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High-skilled engineering jobs are coming to Portsmouth, Hampshire, and the South of England, with BAE Systems investing £230m into new graduate and apprenticeship roles.

High-skilled engineering jobs coming to city in huge investment

Construction has started to build a new Type 26 frigate HMS Sheffield, with the shipbuilding programme supporting thousands of jobs in Scotland.

Landmark moment as construction begins to build HMS Sheffield

Herne - an Extra Large Autonomous Submarine Underwater Vehicle built by Portsmouth engineers - has been successfully tested on the South Coast of England.

Watch: Extra Large Autonomous Submarine that can sail by itself tested

A project to build innovative Type 83 destroyers, being put together by the Ministry of Defence, has taken a step forward. Pictured: Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond returning home to Portsmouth in 2024.

Mysterious Type 83 destroyer project takes step forward

Scenes from the successful test firing of the SPEAR 3 missile from a BAE Systems-operated Typhoon jet at Vidsel range in Sweden.

Long-range missile to be used by Navy pilots after test - pictures

The fire at BAE Systems' Barrow-in-Furness shipyard in Cumbria on Wednesday morning.

Crucial update issued after fire erupts at nuclear submarine shipyard

The fire at BAE Systems' Barrow-in-Furness shipyard in Cumbria on Wednesday morning.

Defence firm quiet on if shipyard blaze damaged nuclear submarines

HMS Dauntless leaving Portsmouth ahead of Exercise Strike Warrior, where she will join up with HMS Prince of Wales and other forces in the North Sea.

HMS Dauntless receives upgrades ahead of HMS Prince of Wales exercise

David Madden (inset) was interviewed for a new documentary about the Freckleton Air Disaster, where he watched most of his classmates get killed 80 years ago.

'I ran through a burning doorway as my classmates got killed'

HMS Agamemnon, a new Royal Navy submarine, being launched from the BAE Systems dockyard in Barrow.

Striking new Royal Navy submarine sails for the first time

Defence Secretary John Healey said the partnership between the UK, USA and Australia will boost jobs, growth and prosperity. Pictured during the Labour Party Conference at the ACC Liverpool.

Government meeting announced to discuss building nuclear submarines

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has reaffirmed that Type 45 destroyers will be fitted with Sea Viper Missiles, in an effort to enhance the Royal Navy.

MoD reaffirms plans to fit warships with ferocious missiles - when

HMS Cardiff being transported on a barge along the River Clyde, before slowly being lowered into the water.

Watch: New warship HMS Cardiff be transported on river

Havant MP Alan Mak at Army Expo 2024

Havant MP Alan Mak calls for more investment in our Armed Forces

Upgraded Sting Ray torpedoes will be fitted to Royal Navy warships after the MoD assigns a £60m contract to BAE Systems. Engineering jobs will be maintained in Portsmouth as a result.

Advanced upgraded torpedoes to be built for warships after £60m agreed

Finalists announced for prestigious Maritime UK Solent Awards 2024

The finalists for the biggest event in the Solent’s maritime calendar - the prestigious Maritime UK Solent Awards 2024 - have now been announced. 

Steve Deeks

HMS Cardiff, Type 26 frigate, sailing in the River Clyde in Scotland for the first time.

Sophisticated new Royal Navy ship sails for the first time

The Type 26 frigate shipbuilding programme is continuing at pace. Pictured is HMS Cardiff being moved onto a barge before being taken out to sea.

Crucial Type 26 shipbuilding update as programme continues at pace

A new Royal Navy Type 26 frigate HMS Cardiff will be entering the water for the first time and will sail off the coast of Scotland. Pictured is the vessel leaving BAE Systems Govan shipyard.

New warship HMS Cardiff to enter the water for the first time

HMS Collingwood hosted the annual Junior Leaders’ Field Gun Competition on Friday, July 12, 2024. Picture: Sarah Standing (120724-1894)

Portsmouth apprentices win field gunners competition amid strong competition

BAE Systems has donated a total of £1m to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC).

"Momentous": Defence giant's donations to Royal Navy charity reach £1m

Winston Churchill Centre at the British Normandy Memorial

BAE Systems' lineage can be traced back to the British war effort

Jack Chapman, 27, of Petersfield, was part of a team which built the principal beacon which is being used to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. It will be lit at HMNB Portsmouth. Jack said it was amazing to build the beacon in honour of his grandfather. Picture: John Gasser

Engineer creates D-Day beacon honouring grandad who served in WWII

Sir Keir says goodbye to veteran Lieutenant Commander Len Chivers, 99. Sir Keir Starmer visits Portsmouth Historic Dockyard during Labour's general election campaignPicture: Chris Moorhouse (050624-066)

Portsmouth is an “essential part” of the UK’s defence strategy - Keir Starmer

The Red Arrows flay past over Southsea Common on June 5, 2019 for D-Day 75.

Prime Minister to lead the D-Day commemorations in the city

Portsmouth is no stranger to having beacons - including this one at Southsea Castle to mark The Queen's Platinum Jubilee on Thursday, June 2, 2022.

City set to host the first of hundreds of D-Day beacons

Red Arrows to head to Solent for Armed Forces Day

From a Royal Navy parachute jump to a full display from the Red Arrows, Southsea’s Armed Forces Day will be fuelled with various incredible sights.

Sophie Lewis

Max Leonard, Portsmouth-based engineer, designed the principal beacon which will be lit during the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations. Picture: John Gasser

Stunning beacon created for D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations

John Healey and James Cartlidge have both discussed Type 83 destroyers in parliament. Picture: Ian Forsyth/Geoffroy Van Der Hasselt/Getty Images

MoD hints when Type 83 destroyers will be launched to replace Type 45s

New Stamshaw youth club

New youth club at Stamshaw Adventure Playground is approved

HMS Diamond firing its Sea Viper missile to engage and shot down a drone over the Red Sea. The Royal Navy warship has shot down a suspected attack drone in the Red Sea, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has said. Picture: MoD/Crown copyright/PA Wire.

MoD reveals when Type 45 destroyers will get missile upgrades

Pro Palestine protest outside Unicorn Gate of the Navy base on Thursday 29th of February 2024Picture: Habibur Rahman.

12 pictures of Pro-Palestine protestors demonstrating outside naval base

HMS Spey carrying out manoeuvres alongside a Philippines navy vessel BRP Valentin Diaz. It is the latest Royal Navy visit to the nation, as part of a southeast Asia diplomatic mission. They have previously visited Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Brunei. Picture: Royal Navy.

HMS Spey visits the Philippines and trains alongside forces

The forward section of Type 26 Frigate HMS Cardiff is rolled out from the SBOH at BAE Systems Shipyard in Govan, Scotland. Picture: John Linton 2023/BAE Systems/Royal Navy

Slippage in Type 26 frigate project could be "clawed back" - minister

The forward section of Type 26 Frigate HMS Cardiff is rolled out from the SBOH at BAE Systems Shipyard in Govan, Scotland. Picture: John Linton 2023/BAE Systems/Royal Navy

Advanced new Type 26 frigate HMS Cardiff to enter water soon - when

HMS Dragon is nearing a return to the seas. The destroyer has been undergoing upgrades in Portsmouth since March 2022 but recently underwent successful engine tests.

HMS Dragon nears return to action after engine tests

Hundreds of children will have the opportunity to visit The D-Day Story museum for free due to a sponsorship programme announced by Portsmouth City Council.

Hundreds of children to visit The D-Day Story for free due to sponsors

HMS Glasgow, the first of the new Type 26 frigates, sailing on a submergible barge being towed down the Clyde on her way to Geln Mallan on Loch Long. Picture: John Devlin.

MoD reveals when Type 26 frigates will enter service

HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales alongside each other. Picture: Sarah Standing (060224-6529)

HMS Queen Elizabeth fault similar to sister ship bitter blow for navy

Protesters form a blockade outside BAE Systems in Govan near Glasgow, as part of the ongoing campaign against sending arms to Israel. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Pro-Palestine protesters blockading BAE factories

Pictured left to right: Joseph Morgan, Aamirah Patel, Scarlett Lowe BAE Systems Photograph by Christopher Ison ©.07544044177.chris@christopherison.com.www.christopherison.com Picture: Business Wire

BAE Systems to offer thousands of apprentices and graduate opportunities

Trade unionists and protesters form a blockade outside weapons manufacturer BAE Systems in Rochester, Kent, in protest over the Israel-Gaza conflict and calling for an immediate ceasefire to halt the killing of civilians in Palestine. Picture: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire

Defence giant has factory blockaded by pro-Palestine protestors

Alan Mak MP with exhibitors at his Jobs, Apprenticeships and Careers Fair

Havant MP brings together jobseekers and employers at Jobs, Apprenticeships and ...

What the new shipbuilding hall in Scotland is expected to look like. Gigantic hall to construct new Type 26 warships to be built to revolutionise shipbuilding.

Gigantic new hall to construct new Type 26 warships to be built

Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales as it leaves Rosyth docks after repairs. Photo: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

HMS Prince of Wales has left drydock following months of repairs

Prime minister Rishi Sunak boards his plane departing to Vilnius, Lithuania, where he is to attend a NATO Summit on July 11, 2023. Picture: Paul Ellis - WPA Pool/Getty Images.

Defence giants secures huge munitions contract amid Russia-Ukraine war

BAE Systems is hiring a record 2,600 apprentices and graduates in the UK this year

New research shows the extent of BAE Systems’ contribution to the UK economy

L-R: Marshada Chowdhury, Project and Partnership Lead in Play and Youth Service; Liz Rivano, Play Development Site Leader; Scott Jamieson, Managing Director of BAE Systems Maritime Services; Councillor Steve Pitt, Leader of the Council; Jane Lamer, Head of Economic Development and Skills; and Jay Bhart, Strategic Development Director, BAE Systems Maritime Services. Picture: Portsmouth City Council.

New youth facility to be created after council receives huge donation

HMS Prince of Wales. Picture: LISA FERGUSON.

Taxpayers may pay HMS Prince of Wales £25m repair bill, committee meeting hears

HMS Queen Elizabeth. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 240223-43)

BAE Systems scoops £270m Royal Navy radar systems contract

Last year's Armed Forces Day in Portsmouth

BAE Systems to sponsor a ‘a bigger and better’ Portsmouth Armed Forces Day

Hive Portsmouth officially opened the doors of its new headquarters at Aggie Weston House, Edinburgh Road, on Tuesday. From left, chief officer of The Hive Lorna Reavley, MD of BAE Systems maritime services Scott Jamieson, Father Bob White and deputy Lord Mayor of Portsmouth Jason Fazackarley Picture: Sarah Standing (060623-4922)

Hive Portsmouth launch new hub following £250,000 donation

HMS Glasgow enters the water for first time. Pic John Devlin

Navy warship HMS Glasgow suffers alleged sabotage on board, Portsmouth firm says

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The documents were found inside the pub toilets, according to The Sun.

'Sensitive' Royal Navy documents left inside pub toilets

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