Defence Blog Posts

Andrew Kinniburgh – Director-General at Make UK Defence, the UK’s Defence Supply Chain champions and Make UK’s Defence Trade Association.  The Role of UK Manufacturing

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in the UK defence sector, contributing to national security and economic growth. These organisations help drive

The United Kingdom has a new piece of legislation called the Procurement Act 2023. It replaces the earlier guidelines derived from EU standards with a

The Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations (DSPCR) offer a structured, lawful framework for the procurement of security agreements in the UK. Developed to provide clarity, competition, and obedience,

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) spends billions annually on everything from fighter jets to cybersecurity—but landing a defence contract isn’t just about having a

In the year 2023, the United Kingdom’s defence budget was around $52.8 billion. This budget is expected to grow steadily from 2024 to 2028, with

New technologies, including artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, are transforming the defence sector. The fast development of these technologies helps nations and defence organisations transform

Introduction to Quantum Computing in Defence Procurement Quantum computing is taking defence industry by storm, where it is providing the defence industry the unparalleled computational

Global military spending reached a staggering $2.44 trillion in 2023, underscoring the rapid expansion of the defence sector and its critical role in national security.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are vital in the UK defence sector. These enterprises offer specialised solutions and digital innovation and contribute a wealth of

In the 2023/24 financial year, the government of the UK spent 51.5 billion British pounds on military defence, which was by far the highest category

Quantum computing is ready to transform the defence sector by providing unrivalled computational power and problem solving power. Unlike classical computers, quantum computers use the

Sustainable practices and eco-friendly defence solutions are becoming vital to procurement strategies as the global defence sector seeks to balance operational effectiveness with environmental responsibility.

Introduction: The Need for Long-Term Defence Contracts In the defence sector, securing long term contracts is more important than ever. The industry is unpredictable as

Introduction to Unmanned Systems in Defence Drones especially unmanned systems are changing the way modern defence forces operate. These devices offer previously unavailable capabilities for

Cyber-related crime has soared in recent years, with reported incidents increasing by 31% since the pandemic, and more than 7.78 million British businesses reporting experiencing

Military healthcare is a vital component of the military strategic goal of ensuring that personnel are fit and healthy to carry out their duties at

Rising conflicts worldwide have helped accelerate the testing and use of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous warfare weaponry. The modern-day battleground is becoming increasingly digital,