All articles by Harry McNeil

Reporter for GlobalData, covering Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Previously a Foreign Correspondent for a European Law and Politics publication.

Ukrainian shipyard executives exposed for Russian naval plan ties

The SSU has gathered evidence implicating the leadership of a Ukrainian shipyard in financing and supporting Russian military efforts, including…
US Navy sets commissioning date for future USS John Basilone

The US Navy has officially announced that the future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS John Basilone (DDG 122), will be…
Australia expands submarine workforce with new recruitment drive

In a move to bolster its nuclear-powered submarine programme, Australia's Albanese Government has announced a new Jobs for Subs initiative.…
Keel laid for Flight III Arleigh Burke-class, USS William Charette

General Dynamics Bath Iron Works (BIW) has marked a milestone in naval shipbuilding with the keel laying of the future…
Taiwan’s submarine programme is a vital deterrence against China

Taiwan is making a move to bolster its naval capabilities with an $8.8bn (T$280.7bn) investment in its Indigenous Defence Submarine…

BAE Systems secures contract for USS Halsey modernisation

BAE Systems - San Diego Ship Repair has been awarded a $177.8m firm-fixed-price contract modification for repairing, maintaining, and modernising…
Italy struggles to meet Nato 2% target says report

GlobalData’s “Italy Defense Market 2024-2029” report reveals that while Italy’s defence budget will grow by 2029, due to economic constraints…
USS Cowpens falls short, decommissions after 33 years of service

The US Navy decommissioned the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) during a ceremony at Naval Base San Diego,…
US Navy protect pilot training capacity with £747m F-5 upkeep deal

In a boost to naval aviation capabilities, V2X Inc. has secured a contract valued at $747m for the maintenance of…
Australia’s $45bn Indo-Pacific investment fuelled by submarines

In response to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific, Australia will provide investment of more than $45bn in defence from…