BAE Systems in collaboration with Defense Unicorns, have announced that their joint solution has achieved 'Awardable' status for US Department of Defense (DoD) work through the US Platform One (P1) Solutions Marketplace.

UK Government plans to deliver jobs across the country by unlocking the full economic potential of Britain's defence sector are being unveiled today.

Construction has started on a new 50-bedroom Single Living Accommodation (SLA) block at RAF Cosford in Shropshire.

Homes England and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have agreed that land at Ripon Barracks, a military site scheduled for closure, will be developed into 1,300 new homes following a sale between the two public sector organisations.

The Royal Navy has - for the first time - established an autonomous minesweeping capability, after new systems were delivered to help combat the rapidly evolving threat of naval mines.

Serco has appointed Keith Williams to the Board as a Non-Executive Director and Chair designate.

The US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has selected BAE Systems to continue development and support deployment of the Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Operations Kit (BATDOK) via the new Force Optimization through Rapid-prototyping, Gear Enhancements & Innovative Technology (FORGE-IT) programme.

Boeing has appointed Stephen (Steve) Parker as president and chief executive officer of its Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business, effective immediately.

Over 200 senior business leaders, investors, policymakers and academics from across the UK gathered this week at the Lancashire Cyber Festival to discuss Lancashire’s opportunity to become a global leader in cyber-enabled defence and security.

Airframe Designs has aligned its material systems with the US National Centre for Advanced Materials Performance (NCAMP) which works with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and industry partners to support its existing testing processes.

Clarion Events Defence and Security has announced the appointment of Colonel (ret) Bernd Kögel as Managing Director of DSEI Germany, effective 1st October 2025.

Raytheon UK has been awarded the Gold Employee Recognition Scheme award by the Ministry of Defence, in recognition of Raytheon UK’s ongoing commitment to the armed forces community and their support for the Armed Forces Covenant.

Research by Oxford Economics has revealed that the UK Government’s ambition to deliver a 'defence dividend' is already taking effect, with the nation’s biggest defence company, BAE Systems, contributing £13.7 billion to national GDP in 2024, accounting for one in every £200 of the country’s economic output.

Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) has completed the sale of three Landing Craft Air Cushion (Light) (LCAC(L)) hovercraft and all associated spares to the Pakistan Navy.

Siemens and NVIDIA are expanding their partnership to accelerate the next era of industrial AI and digitalisation, towards enabling the factory of the future.

With the Ministry of Defence doubling down on technology to futureproof the UK’s armed forces, this year’s DSEI UK (9th–12th September, Excel London) will unveil its updated Tech Zone with more than 100 tech companies, a hub for the cutting-edge innovation which is set to reshape British defence and security.

Marshall has announced the completion of the sale of its subsidiary, Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd., to Mangohojden AB, formerly known as Goldcup 101485 AB, a privately held Swedish company seeking to develop a group of specialist aerospace and defence businesses.

Development and commercialisation organisation (DCO) specialising in advanced materials, Lucideon, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) to drive next-gen performance in advanced ceramics.

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today announced the strategic evolution of the Teledyne FLIR OEM brand.

Today the UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) has been formally established and begins work to streamline delivery of innovative technology to British Armed Forces personnel.

A smart technology trial by VIVO Defence Services, in partnership with Equans, has resulted in a 44% reduction in energy use in a Single Living Accommodation (SLA) barrack block on a military base.

Following consultation with stakeholders, the SSRO has published new guidance on how the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts applies to qualifying sub-contracts (QSCs).

For the past seven years, BAE Systems and STEM Returners have been working together to help engineers across the UK return to work after a career break and today the partnership has announced a new programme at BAE Maritime and Land Defence Solutions in Portsmouth and the Radar Integration Test Facility in Cowes, which will include 10 positions and see the ...

The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) are consulting on updates to the way that profit rates for defence-related single source contracts are calculated.

DXC Technology has opened an office in Farnborough, that is to be home to DXC's dedicated Aerospace and Defence Hub.

Advanced materials specialist Syensqo and Terma, provider of mission-critical solutions in aerospace, defence and security, have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to develop joint initiatives in composites for next-generation aerospace and defence applications.

Babcock has announced transformative plans to locate more than 2,000 of its workforce from its Devonport Royal Dockyard facility, to the heart of Plymouth City Centre, as part of a trailblazing approach to support regional regeneration across the UK.

His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton KCB ADC FREng to take over from Admiral Sir Tony Radakin KCB ADC as the next Chief of the Defence Staff, with effect from September 2025.

The US Defense Logistics Agency has awarded QinetiQ US a $7.7 million contract to provide survivability solutions for the US Air Force (USAF) C-5 Galaxy fleet.

Expleo's near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

The Eurofighter Radar Mk1 Consortium partners HENSOLDT and Indra have completed the production of the first radars with the advanced subsystems for the Processor and the Antenna Power Supply & Control (APSC).

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is inviting those with Programmable Elements (PE) software skills, to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the UK's future and shape the next generation of combat air technology, by joining the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme.

IFS today announced the acquisition of TheLoops, a cutting-edge innovator in autonomous AI agent technology.

The new Janet Harvey Hall has officially opened at BAE Systems’ shipyard in Glasgow, transforming shipbuilding on the Clyde.

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers (REME Aviation) have signed an agreement enabling soldiers both past and present to transfer their qualifications and skills to relevant roles in the civil aviation sector.

Marshall and STORM Adapt, a Norwegian engineering specialist, have agreed to explore a broad manufacturing and distribution partnership focusing on STORM’s highly successful vehicle mounted Rapid Adapt and Deploy Systems (RADS).

BAE Systems has officially opened a digital engineering hub in the West Midlands which will develop talent to support UK submarine building and provide 150 jobs in the local area.

The UK will purchase 12 new F-35A fighter jets and join NATO’s dual capable aircraft nuclear mission.

Serco has today launched a new Net Zero Standard for its suppliers, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable procurement and to partnering with its suppliers to reach Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner.

The Chomerics Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has introduced a new low-durometer EMI shielding gasket for use in both military and commercial electronics applications.

Supacat Asia Pacific has just signed a new strategic alliance agreement with ISTEC Services Limited, a British company with 36 years' experience in the design, manufacture, supply and support of complex weapon integration solutions for military platforms, to collectively enhance regional defence and security solutions.

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has placed an order worth approximately £10.2 million for Avon Protection FM50 respirators in support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

A Leidos-led modernisation initiative, involving companies from France, Germany, Italy and the UK, aims to enhance NATO's IT infrastructure.

Kraken Technology Group, a UK-based provider of uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) has secured funding commitments from major strategic investors, including the NATO Innovation Fund, the UK’s National Security Strategic Investment Fund (NSSIF) and European venture capital firm Superangel, in a major boost to the company’s expansion.

Helix has appointed Graham Belgum as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding co-founder Darren Cairns who will continue in a senior advisory role.

Edgewing, a joint venture bringing together international aerospace leaders BAE Systems (UK), Leonardo (Italy) and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. Ltd (Japan) has been launched to deliver next generation combat aircraft under the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

The UK Government’s modern Industrial Strategy has been published today, containing measures to forge a new relationship between business and government, with plans to increase investment and growth in advanced manufacturing.

IFS has announced the appointment of Mark Buongiorno as President, Aerospace & Defence.

BAE Systems has partnered with the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center (DEVCOM-AC) to advance the capabilities of the M109-52 Self-Propelled Howitzer prototype.

Smith Myers has joined forces with aviation training and simulation provider JD2E to showcase their latest solutions at the Paris Airshow 2025.

At the Paris Air Show (16th-22nd June 2025), Thales is presenting a new electronic warfare solution to meet the need for more closely integrated electromagnetic dominance operations across all military units.

Safran Electronics & Defense and Babcock International Group, have announced plans to increase collaboration across multidomain mission systems, aircraft engines, space systems, tactical and strategic communications.

The UK Government has released £204.6m of funding towards the production and integration of an advanced new radar for the latest Eurofighter Typhoon jets for the Royal Air Force (RAF).

Serco announced today that it has retained its contract to provide support to the US Navy’s amphibious warfare ships and systems.

Babcock France, part of Babcock International Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with French aircraft manufacturer Aura Aero at the Paris Airshow, to develop Integral, a new-generation electric training aircraft with aerobatic capabilities.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) returns to Paris in 2025 with a variety of new products and concepts highlighting the future of uncrewed airpower.

More than 200 support trucks bought under a rapid procurement process are now in the hands of the British Army and are being used on vital training exercises, with more to follow.

Astroscale Ltd has been awarded a contract worth £5.15 million by the UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), via BAE Systems as the Dstl Serapis Framework lead.

Following a carefully coordinated marine transfer, HMS Venturer has now returned to Babcock's Rosyth facility where outfitting and systems integration will continue in preparation for sea trials.

BAE Systems is working alongside Avioniq to trial AI-driven decision aid technology on Eurofighter Typhoon to explore how it could give fighter jet pilots uniquely optimised threat updates whilst airborne.

The UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors added £42.2 billion to the UK economy in 2024, according to new data from ADS, equating to a 64% increase over the last decade.

Babcock and the Polish Air Force University have unveiled plans to use leading edge technology and sensory rich training to prepare military personnel for the fast-changing nature of modern warfare.

PTC has unveiled its model-based definition (MBD) capabilities within its Onshape computer-aided design (CAD) and product data management (PDM) platform - with Aura Aero - at the Paris Air Show.

The UK Defence Secretary John Healey has officially opened a landmark £25 million BAE Systems artillery factory that is the first to restore critical gun barrel manufacturing capability in the UK.

QinetiQ recently delivered live and virtual operational training for the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group and NATO allies as part of Exercise Med Strike.

Serco has been awarded three contracts to continue to support the US Air Force in Europe (USAFE) at their key bases in the UK, following a competitive process.

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has enabled a major multinational training exercise alongside NATO allies on Braunton Burrows Training Area, demonstrating its crucial role in supporting military capability.

BAE Systems has been awarded a $1.2 billion contract by US Space Systems Command to provide the US Space Force with missile tracking satellite capabilities.

HMS Bristol, the only Type 82 in existence, has been sold for recycling by ship recycling experts from the Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Defence Recycling & Disposals Team, on behalf of the Royal Navy.

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has trialled an underwater robot which can prevent adversaries from sabotaging undersea cables and pipelines by disarming or removing threats.

Universal Defence and Security Solutions (UDSS) has announced the appointment of Marcus Roberts as Special Projects Coordinator.

BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop technology and collaborative working to deliver an advanced multi-sensor satellite system for international markets.

The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system.

Galvion has been awarded a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) contract for their Galvion Hellbender Federal Edition (FE) helmet (previously identified as the Hellbender R7/TE).

Babcock International Group has launched a new apprenticeship welding school in Bristol, which will fuse traditional welding training with augmented reality, providing a skills boost to the region and UK defence.

Rolls-Royce has reached agreement on a significant scope of work to support Batch One of the River-class destroyer (RCD) programme for the Royal Canadian Navy.

Major General Anna-Lee Reilly CB has been announced as the new Director General (DG) Core Delivery for Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S).

The UK Government is ramping up investment in new and emerging technologies for the British Army and Royal Navy to provide a major boost in lethality and the effectiveness of their military operations around the world, following the Strategic Defence Review.

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems $30 million to refresh the AN/APX-123A(V) Common Transponder (CXP), upgrading the current Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) technology which provides time-critical insights that help prevent friendly fire incidents.

Babcock has been awarded a three-year contract to prepare for the first nuclear defueling of a decommissioned Trafalgar Class submarine in over 20 years.

BAE Systems has unveiled its new shiplift and land level repair complex during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the company’s Jacksonville, Florida shipyard.

Babcock has reached a major milestone on the demonstrator programme to fully dismantle and recycle a UK decommissioned nuclear-powered submarine, with the first major cut made on the demonstrator submarine’s exterior.

British modelling and simulation software company Skyral today announced it has raised $20 million in a Series A funding round led by European venture capital firm NOIA Capital.

Cambridge based Blighter has unveiled its longest-range smart border surveillance radar system which can detect a person 15km or 9.3 miles away with just 4 Watts of power – that’s the same as what is needed to power a mobile phone or a modern LED light bulb.

NatWest is supporting Coventry-based military armour and vehicle support specialists NP Aerospace with a multimillion pound funding package to grow its global business.

UK troops and warships will be protected by drone and laser weapon technology through a major £5 billion investment, as the UK seeks to become the leading edge of innovation in NATO under the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) and driven by lessons from Ukraine.

The UK Government has released the 2025 Strategic Defence Review (SDR), setting out a strategy to transform the nation's defence for the next decade and beyond.

Members of Universal Defence and Security Solutions (UDSS) have made significant contributions to the imminent UK 2025 Strategic Defence Review (SDR), a landmark assessment of Britain’s defence posture, priorities and capabilities.

Portland based G3 Systems Limited has won a major new contract to supply the Netherlands Ministry of Defence (MOD) with circa 700 flatracks and containers, as part of their Wissellaadsystemen, Trekker-opleggercombinaties and WielBergingsvoertuigen (WTB) programme.

Navantia UK, which recently bought Harland & Wolff, has launched 55 UK apprenticeships in Belfast and Appledore, giving successful candidates the unique opportunity to work on the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme to support the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group.

NP Aerospace has today announced the placement of a contract by Marshall Canada with NP Aerospace Canada, for the design and delivery of Armoured Personnel Transport Modules (APTM) as part of their wider Logistic Vehicle Modernization (LVM) programme.

QinetiQ’s Banshee Jet 40+ aerial target has been approved for use in training International armed forces at NATO’s Missile Firing Installation (NAMFI) in Souda Bay, Crete, after successfully meeting the necessary safety standards.

Applied Intuition UK has formally launched with the opening of their office in London.

QinetiQ US won a $41 million, three-year task order to provide software and technology integration support for a counter-UAS project under the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) C5ISR Center.

HMS Venturer, the first of five Type 31 frigates being constructed by Babcock in Scotland for the Royal Navy, has rolled out of its purpose-built Venturer Building in Rosyth.

TheCityUK and ADS have today released a landmark paper setting out how greater private-public cooperation can de-risk defence and enable the businesses responsible for UK security to access the financial and related professional services they require to develop.

Serco has today announced it has completed the acquisition of Northrop Grumman’s mission training and satellite ground network communications software business (MT&S) - having all necessary regulatory approvals - finalised at a purchase price of $327 million (£245 million).

The UK government and international allies have exposed Russia’s military intelligence service for a campaign of malicious cyber activity against western logistics entities and technology companies.

Tyron Runflat, inventor of the world’s only multipiece rubber Runflat system, is celebrating its latest team investment with the appointment of experienced Logistics & Administration Operative, Beata Sleightholme.

Marshall has appointed Andrew Auker-Howlett as Head of Manufacturing Support, a key role underpinning the company’s maintenance, repair, overhaul and engineering activities.

Teledyne Technologies has announced the release of three variants of industrial CMOS sensors, with resolutions ranging from 1.3MP up to 67MP, following a delta space qualification methodology and radiation testing.

QinetiQ Group plc has been awarded a five-year, £1.54 billion extension to its Long Term Partnering Agreement (LTPA) with the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) that will transform the provision of mission critical test and evaluation capabilities and services that help to enhance operational readiness of the UK and allied nations.