Tom Sables

Tom Sables began his career as a freelance journalist before joining BFBS Forces News in 2019. He has been shortlisted for an AIB International Media Excellence Award, developing specialisms in military mental health and special forces operations. Travelling across Europe to report from large-scale NATO deployments, Tom’s coverage includes a broad range of stories – from political developments to technological innovation.

RAF
Group Captain Peter Townsend's Service Medals Sell For £260,000

RAF pilot Group Captain Peter Townsend, who fought in the Battle of Britain, became well known for his relationship with Princess Margaret.

Tom Sables
21st July 2021
Land vehicles
Army Hybrids: Up Close With Military's New Experimental Vehicles

The vehicles, including a Jackal, a Foxhound and a MAN supply truck, are part of the military's aim to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

Simon Newton Tom Sables
20th July 2021
Nuclear
New START Treaty: Russia's Nuclear Pact With The US Explained

The treaty was signed in 2010 and extended the countries' agreement to lower weapon stockpiles.

Tom Sables
19th July 2021
Aircraft
RIAT Marks 50th Anniversary With Scaled-Down Event

Organisers returned to the tattoo's birthplace after the world's largest military air show was cancelled once again due to COVID.

Tom Sables
2nd June 2021
RAF
Red Arrows: We Go Through The RAF Team's 2021 Display Moves

The Red Arrows have choreographed fresh manoeuvres for the 2021 display season, while also bringing back existing crowd favourites.

Tom Sables
26th May 2021
Army
British Army's Financial Value Examined For First Time

A report looks at the Army's contribution to the economy and employment, and how its ceremonial duties project British heritage globally.

Tom Sables
21st May 2021
Sea vessels
What's next for the Navy's vessels?

Plans for an evolving Royal Navy feature uncrewed, underwater systems.

Tom Sables
20th May 2021
Nato
NATO Adopts Gender-Neutral Job Title For Most-Senior Officer

The job title has changed in a push towards promoting inclusivity.

Tom Sables
19th May 2021
RAF
What's The Future Of RAF Aircraft?

The future of the service's capabilities was outlined in March's Defence Command Paper.

Tom Sables
13th May 2021
Land vehicles
Challenger 3: What will the Army's next main battle tank be like?

The upgraded vehicle will be fully digitised, including a new turret, improved engine and 120mm smoothbore gun.

Tom Sables
7th May 2021
Land vehicles
Warrior: Why's the Army retiring the military vehicle?

We spoke to a land warfare expert to discuss why the service has decided to cancel long-planned upgrades and retire the vehicle.

Tom Sables
19th April 2021
Army
What are British forces doing in Mali?

Deployments have seen British personnel work with international allies to try and stabilise the African country.

Tom Sables
12th April 2021
Gaming
Army E-Sports Welcomes Civilian Gamers As Engagement Evolves

More than 1,000 members of the general public have joined the Army's eSports Lions League platforms during the COVID pandemic.

Tom Sables
1st April 2021
Nuclear
What is Britain's nuclear defence capability?

The UK is aiming to increase its overall nuclear weapon stockpile to up to 260 warheads.

Tom Sables
17th March 2021
Space
Russia And China: Could New Base Plans 'Militarise The Moon'?

A space expert says the West must consider mutual exploration interests, after the two nations signed an agreement to set up camp.

Tom Sables
17th March 2021
News
Cyber Corridor In North Of England To Follow Integrated Review

The headquarters for the new National Cyber Force will be based in the region.

Tom Sables
14th March 2021