Artillery Shells

Britain increases artillery shell production ‘eight-fold’

Britain increases artillery shell production ‘eight-fold’

As tensions continue to rise in Eastern Europe, it comes as no surprise that Britain has decided to increase its artillery shell production. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) placed an order with BAE Systems to provide an eight-fold increase in production capability of 155mm shells. However, it’s important to note that this increase has not yet been implemented, as the BAE explosives filling facility won’t be online until 2026.

While some may have expected this increase in production to have already taken place, it’s crucial to understand the complexities involved in increasing production capacity. Building new production lines and ensuring demand for years to come requires time and investment.… Continue reading