Andrew Chuter
Andrew Chuter is the United Kingdom correspondent for Defense News.
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Britain cements foothold in Ukraine for weapons upkeep, production
“The repair facility that has been secured is scalable to provide a similar capability for U.K. and other nations’ systems,” said a British official.
Report flags NATO's naval shortfalls vis-a-vis Russia
NATO has been urged to rethink its maritime strategy to address the re-emerging contest with Russia for supremacy in the North Atlantic, a paper by one of Europe’s top military think tanks says.
Financial problems hit KC-46 supplier
Cobham reported a statutory pretax loss of $1.05 billion as a result of writing down the underlying value of the business — that compared with a £39.8 million loss the previous year.
Watchdog throws cold water on British defense-spending ambitions
Plan is at risk unless $7.5 billion in savings can be realized, according to analysts.
Britain, US pledge to improve cooperation in maritime patrol operations
A declaration to better coordinate maritime patrol aircraft operations and support in the region was signed in London by British Defence Procurement Minister Harriett Baldwin and her US counterpart, Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work.
British Army Works to Secure Oshkosh JLTV
The British Army is prepared to buy the Oshkosh-built Joint Light Tactical Vehicle but is first seeking approval from the US government.
A Year Late, UK Receives First Carrier-Support Ship
The first of four British military tankers being built in South Korea to support operation of the Royal Navy’s new aircraft carrier force has finally been handed over to the Ministry of Defence.
UK Policy Refresh Must Consider Procurement's Economic Impact, Says Exec
The industrial policy refresh follows a period when the impact on the British economy of procurement of foreign weapons systems has been in sharp focus after the MoD agreed to multibillion-dollar deals.
Britain Faces Challenge to NATO Command
Britain’s position as the leading European power in NATO is in jeopardy following its exit from the European Union, potentially affecting the alliance's command structure.
UK Air Force Picks Airbus to Support A400M Fleet in $504M Deal
The Royal Air Force's A400M Atlas transport aircraft fleet is to be supported by Airbus Defence and Space in a £410 million ($504 million) deal announced Jan 5.
