Is the defence industry becoming more competitive?
European aerospace group EADS is planning to cut jobs and costs in its defence division following continued reductions in worldwide defence spending.
Alex Salmond to officially outline plans for Scottish Defence Force
Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has revealed the publication date of the SNP’s Independence White Paper, which will set out the blueprint of an independent Scotland, including the formation of a Scottish Defence Force.
Defence contractors sought for ideas on how to preserve HMS Illustrious
The MOD is looking for ideas on how best to preserve the legacy of the Royal Navy’s Invincible Class aircraft carriers.
Launching a new product for the defence marketplace?
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Improve your defence procurement knowledge at DPRTE 2013
The agenda and keynote speakers have been announced for this year’s DPRTE 2013 event, displaying the breadth of defence procurement knowledge and expertise available to discover at the event.
Military contractors sought for new cyber defence unit
Military contractors, IT experts and civilians are being sought to help create a new cyber unit set up by the Ministry of Defence to protect the UK’s computer networks from attack and introduce a ‘strike capability’.
Defence contractors benefitting from industry growth
The world’s aerospace and defence industries have been some of the best performing sectors over the past two years, almost doubling since mid-2011, in spite of major cuts to the sector in both the UK and the US in recent years.
Government warned against defence privatisation
With recent reports of the privatisation of the Royal Mail hitting most major headlines and causing great controversy across the UK, more Government plans for privatisation have come under fire, this time in the defence industry.
Supply chain opportunities available in new MOD manufacture contract
A new defence system for the interception and destruction of enemy missiles is to be manufactured in the UK under a £250m MOD contract that will sustain hundreds of jobs and create further opportunities down the supply chain.
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Cameron backs initiative for UK defence sector growth
The Government has launched its long-term strategic vision for the growth of government and senior business leaders in the UK defence industry.
MOD extends contract with BMT
BMT Hi-Q Sigma Ltd (BMT), a subsidiary of BMT Group, has announced that in partnership with Nuvia Ltd, it has been awarded a 12-month extension contract with the MOD.
Stirling awarded Armed Forces Day 2014 event
The city of Stirling has been announced as the host of next year’s Armed Forces Day, receiving £25,000 from the MOD to honour UK Armed Forces.
DOD to sell defence vehicles to Indonesia
The United States Department of Defense has announced that it is planning to sell eight Apache attack helicopters to Jakarta as it seeks to bolster ties with Southeast Asia.
Could 3D printing be the future for defence?
3D printing has been described as a revolutionary new technology with massive, global implications in a wide range of sectors and industries. In light of recent debates on military cuts, reduced capability and concerns over the future of the defence industry, could this technology be the next step in saving defence?
Funding announced for maritime industry in Portsmouth
BAE Systems, Portsmouth City Council and the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership have joined forces to support the Solent Futures SME Supply Chain Fund, which will launch at Portsmouth Naval Base in August.
Interserve discusses MOD contract success
Interserve has been awarded a Ministry of Defence contract extension worth about £110m.
UK defence capabilities again under fire
Another military official has raised doubts about the strength of the UK’s military abilities in light of recent defence cuts, following the next US ambassador to London Matthew Barzun’s comments that the cuts are an area of ‘critical concern’ in the longstanding ‘special relationship’ between the UK and the US.
Babcock awarded German equipment modernisation contract
Babcock has been awarded a four-year contract by the Ministry of Defence’s Air Defence and Air Traffic Systems Delivery Team for the overhaul and modernisation of former German Air Force equipment.
US ambassador warns against further UK defence cuts
Matthew Barzun, the next US ambassador to London, has spoke of the UK’s recent defence cuts as being an area of ‘critical concern’ for the US in a recent speech to senators.
