navy to buy APKWS guidance kits over five years to address rising demand in the US and abroad.

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GE Aerospace to supply engines for two US Navy destroyers

As of January 2025, there were 74 active Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in the US Navy, each powered by four LM2500 engines.

UK signs up to European defence export treaty

The agreement will remove administrative burdens when granting export licences with France, Germany and Spain.

Type 31 frigate programme advances with HMS Formidable keel ceremony in Rosyth

Type 31 frigates will handle general duties, including maritime security, disaster relief, and counter-smuggling.