Defence Blog Posts

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), which manages the defence estate, has published new building performance standards, which are expected to save the taxpayer between 15 and 20% on MOD construction programmes. Infrastructure is a vital defence capability delivering accommodation, training facilities and critical assets such as runways and workshops to enable our armed forces to live, […]

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At the FIDAE exhibition in Chile, Leonardo announced the award of a contract to outfit the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a defensive aids suite (DAS) for a brand new fleet of Apache AH-64E helicopters. Under related contracts with both the MOD and Boeing, Leonardo will integrate sensor technology with state-of-the-art countermeasures to ensure […]

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The US Army’s Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) has awarded Lockheed Martin a next-phase contract to continue maturing the Modular Active Protection Systems (MAPS) controller base kit hardware and software and to support government integration efforts ahead of platform demonstrations scheduled to take place through 2019. MAPS is designed to enable protection […]

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Jacobs Engineering Group has been selected by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District, to deliver architectural and engineering consulting services for the development, assessment, design, monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects in more than 15 African nations. The works falls under the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), responsible for all US Department of Defense […]

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Poland has agreed to a deal with the US Government to buy the Northrup Grumman-developed Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) Battle Command System (IBCS). The government of Poland signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, which allows the US government to start contracting with Northrop Grumman for production and delivery of IBCS that enables […]

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On the Tuesday of last week, we attended the Defence Procurement and Supply Chain Event (DPRTE) in Cardiff. This was our first time in attendance so we were very much walking into the unknown. For those that haven’t been, the event caters very specifically to the Aerospace and Defence supply chain and as such the […]

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Declassified patents provide an intriguing insight into Britain’s Cold War history and this example of technology first filed back in 1959 is no exception. Rooted in early analogue electronics, it could seem quite straightforward by modern day standards, but at the time it was an example of cutting edge technology and due to its relevance […]

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On Sunday 1st April Royal Air Force staff past and present gathered in London to commemorate the RAF’s much anticipated centenary. Members old and new joined industry partners and representatives from the Royal Air Force Association and Royal Air Force Air Cadets to officially kick-off RAF100 – a six month celebration of the RAF. On […]

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BAE Systems has delivered a brand new Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) to the U.S. Army, designed to bolster the capabilities of its Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT). With command and control, troop transport, mortar, and medical evacuation and treatment applications, the AMPV will make a significant contribution to the ABCT formation. BAE Systems has now […]

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Summary of Requirements: BAE Systems Maritime – Submarines is soliciting interest from Industry for the Requirements Definition, Design and Manufacture of a high integrity (SIL3), real time, safety monitoring sub-system for a submarine platform. BAE Systems Maritime – Submarines wish to receive expressions of interest by 27 April 2018 from companies which have the ability […]

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International Trade Secretary Dr Liam Fox has launched a new Cyber Security Export Strategy to bolster defence capabilities within the UK and outside the country. Cyber attacks continue to pose a significant threat to NATO countries, multinational corporations and UK-based businesses. Now, the government is urging organisations across the UK and its allies to shore […]

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The Ministry of Defence will benefit from an extra £800 million in the next financial year, the Chancellor and Defence Secretary have confirmed. This includes access to £600 million from the Dreadnought contingency, announced in 2015, and will ensure that the UK’s new world-class nuclear submarines are delivered on time and within the £31 billion budget […]

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Defence Procurement, Research, Technology & Exportability (DPRTE) 2018 was billed as the defence procurement event of the year and the huge numbers that made their way to the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff were certainly not disappointed. With more than 1500 key decision makers from the defence procurement world in attendance, DPRTE 2018 provided a unique […]

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The British Army has taken a step towards exploring a deal for a fleet of new armoured vehicles, potentially supporting at least 1,000 British jobs, by announcing it is re-joining the Boxer programme. The UK will re-join the Boxer programme and explore options to equip the Army with the 8×8 troop carriers to modernise its […]

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How Defence FMs can drive savings and compliance across assets Think of the fundamental assets of an air force, naval or army base and you are likely to think of the obvious – fighter jets, vessels, ships, and armoured vehicles. Ask Henry Simpson, Director at Defence FM specialist Adler & Allan, and his response is rather […]

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Viasat has announced the availability of ViaSat-2 satellite communications (SATCOM) service for government, defence and military applications. The service leverages the world’s most advanced communications satellite, ViaSat-2, along with innovations in ground networking technologies, that will deliver significant performance advantages over any other commercial or US Department of Defense (DoD) SATCOM system. Earlier this month, […]

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