The UK Government has announced a £2Bn increase in lending capacity to support UK defence exports, unlocking new opportunities for businesses and strengthening the country’s defence industry. Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled the plan during a visit to Scotland, confirming that UK Export Finance (UKEF) will expand its Direct Lending capacity from ...
Puma Berry: managing projects to reduce risk, streamline operations, and provide cost-effective solutions With IR35 reshaping the defence and aerospace sectors, companies and contractors have been searching for a way to fulfil contracts without the administrative burden of conforming to the new regulations. Companies are overpaying yet struggling to secure the right ...
The UK Government has unveiled new support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) following its historic commitment to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP. The move is expected to strengthen national security, drive economic growth, and create thousands of jobs across the country. During a visit to JFD Global in ...
The continued rise of drones in conflict The use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, has surged in recent years, redefining modern warfare. The conflict in Ukraine has underscored their significance, with thousands of drones deployed daily for reconnaissance, targeting, and direct attacks. What was once a ...
June 17, 2026
Homeland - Healey Resignation Signals Spending Crisis at Heart of UK Defence - What It Means for Industry
The resignation of Defence Secretary John Healey has laid bare a serious fault line in the government’s approach to defence
June 16, 2026
Homeland - Yorkshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster Launches
Four Yorkshire mayors have united to launch the Yorkshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster (YRDSC), a new member-led body designed
