BAE systems have awarded an IT contract for submarines in its Barrow-in-Furness base to previous collaborator Capgemini. BAE systems confirmed the five year IT contract for systems aboard its UK submarines. Operations will be conducted from Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, BAE system’s IT base in the UK. Capgemini has previously won contracts with Statoil, ...
The Defence Secretary has announced a new fund to develop battlefield apps able to respond quickly to high-pressure scenarios. The £30million fund will go into developing battlefield apps and software for the Armed Forces capable of being adapted to the specific demands of missions and commanding officers and being put on a ...
EU institutions have reached a provisional agreement on the European Defence Fund (EDF) awaiting approval from the European Parliament and Council. EU leaders have welcomed the provisional agreement which represents a break in the controversy surrounding the purpose of the fund. The proposals are now awaiting approval from the European Parliament ...
Exercise Information Warrior has been underway this past week, with the Royal Marines embracing digital technology in the largest exercise into data-driven warfare by the Royal Navy. The marines have tested a wide variety of technology from miniature helicopters, satellite and streaming technology, low-energy-use computers, live camera feeds and wireless headquarters ...