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DVD2026 launches SME Zone

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DVD2026 launches SME Zone

24 June 2026

For the first time, the UK biennial defence industry exhibition DVD2026 - being held 16th and 17th September at UTAC Millbrook - is removing barriers to entry for small businesses, with the introduction of a dedicated SME Zone.

Digital Twin solutions set to deliver on UK-wide industrial transformation

Aerospace Defence Security

Digital Twin solutions set to deliver on UK-wide industrial transformation

24 June 2026

Digital Catapult has concluded its inaugural Digital Twin Adoption Accelerator which showcased cutting-edge digital twin solutions developed by nine small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) from across the UK.

Intelligent Energy advances commercial hydrogen aviation

Aerospace

Intelligent Energy advances commercial hydrogen aviation

24 June 2026

Intelligent Energy has successfully completed H2GEAR (Hydrogen Electric Aircraft Propulsion System) - the UK’s flagship hydrogen aviation research programme - and is now applying the technology, expertise and infrastructure developed through the project to its next phase: commercial hydrogen fuel cell systems for zero-emission aircraft.

Rollestone Camp investment supports welfare of training troops

Defence

Rollestone Camp investment supports welfare of training troops

24 June 2026

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), together with Landmarc and regional construction specialist Knights Brown Construction, has delivered a new £7 million kitchen facility at Rollestone Camp.

Marshall Land Systems appoints Stuart Evans as CFO

Defence

Marshall Land Systems appoints Stuart Evans as CFO

24 June 2026

Marshall Land Systems has appointed Stuart Evans as Chief Financial Officer, to lead the company’s global finance function.

Gatwick Northern Runway Project cleared for take-off by High Court

Aerospace

Gatwick Northern Runway Project cleared for take-off by High Court

23 June 2026

The High Court in London has today upheld the UK Government’s decision to grant consent for Gatwick Airport’s Northern Runway Project.

Met to introduce LFR across London

Security

Met to introduce LFR across London's West End

23 June 2026

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has an ambitious plan to rollout the use of static Live Facial Recognition (LFR) cameras across London's West End by the end of the year, building on the success of a pioneering pilot in Croydon.

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Altus Group expands portfolio with SEHO partnership

Aerospace Defence

Altus Group expands portfolio with SEHO partnership

23 June 2026

Redditch based Altus Group has announced a new partnership with SEHO Systems GmbH, a German manufacturer specialising in wave and selective soldering systems, automation technology as well as THT inspection solutions.

Rotron Aerospace completes Project Brakestop SkyLance trial

Defence

Rotron Aerospace completes Project Brakestop SkyLance trial

23 June 2026

Rotron Aerospace Ltd has completed the successful trial of its SkyLance One Way Effect system under the UK Ministry of Defence's Project Brakestop: a Task Force Kindred funded project.

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What the Procurement Act 2023 means for defence suppliers

Features

What the Procurement Act 2023 means for defence suppliers

19 June 2026

Darren Blackburn, Managing Partner at 4C Associates, sets out what it takes to compete and succeed now that the Procurement Act 2023 has rewritten the rules of defence and public sector bidding, especially for SMEs.

DVD2026: Aligning people, systems and decisions

Focus

DVD2026: Aligning people, systems and decisions

4 June 2026

As the land equipment sector prepares for the premier biennial event at UTAC Millbrook on 16th and 17th September 2026, the narrative for this year’s exhibition has officially been set, Connected for Combat - Aligning people, systems and decisions.

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Security

Met to introduce LFR across London's West End

23 June 2026

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has an ambitious plan to rollout the use of static Live Facial Recognition (LFR) cameras across London's West End by the end of the year, building on the success of a pioneering pilot in Croydon.

Space

UK plays key role in SMILE mission launched to examine Earth’s magnetic shield

19 May 2026

UK scientists and companies are at the heart of the pioneering Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE) mission - launched into orbit today - that will transform our understanding of how Earth is protected from the Sun.

Aerospace Security

NPAS supports South Wales Police op targeting illegal bikes

1 May 2026

The National Police Air Service (NPAS) supported South Wales Police during a targeted operation in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot to tackle the illegal and anti‑social use of electric bikes and motorbikes.

Defence

MarineAI signs Armed Forces Covenant

27 April 2026

Plymouth-based MarineAI has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to supporting the UK’s Armed Forces community.

Security Events

UK urged to take AI cyber threats seriously

22 April 2026

At CYBERUK 2026 - currently taking place at the SEC Glasgow (21st - 23rd April) - Dr Richard Horne, the CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre (a part of GCHQ), gave a keynote speech focused on the challenges raised by rapid technological change dominated by AI and preparation for migration to post-quantum cryptography.

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Events Calendar

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September 2026

November 2026

January 2027

25 - 29 January 2027

March 2027

9 - 12 March 2027

June 2027

14 - 20 June 2027

September 2027

7 - 10 September 2027

February 2028

15 - 20 February 2028
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