Advancing UK Aerospace, Defence, Security & Space Solutions Worldwide
  • Home
  • /
  • Defence
  • /
  • Dstl receives raft of special awards

Defence Security Events

Dstl receives raft of special awards

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) Chief Scientific Advisor (CSA) Professor Dame Angela McLean has awarded the latest CSA Commendations at a special ceremony at the MoD HQ in London, with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) presented with a significant number of special awards.

Above: MoD Chief Scientific Advisor (CSA) Professor Dame Angela McLean, presents an award to Dstl staff.
Courtesy MoD

The awards recognise exceptional contributions made by individuals and teams working in science and engineering across defence.

While there were numerous awards across the MoD, the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) was presented a significant number of awards for 2020 and 2021, with a special Organisational Award recognising hundreds of individuals across Dstl who had been involved in supporting the COVID-19 pandemic effort.

Advertisement
ODU RT

Colleagues provided support to defence, the health services and partners across government who sought out Dstl’s scientific expertise and advice to lead and help combat coronavirus and protect the health of UK citizens.

Dstl’s Chief Executive Paul Hollinshead said: "I’m so proud that Dstl’s support has been recognised in this way. Dstl’s scientific excellence helped to maintain defence outputs, support the nation’s health response and the government’s decision-making, as well as increase the fundamental scientific understanding of the virus itself."

More than 350 scientists worked specifically on a wide variety of projects to support the fight against COVID-19, from home, on-site, or deployed into partner organisations across the UK.

MoD’s CSA Professor Dame Angela McLean said: "I’m delighted to see Dstl so well represented at the CSA awards both this year and last year. I was particularly pleased that Dstl’s many important contributions to the COVID response were recognised. It was my own personal experience that their work was essential."

There were a number of individual presentations including to Dstl’s Sally Davies who received an award for her work in diversity and inclusion and Dstl’s Jim Maltby for his work in communicating science and engineering.

Advertisement
ODU RT

Sally’s citation highlighted how she worked tirelessly with others to create a diverse and inclusive environment and remains determined to make change happen, remaining professional and committed to the cause of acceptance for all.

Jim initiated and led the delivery of the Virtual Reality Museum of the Future and other tools, from having the bright idea in the first place, to working closely with industrial partners and games designers to make it a reality.

Dstl represents one of the most significant sources of science and engineering expertise in the UK. Its science and engineering community is a significant asset to MoD and provides vital contributions to UK defence and security in supporting operations, UK prosperity and developing affordable, advanced capability.

 

Advertisement
Gulfstream banner
Thales to deliver Bushmaster PMVs to Australian armed forces

Defence

Thales to deliver Bushmaster PMVs to Australian armed forces

27 April 2026

Thales Australia today welcomed a new Australian Government commitment of AU$750 million to deliver 268 additional next generation Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles (PMVs) to be built at its Bendigo, Victoria facility.

MarineAI signs Armed Forces Covenant

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.

MoD extends BFBS contract

Defence

MoD extends BFBS contract

27 April 2026

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has extended its commitment to BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) with a new 10-year contract, expanding and adapting their service to a new media landscape and ensuring that Service communities remain connected and informed wherever they are in the world at the touch of a button.

Babcock reviews future vehicle platforms with UK SMEs at Defence Battlelab

Defence Events

Babcock reviews future vehicle platforms with UK SMEs at Defence Battlelab

24 April 2026

Babcock International Group has brought together key suppliers for an engagement day at the Defence Battlelab in Dorset, to look at upcoming requirements for a new generation of modern off road vehicles.

Advertisement
ODU RT
UKEF partners with Finance for Forces to support veteran-led exporters

Aerospace Defence Security Space

UKEF partners with Finance for Forces to support veteran-led exporters

24 April 2026

UK Export Finance (UKEF) – the government’s export credit agency – has announced a new partnership with Finance for Forces to help more veteran-led businesses access the finance they need to grow internationally.

Royal Navy evaluates next-gen maritime capabilities

Defence

Royal Navy evaluates next-gen maritime capabilities

24 April 2026

Earlier this year, demonstrations to the Royal Navy were successfully conducted at SubSea Craft’s UK headquarters as part of Atlantic Bastion, a programme to make Britain more secure from threats in the North Atlantic.

Advertisement
ODU RT
Advertisement
Gulfstream banner