Scientists at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) are leading an innovative experiment to tackle the growing problem of space junk. UK scientists at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) are leading an innovative experiment to tackle the growing problem of space junk. Hundreds of thousands of manmade objects orbit the Earth, but fewer […]
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With a proliferation in the use of portable, electronically powered devices in the defence and security realms, batteries are assuming greater importance, as defence writer Mark Lane discovered talking to Ultralife’s Mike Manna. Advances in battery technology have – to a large extent – driven the accelerating pace of development in electronic and digital technology. […]
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6 and subpart 13.5, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicita
The purpose of Modification 02 is to respond to the following:
1. Is there an incumbent firm currently under contract that is performing services described in the Sources Sought, Solicitation Number: N6247017R4014? If the answer is yes,
Government Respo
The awarding authority is seeking an organisation or organisations to carry out a security assessment of the Kaya platform and other Academy systems. This includes:
Identification and quantification of information systems and data protection compliance ri
Tods Defence, a Unitech Aerospace Company, has secured the design and manufacture contract of the Bow Sonar Dome for the Type 26 class Frigate being built for the UK Royal Navy. The contract award has been made following a rigorous design and assessment phase, which was carried out in partnership between BAE Systems, Tods Defence […]
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Provision of Close Protection Service for the British Embassy in Guatemala.
Provision of Close Protection Service for the British Embassy in Guatemala.
Invitation to tender for the Provision of Close Protection for the Embassy in Guatemala for the Ambassa
RUSI experts have delivered a new paper that examines Defence Innovation and the UK, and implications of the US Third Offset Strategy. Delivered by Professor John Louth, Professor Trevor Taylor and Doctor Andrew Tyler, the paper looks at UK defence equipment and its vulnerabilities, suggesting there needs to be more commitment to research, innovation and […]
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The first steel on the new Type 26 Frigates has been cut by Defence Secretary Michael Fallon. During the ceremony, held at BAE Systems Shipyard in Glasgow, the Defence Secretary also revealed that the first ship will be named after the city where it is being built, Glasgow. The name is particularly apt, with the […]
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Businesses today recognise the cyber threat but are unclear as to how to respond and governments should help them, Radware’s Carl Herberger tells defence writer Mark Lane. Some striking results have emerged from a recent canvassing of businesses on cyber security. US-based cyber security service provider Radware, which regularly surveys chief information officers (CIOs), this […]
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The Ministry of Defence has launched an innovative new strategy to improve mental health and wellbeing of Forces personnel and their families, veterans, and defence civilians. The strategy was launched by Minister for Defence People and Veterans Tobias Ellwood at the International Ministerial Conference on Veterans’ issues. The Defence People Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy […]
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The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to solicit Raytheon Company (1847 W Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI, 02871-1087) on a sole source basis, Number N00024-17-R-6406, for a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract modification to NAVSEA contract N00024-15-C-
Provision of Close Protection Services for the Embassy in Guatemala. All tender documentation will be published, and all substantive communication between the Authority and bidders will be conducted via the FCO’s e-Procurement Portal, Bravo Solution. URL
Third annual statement on how the government supports national security by preventing and resolving conflict, building and keeping peace. I wish to update the House on how the Government has been supporting our national security interests through conflict prevention, peace building, stabilisation, peacekeeping and conflict resolution using the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF). Details of […]
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The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has a requirement, on a sole source basis, to purchase MTU America Inc. Brand-name parts which support the operation and maintenance of the 20V1163TB93 Main Propulsion Diesel Engines (MDE), installed on the USCG 418′ M
Scheme comprises part demolition of building; construction of a three storey building; single storey front extension; and new first floor link way, in connection with the use of the site.The associated works include sewer systems, landscaping, infrastruct
A new survey has revealed a worrying trend in the security arena, with a third of security professionals lack effective intelligence to detect and action cyber threats. The survey, from Anomali – market leaders in threat intelligence platforms, also shows that almost a quarter believe they are over a year behind the average threat actor, […]
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The first testing service for autonomous maritime vehicles is to be delivered by BAE Systems. With a grant awarded of £457,000 from Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the service is due to be launched later this year. Based around Portsmouth, Southampton and the South East of the Isle of Wight, BAE Systems together with ASV […]
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Some $3.5M has been awarded to six university teams by the DoD which will fund research into robotics for disaster relief. The funding has come as part of a joint research project with the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy (MOTIE) and will see joint teams funded by through sponsored US and […]
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