Scottish independence and defence: White Paper analysis
Summary: As the Scottish Government unveil an historic White Paper setting out their plans for an independent Scotland following a ‘yes’ vote in next year’s
UK defence reorganisation plans unveiled
Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has unveiled details for the reorganisation of the Army, following the collapse of an attempt to delay the Government’s plans to reduce the size of the Army and increase the number of Reservists.
UK ‘in running’ for UAE defence contracts
Prime Minister David Cameron has stated that the UK is in with a chance of securing lucrative defence contracts with the United Arab Emirates.
Defence supply chain boost for UK SMEs
The Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology Philip Dunne recently chaired a forum at the Centre for Defence Enterprise (CDE) which sought to support small and medium-sized enterprises to win more business in the defence sector.
BAE Systems announces cuts: will UK defence suffer?
Following the BAE Systems announcement that it is to cut 1775 jobs in Scotland and England and end shipbuilding altogether at Portsmouth, the DCI blog looks at what the impact might be for the whole of the UK and what long-term effects might be felt in the UK defence industry.
Just two weeks to go until the defence procurement event of the year
There is now just over two weeks left to go until Defence Procurement Research, Technology and Exportability (DPRTE) 2013, the leading defence procurement conference and
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?
MOD Defence Contracts Bulletin (MOD DCB) New Products Section – 13 November 2013 DPRTE Special Issue MOD Defence Contracts Bulletin is running a ‘New Products
Improve your defence procurement knowledge at DPRTE 2013
Summary: 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
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.