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. ...
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 ...
The Defence Secretary, Sir Michael Fallon, has announced that three new regional hubs will be set up, helping Britain to broaden it’s defence reach. The hubs, to be based in the Gulf, Asia Pacific and West Africa, will help the UK provide greater focus to these regions, and by working with ...
Announced as part of the Defence Innovation Initiative, the Defence and Security Accelerator is officially launched today. Devised as a conduit for collaboration between industry, government defence and security departments, academia, and allies, the Accelerator will allow the rapid development of innovative solutions to the most pressing security challenges. The Accelerator has ...