Following on from achieving a record breaking manufacturing year in 2016, the UK aerospace industry is set to smash targets again. A solid start to 2017 has seen some 100 aircraft deliveries in February, while stronger order numbers suggest the potential for sustained growth within the industry. This year has the third highest recorded number […]
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According to New Scientist, 3D printing is leading the way in the ‘second industrial revolution’. In recent years the technology has taken off and recently Rolls-Royce unveiled the largest metal part made by 3D printing – a component for a Trent XWB-97 aircraft engine. With more and more technological innovations
Summary: The UK and Welsh governments have joined forces with aircraft manufacturer Airbus to fund £100m into research, development and training which will ensure the UK continues to lead the world in the aerospace industry. Around £64m of the £100m plus investment will support research and development through the Aerospace
The UK aerospace sector is growing ten times faster than the rest of the economy after enjoying a 9% boost last year, according to a new trade report.
New aerospace headquarters that will help allocate £2bn of funding to research and technology projects across the country has officially opened.
Innovative aerospace projects designed to keep the UK at the leading edge of the global aerospace market will receive almost £60m in a new funding boost, it has been announced.
A programme which aims to raise the capability of UK aerospace suppliers and create at least 5000 new jobs is seeking 40 UK companies to share in a £110m training and development fund.
Many in the British aerospace sector cheered when Chancellor George Osborne announced the creation of a world-class UK Centre for Aerodynamics, but will this new hub be enough to drive the industry forward in an increasingly competitive global market? The Chancellor has dedicated £60 million towards developing a new aerospace
Although the United Kingdom has a seemingly mature supply chain, in recent years, macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical tension proved to bring new obstacles for both government and commercial entities within the nation’s biggest public procurement organisations. Despite the geopolitical landscape experiencing rising tension, and European countries witnessing overstressed energy supplies
Today, industries across the world are driven by big data and market analytics. These tools play a vital role in the forward-looking development of organisations and further help stakeholders make more informed decisions. The defence industry is no different. Market analytics helps to boost defence innovation and ensure that senior
In a fast-changing political landscape, emerging technological warfare tactics and advanced digital defence equipment are becoming an increasing threat to existing defence programs around the world. The outbreak of war between Ukraine and Russia has further intensified the geopolitical tension between nations. However, the invasion of Ukraine hasn’t been the
The Ministry of Defence (MOD), together with the defence industry, plays a critical role in the protection of the country and its citizens. By providing a vast range of products and services, businesses within the defence sector support the country’s military and security efforts. However, this is not the only
In a highly volatile, and seemingly complex digital global landscape, actionable and dynamic defence strategies remain an important investment that oversees and ensures the protection of a nation and their civil liberties. The United Kingdom government, along with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) has established a Defence and Security Industrial
Asia In recent years, Asia has seen increased defence import activity, particularly in the aerospace and naval sectors. International suppliers have benefited from defence business in the region, such as the AW159 helicopter contract with South Korea won by a business in the UK, and the build of Hawk aircraft
UK Opportunities The scope of defence procurement in the UK stretches much wider than just military contracts. Every year we publish thousands of contracts, supporting defence and security organisations to procure the goods and services they require to keep the UK safe. From cyber security to blue light tender opportunities,
When you think of war, what do you think of? Bombs and guns? Well, the modern warzone looks a lot different. That’s because certain wars are now taking place in the digital world. This is a trend that isn’t new and it’s happening in your own country. 34% of cyber espionage
Global trends such as shifting balances of power, rising nationalism COVID-19 and the emergence of new digital battlefields, means that UK defence and public sector organisations are becoming more reliant than ever on security suppliers. This ever-evolving environment creates a stimulus to increase investment in defence and the requirement to
Protecting territory and keeping its people safe are key priorities for nations across the globe. Global trends such as shifting balances of power, rising nationalism, and the emergence of new digital battlefields are redefining the geopolitical landscape. This ever-evolving environment creates a stimulus to increase investment in defence and the
DPRTE Engage official event partner, BAE Systems, has completed its acquisition of the Collins Aerospace Military Global Positioning System (GPS) business from Raytheon Technologies Corporation. This asset purchase provided BAE Systems with an opportunity to acquire a high-quality, technology-based business that augments the existing BAE Systems Electronic Systems portfolio through the addition of world-class GPS […]
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The most recent UK defence in numbers (updated 2 March 2020) has revealed that the Government is investing an additional £2.2 billion in Defence. This additional funding will ensure that the UK continues to exceed the NATO guideline that member states spend 2% of GDP on Defence and cements the
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