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Supply chain comes together to support logistics and procurement

Land March 16, 2026

Last week, a significant strategic alliance named Torus Defence Supply Chain was unveiled, bringing together four global industry leaders – Amentum, GXO Logistics, Accenture, and A.P. Moller – Maersk – to transform the UK defence sector’s logistics and procurement framework.

This collaboration is specifically designed to align with the UK Government’s evolving policy shift, which prioritises operational readiness, data exploitation, and supply chain visibility over traditional models. By integrating the diverse capabilities of these Tier 1 contractors, the alliance seeks to enhance sovereign capability and provide the agile capacity necessary for the Ministry of Defence to navigate an increasingly complex global threat landscape.

Each member of the alliance provides a distinct, mission-critical function within the integrated model. Amentum serves as the lead integrator and programme manager, leveraging over 60 years of experience in UK defence operations and procurement. This role is supported by a significant expansion of its UK footprint; following an announcement in September 2025, the company is on track to add 3,000 personnel to its existing 6,000-strong UK workforce over the next four years. GXO Logistics will spearhead the development and operation of physical logistics solutions. Its capacity in the UK was recently bolstered by the acquisition of Wincanton, a longstanding partner to the UK defence sector. GXO currently operates across 450 sites in the country and employs more than 60,000 people, providing the scale and infrastructure required to maintain resilient supply chains under high-pressure conditions.

Technological innovation and global reach form the remaining pillars of the Torus alliance. Accenture is tasked with leading the digital reinvention of the supply chain, implementing AI-powered decision support and data-driven visibility systems. This digital enablement is intended to create a single version of the truth, allowing for real-time adjustments that balance cost, resilience, and mission readiness across diverse military domains. Complementing this, Maersk provides an extensive global movement network, utilising its own fleet and assets to ensure the secure and compliant transport of government cargo.

For businesses within the UK defence supply chain, this alliance signals a move toward more integrated, data-heavy procurement environments. The collaboration is also committed to investing in domestic infrastructure and fostering digital skills in local communities, suggesting sustained opportunities for sub-contractors and technology providers capable of integrating into this high-readiness ecosystem. By moving away from just-in-time logistics toward a model of assured readiness, the Torus alliance aims to provide the UK defence sector with a more robust and adaptable sovereign supply chain.

The announcement comes prior to DPRTE, the UK’s leading defence procurement and supply chain event, which takes place on 25th and 26th March at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre. Visit GXO (Stand 99) and Amentum (Stand 65) to find out more.

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