The UK defence sector’s ongoing modernisation of military communications systems, driven by the critical role these technologies play in modern warfare, presents both opportunities and significant challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The market for military communications is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.25% ...
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has announced the successful neutralisation of multiple unauthorised drones during a recent NATO summit in The Hague, which took place between 24 and 25 June 2025. This operation underscored the critical role of Dstl’s SAPIENT open standard in facilitating coordinated international defence responses ...
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £320 million contract to IBM UK to deliver a new platform designed to transform the way the Armed Forces manage and maintain equipment, a development that will both strengthen military capability and generate significant opportunities across the defence supply chain. The Defence Equipment ...
The UK is enhancing the protection of its vital satellite infrastructure through a new investment in advanced sensor technology designed to counter laser-based threats from adversaries. This initiative, a collaboration between the UK Space Command (UKSC) and the UK Space Agency (UKSA), aims to safeguard satellites critical to national security, ...
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
June 16, 2026
Land - Finnish Armoured Vehicle Output to Scale Rapidly as Valmet Automotive Expands Patria Partnership
Finnish contract manufacturer Valmet Automotive has signed a new multi-year agreement with Patria to significantly scale production of the Patria
