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DE&S welcomes two new directors

Homeland January 6, 2017

Paul Skinner, Chairman of Defence Equipment & Support, has announced the appointment of two new non-executive directors to the board. Dr Ros Rivaz and Mr Iain Lanaghan joined the DE&S board on 1st January 2017 to provide support, advice and strategic direction to the organisation. The new directors will bring over ...

UK Security industry booming

Homeland January 5, 2017

ADS, the UK security industry trade association, released figures last month that show export growth for the industry is booming. The figures, collated annually, show that the growth is into double-digits: up 18% on 2015 and generating some £4Bn for the UK economy, a clear indication of the UK’s developing ...

In step with small businesses

Homeland January 3, 2017

The UK Ministry of Defence is determined to put small businesses at the heart of its procurement, helping to deliver innovation and value for money across the supply chain. From developing innovation challenges to setting a spend target, the MOD is encouraging small businesses to step onto the defence supply chain. ...

Karimia Mosque signs Armed Forces Covenant

Homeland December 14, 2016

A new era of support for the Armed Forces is being saluted as Muslim owned businesses commit to supporting members of the military. Nottingham-based Karimia Mosque and Institute has signed the Armed Forces Covenant in a significant moment, formally recognising and supporting the important role the Armed Forces play in the ...