UK’s largest-ever warship export deal spurs record £20 billion defense exports

The UK has recorded its highest defence exports since records began, driven in large part by the country’s largest-ever warship export deal, a landmark agreement that is set to strengthen allied naval capabilities while delivering a significant boost to British shipbuilding, workers, and the wider defence supply chain.

Computer generated footage of Type 26 Global Combat Ship with Norwegian flag; Credit: UK Government

The country secured more than £20 billion in defence exports to allied nations in 2025...