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Veolia: Specialist decommissioning for military installations

April 23, 2026

As the Ministry of Defence (MOD) accelerates the generational renewal of its estate and prepares for the AUKUS submarine programme, the safe and sustainable decommissioning of legacy infrastructure has become a critical strategic priority. Through innovative partnerships, Veolia is delivering advanced decommissioning capabilities that de-risk complex programmes, accelerate delivery timelines, ...

Why logistics partnerships are critical to defence supply chains

April 10, 2026

Defence manufacturers and military organisations rely on some of the most complex supply chains in global industry. Critical components and mission-essential equipment are often produced, maintained or upgraded across multiple countries before reaching final assembly facilities, integration sites or operational units. Across this network, the movement of sensitive technologies and equipment ...

Urgent transport of high-value defence engineering components

March 26, 2026

A leading UK defence engineering organisation required urgent transport of large, high-value engineering components between manufacturing facilities supporting a critical defence programme.   The cargo was oversized, unstackable and high value, requiring specialist handling and secure transport throughout the journey. With production schedules already under pressure, the shipment needed to move within ...

Mission-ready supply chains: Supporting defence production and operational readiness

March 25, 2026

Defence manufacturing operates under a level of scrutiny few other industries experience. Production delays do not simply affect commercial outcomes – they can directly impact operational readiness. From armoured vehicle components to avionics systems, the movement of defence equipment demands precision, security and speed. When critical parts fail to arrive on ...