Further phases of the Sting Ray Mod 1 integration onto the RAF’s P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft are anticipated in 2027 but remain subject to investment decisions. Minister of State for Defence Luke Pollard confirmed the position in response to a written question from Ben Obese-Jecty, the Conservative MP for Huntingdon, tabled on 26 May. Pollard said the initial contract for the basic integration was awarded to BAE Systems Surface Ships L…