While established defence contractors and large prime integrators play a crucial role in the UK and European defence sectors, there is a compelling argument for investing in early to mid-stage companies led by UK and European entrepreneurs with crucial military or security experience. These companies are often better positioned to ...
The government has confirmed a series of reforms under the forthcoming Defence Industrial Strategy, aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of UK defence businesses in international markets and expanding opportunities for the supply chain. A central measure will allow companies to apply for export licences while bidding for contracts overseas, removing the ...
The UK–Japan defence relationship continues to deliver substantial industrial and economic benefits, with new figures confirming significant investment and employment gains in the UK supply chain. The announcement came as Defence Secretary John Healey visited Japan for the first time, meeting Prime Minister Ishiba and Defence Minister Nakatani during the ...
Make UK Defence, the leading champion of the UK defence supply chain representing over 700 members across the country and growing every month, is proud to showcase its members at this year’s DSEI – the world’s leading defence and security exhibition. Its members range from the largest defence primes to ...
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