Open systems in defence
Dave Clark, Market Director, Aerospace and Defence, Atkins, considers the extent to which organisations in the defence sector should embrace open platforms.
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in Features Managing complexity in the aerospace industry
Posted 20 September 2019
Graham McCall, VP Operations UK, Aras, looks at why aerospace manufacturers have to fully embrace digital transformation to address greater product complexity, as well as compliance, risk and resilience issues.
in Features Could blockchain help prove military airworthiness?
Posted 20 August 2019
Blockchain makes headlines as the technology underpinning controversial cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. Yet, asks Atkins' engineer Robert Smithers, does blockchain also have a place in proving military airworthiness?
in Features Digital transformation: bringing transparency to MRO
Posted 15 July 2019
Christian Matenaers, Marketing Director, Zoro.co.uk, outlines how digital transformation in the MRO industry has the potential to bring transparency and accountability to the aviation sector.
in Features The perils of 3D printing
Posted 1 July 2019
Sarah Hewitt, Director in the Major Risks Practice of Gallagher and Wayne Leech of Travelers Insurance, examine some of the risks that can accompany the many opportunities 3D printing offers industry.
in Features Inspiring the female future
Posted 23 June 2019
Hetal Petal, Marketing Projects Manager, Advanced Engineering, looks at the importance of women in engineering throughout history and what can be done to encourage more females into the industry.
in Features Decontaminising supply chains
Posted 17 June 2019
Dr David Scrimshire, Managing Director of TEC Transnational, examines problems caused by conflict minerals and counterfeit parts in the supply chain.
in Features Data sharing to fight SOC
Posted 1 June 2019
In response to the recent report by the National Crime Agency (NCA), Vern Davis, Head of Aerospace, Defence and Security at Sopra Steria, provides a potential solution to the danger of serious and organised crime (SOC).
in Features The manufacturing workforce imperative
Posted 14 May 2019
Graham Stubbs, Managing Director at Dean Group, highlights the current skills shortage in advanced engineering and the need to prioritise the growth of the UK's manufacturing workforce.
in Features Realising transformative opportunities
Posted 18 April 2019
Guy Herbertson, Principal, UK, global co-leader, aerospace & defence at Boyden, talks to Robert Aitchison, who has led change and transformation in a range of industries but with a focus on aerospace and defence.
in Features Women in aerospace
Posted 1 April 2019
Julia Jiggins, senior specialist within Thales in the UK’s civil avionics business, draws on her own personal experience to examine the challenges facing – and benefits of – women in aerospace.
in Features Managing cloud computing risks
Posted 20 March 2019
Sarah Hewitt, Director, Major Risks Practice, Gallagher and Craig Mounser, Senior Underwriter, Technology Practice, Travelers Insurance Company, provide insights into cloud computing opportunities and risks.
in Features Ending of A380 production and the future for airlines and investors
Posted 1 March 2019
Lewis Leslie and David Archer from IBA’s team of analysts, consider the implications of Airbus' decision to terminate A380 production and what the future holds for airlines and investors.
in Features Managing your company's reputation
Posted 18 February 2019
Sarah Hewitt, Director in the Major Risks Practice of Gallagher and Ciaran Simms, an Underwriter for the Travelers Insurance Company’s Technology practice, examine how to protect your company's reputation.
in Features The post-Brexit space race
Posted 8 February 2019
Mark Sewell, CIO, Curo Talent, explains why it is vital for the UK to keep up with the space race post-Brexit.
in Features Preventing costly electronic hardware mistakes
Posted 1 February 2019
Steve Carlson and James Chew at Cadence Design Systems, look at ways to overcome barriers to the application of advanced node semiconductor technology in aerospace and defence.
in Features Space tech to deliver education for all
Posted 24 January 2019
Graham Turnock, Chief Executive of the UK Space Agency, explains how space technology is set to enable universal educational opportunities
in Features Drones set to transform airspace in 2019
Posted 17 January 2019
Richard Ellis, Vice President of Customer Success at AirMap, examines airspace changes aimed at addressing drone risks.
in Features Building an electrifying defence
Posted 4 December 2018
Benjamin Stafford, materials science expert at materials search engine Matmatch, explores materials and technologies that could make electrification possible for transportation in aerospace and defence.
in Features Customs management digitisation pays off
Posted 12 November 2018
Following the release of a new study into the digitisation of customs processes, Iqubal Pannu, Senior Solutions Consultant, AEB (International) Ltd., examines some of its key findings.
in Features The UK’s second fastest growing export sector
Posted 12 October 2018
Jim Higginbotham, managing director, asset finance, Wyelands Bank, looks at the export potential of the aerospace sector.
in Features Mastering complexity to ensure naval asset readiness
Posted 1 October 2018
According to Evan Butler-Jones, Director, Defence Product Line, Aerospace & Defence Business Unit, IFS, Naval stakeholders should start to consider IT systems as strategic enablers.
in Features Overcoming aviation security challenges
Posted 20 September 2018
Nitha Rachel Suresh, Cyber Security Consultant at Synopsys, considers the very real threats to aviation security and the ways and means by which these widespread security challenges can be overcome.
in Features Aerospace and defence: from risk to value through digitisation
Posted 1 September 2018
Hannah Beckett, Business Solutions Consultant, AEB (International) Ltd., outlines how to deliver value amid turbulent markets in the digital age – together with global suppliers.
in Features Data-driven design development for military vehicles
Posted 13 August 2018
Emma Cygan, Design and Development Engineer at Pailton Engineering, explains how data from real life military vehicles is informing the design and testing of new parts.
in Features SSRO revised Allowable Costs guidance in single source defence contracting
Posted 17 July 2018
Elizabeth Reid, Partner and Lucy England, Associate, at UK law firm Bird & Bird, examine implications for defence contracting of revised guidance from the Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) on
in Features RAF 100: A rich history and bright future of collaboration
Posted 10 July 2018
By Paul Everitt, Chief Executive, ADS Group
in Features Aerospace industry adaptation
Posted 21 June 2018
Neil Cayley, Lead Consultant at Jonathan Lee Contract Recruitment, explores current issues affecting the aerospace industry and explains why adaption is vital to meet the challenges that lie ahead.
in Features FIFA World Cup 2018: Russian to secure stadiums
Posted 11 June 2018
Evan Kerr, senior security consultant at Restrata, considers stadium security strategies ahead of the World Cup in Russia.
in Features Revealing resilience
Posted 1 June 2018
Brendon Hill, Global Head of Aerospace at BSI, considers the world’s first Organisational Resilience Index and what it shows about the aerospace industry
in Features Diversity in security
Posted 15 May 2018
Evan Kerr, a senior security consultant with Restrata, looks at the benefits of diversity in developing innovative security solutions.
in Features Are GDPR and cyber risks on airlines' radar?
Posted 1 May 2018
Sjaak Schouteren, Partner, European Cyber Team and Paul Waring, Partner, Aviation Team, at JLT Specialty, consider airlines' preparedness for GDPR and cyber risks.
in Features Creating a culture of excellence to drive productivity
Posted 1 March 2018
Professor Peter Hines and Robin Jaques provide an insight into how productivity in an organisation can be improved by developing a culture of excellence.
in Features Four tech developments impacting commercial aviation in 2018
Posted 1 February 2018
Mark Martin, Director, Commercial Aviation Product Line, Aviation & Defence Business Unit, IFS, sets out four tech developments helping airlines meet challenges and produce benefits for commercial aviation in 2018.
in Features Bold ambitions for space in the UK
Posted 2 January 2018
Science Minister Jo Johnson gives an overview of space in the UK and how - as the SatelLife competition is launched - young people will empower the sector.
in Features Meeting demand for UAV engineers
Posted 1 December 2017
Peter Heap, senior consultant, aerospace and defence division at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, explains why the Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) sector provides opportunities for ex-forces technicians and engineers.
in Features Data collaboration for MRO
Posted 1 November 2017
Mark Martin, Director, Operator Edition Product Line, Aviation & Defence Business Unit, IFS, tells us why sharing is caring in the aviation industry.
in Features Locking into cyber security
Posted 24 October 2017
With cyber attacks and ransomware demands increasing, Steve Borwell-Fox, owner/manager of software house borwell, examines various cyber security regimes for businesses of differing sizes.
in Features Defence set for transformation
Posted 15 September 2017
Evan Butler-Jones, Director, Defence Product Line, Aviation & Defence Business Unit at IFS, looks at five changes set to transform the in-service support model for the military over the next decade.
in Features The virtuous military intelligence cycle
Posted 6 September 2017
Graham Le Fevre, Senior Campaign Leader, Cyber Security & Information as a Service (IaaS), QinetiQ, extols the virtues of the intelligence cycle and tells us why its enduring principles continue to drive innovation.
in Features Risks within complex ownership structures
Posted 1 September 2017
Hannah Beckett, Sales Manager, AEB (International) Ltd., looks at risks lurking behind complex ownership structures and whether organisations can be sure they are trading in compliance with bans on indirect provisions.
in Features Light-guide tech saving space in aircraft
Posted 25 August 2017
With light-guide technologies set to save space onboard aircraft, Terry Moss, Sales Director, Stadium IGT, explains the practical advantages they provide compared to alternate solutions.
in Features Blockchain for aviation asset management
Posted 5 July 2017
Bas de Vos, Director of IFS Labs at IFS, explores the potential benefits of using blockchain technology as a way to securely reinforce aviation asset management.
in Features Advancing soldier safety with smart technology
Posted 15 June 2017
As smart military-grade wearables develop, Leon Marsh, CEO of Bodytrak, looks at those able to capture and wirelessly transfer data for the health, wellbeing and efficiency of the dismounted soldier.
in Features Military MRO: solving skills shortages with AR
Posted 1 June 2017
Graham Grose, Vice President and Industry Director at the Aviation & Defence Business Unit at IFS, examines the use of augmented reality (AR) to deliver maintenance expertise from anywhere in the world.
in Features Digital forensics secure benefit fraud investigation efficiencies
Posted 1 May 2017
Andrew Sheldon MSc, Chief Technical Officer at Evidence Talks, explains why digital forensics are set to revolutionise benefit fraud investigation, whilst providing greater data security.
in Features Navigating bans and restrictions
Posted 14 April 2017
Hannah Beckett, Sales Manager, AEB (International) Ltd., considers the implications of current trade bans and restrictions and ways in which the resulting regulatory maze can be navigated both safely and efficiently.
in Features Staying ahead of schedule
Posted 1 April 2017
Andrew Stimpson, Solution Manager for Aerospace & Defence at IFS, examines better ways of working to combat aircraft planning and maintenance challenges as fleet schedules become more complex.
in Features Modernising mobile computing for the dismounted soldier
Posted 1 March 2017
Jackson White, Business Development Manager and Defence specialist at Getac, examines the key requirements driving the modernisation of mobile devices for dismounted operations.
in Features Too late to consolidate?
Posted 14 February 2017
Nick Guttridge, executive vice president, business development at Gardner Aerospace, questions whether the trend toward consolidation in the aerospace industry is coming to an end.
in Features Virtually filling skills shortages in civil aviation MRO
Posted 1 February 2017
Espen Olsen, director of business development & sales, Aerospace & Defence at IFS, examines the potential of augmented reality to deliver maintenance expertise anywhere in the world.
in Aerospace / Features Jenson Button test drives new career as BA pilot
Posted 26 January 2017
Formula 1 star Jenson Button enjoyed racing through the skies this week after piloting a British Airways A380 flight simulator at London's Heathrow Airport.
in Aerospace / Features First gyroplane night ratings issued in UK
Posted 25 January 2017
CAA examiner Richard Craske describes developments in oversight of gyroplanes in the UK.
in Features Trends taking off in civil aviation MRO in 2017
Posted 16 January 2017
Espen Olsen, Business Development and Sales for Aerospace & Defence at IFS, examines three trends impacting civil aviation MRO markets this year.
in Features Top three defence industry trends in 2017
Posted 5 January 2017
Graham Grose, Global Industry Director of Aerospace and Defence at IFS, forecasts the three key trends set to impact the defence industry in 2017.
in Features Brexit impacts on global trade strategies
Posted 16 December 2016
Hannah Beckett, Sales Manager, AEB (International) Ltd analyses the findings of a recent industry survey regarding Brexit impacts on global trade strategies.
in Features Where is the BOM?
Posted 5 December 2016
Geoff Turner, product lifecycle management (PLM) consultant at Design Rule, examines the value of getting the Bill of Materials (BOM) right in the early stages of a project.
in Features Brexit: time to engage
Posted 17 November 2016
Claire Umney, General Manager, AEB (International) Ltd., considers some of the options for global trade - based on existing scenarios - following Brexit.
in Features Building an unmanned army: the end of the soldier?
Posted 1 November 2016
Aled Catheall, Technology lead for Defence and Security, Plextek, considers potential military applications of robotic tech and options for replacing soldiers with unmanned systems to overcome human limitations.
in Features The Panama Papers: implications for compliance
Posted 1 October 2016
Claire Umney, General Manager, AEB (International) Ltd., looks at how complex organisational structures can represent a compliance nightmare, as shown by woefully inadequate checks made by Panama's Mossack Fonseca.
in Features After 100 years what is the future for tanks?
Posted 8 September 2016
The face of modern warfare changed forever on the morning of 15 September 1916, when tanks were used for the first time.
in Features Brexit's impact on UK aviation
Posted 18 July 2016
Diogenis Papiomytis, Consulting Director, Aerospace & Defence, Frost & Sullivan, considers the forces impacting the UK aviation industry following Brexit and possible mitigation strategies.
in Features Securing GNSS
Posted 10 June 2016
Nigel Davies, Head of Secured Navigation at QinetiQ, warns that GNSS jamming and spoofing will play an increasing role as a future weapon of war.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Features / Events Simplifying IDS for aerospace, defence and security sectors
Posted 9 June 2016
Jason Peel, Head of Strategy, Integrated Drive Systems (IDS), Siemens Process Industries & Drives examines IDS implementation in the defence, aerospace and security industries.
in Features Integrating security into facilities management
Posted 1 June 2016
Dr Steffan George, Development Director of the Master Locksmith Association (MLA) - established over 50 years ago to set industry standards - outlines the best ways to protect commercial property.
in Features From SBAC to ADS: 100 Years of Collaboration and Cooperation
Posted 29 March 2016
Richard Gale, Policy Adviser - Aerospace, ADS Group, charts 100 years since ADS' antecedent organisation, the Society of British Aircraft Constructors (SBAC) was officially formed on 23rd March 1916.
in Features Gaining a non-competitive advantage
Posted 14 March 2016
Chris Chesterman, senior associate and Rory Trust, solicitor, in the Projects Unit at Burges Salmon, look at how the MoD and industry can make the most of the Single Source Contract Regulations.
in Features MRO value in a transformed aftermarket
Posted 1 March 2016
As Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) is disrupted by new tech and the growing presence of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the aftermarket, how can MRO service providers continue to deliver value?
in Features Addressing 3D printing export control challenges
Posted 16 February 2016
Darren Travers, Senior Account Manager, AEB (International) looks at not only the developing benefits of 3D print technology but also the associated regulatory risks and export control challenges.
in Features UK makes a world of difference for Boeing
Posted 14 January 2016
David Pitchforth, Boeing Defence UK managing director, talks to Claire Apthorp about how his company wants to be seen as more global and less American.
in Features Look – no hands!
Posted 1 January 2016
Jeff Pike, head of strategy and marketing for the IFS Aerospace and Defence Centre of Excellence, looks at how voice control technology is set to disrupt the MRO workplace.
in Features Celebrating 3D Printing Day: looking to the future
Posted 3 December 2015
On 3D Printing Day, Jonathan Wilkins, Head of Marketing at European Automation, discusses how 3D printing gained its own day and why the manufacturing industry should get on board with the celebrations.
in Features Policing transport networks during major events
Posted 1 December 2015
Stephen Thomas QPM, Assistant Chief Constable of the British Transport Police, discusses some of the issues and potential solutions in policing transport networks during major events.
in Features Civilian SAR marks milestone
Posted 1 November 2015
The UK's new civilian search and rescue (SAR) helicopter service has reported a busy first six months, 1 April to 31 September 2015, as crews across five new bases respond to almost 400 taskings.
in Features Efficiency by design
Posted 1 October 2015
Mark Fairhurst, Technical Director at BHR Group and Vice-Chairman of the product testing committee of the BFPA/BSI, outlines why product testing is imperative at the design stage.
in Features Vendor protection of OEM relationships
Posted 15 September 2015
Jeff Pike, head of strategy and marketing for the IFS Aerospace and Defence Centre of Excellence, examines how vendors can best manage and protect their OEM relationships.
in Aerospace / Security / Features An essential layer of aviation security
Posted 1 September 2015
Chris Taylor, protective clothing expert at SafeGuard, examines why body protection has become a necessary requirement for aviation security personnel.
in Security / Features / Events ADS partners with Transport Security Expo
Posted 13 August 2015
Mark Phillips, Director of Security and Resilience Sector, ADS, talks about the nature of ADS' partnership with Transport Security Expo.
in Features Sharpening the operational supply chain
Posted 22 July 2015
Jeff Pike, Head of Strategy and Marketing for the IFS A&D Centre of Excellence, examines ways of increasing the accuracy of defence demand data projections.
in Aerospace / Features Westland Aircraft Works celebrates centennial
Posted 12 July 2015
Today, celebrations marked the centenary of the formation of the Westland Aircraft Works in 1915 at Yeovil and the aeronautical achievements made during 100 years of continuous aircraft manufacturing at the site.
in Defence / Features ORP: a risk based approach to acquisition and through-life support
Posted 12 July 2015
With the replacement of HMAS Sirius and HMAS Success, Jesse Millar, Asset Management Lead at BMT Design & Technology, considers challenges faced in defence acquisition and developing an Operational Risk
in Features Navigating the US Export Control Reform
Posted 4 July 2015
Iqubal Pannu, Senior Solutions Consultant, AEB (International) Ltd., looks at the key aspects to consider when navigating the US Export Control Reform.
in Features Bristow's 60 years of service
Posted 24 June 2015
Founded by Alan Bristow on 24 June 1955, Bristow Helicopters is celebrating its 60th anniversary.
in Features Space on Earth: transferability of aerospace products to defence applications
Posted 12 June 2015
Graham Mackrell, Managing Director of Harmonic Drive UK, delves into the challenges of space and looks at transferable characteristics.
in Features Unmanned aircraft tech keeps BMX riders on track for Rio gold
Posted 27 May 2015
The Great Britain Cycling Team's BMX riders are benefitting from ground-breaking aerospace technology developed by BAE Systems, to stay ahead of the competition.
in Features Selecting the right body armour for door supervisors
Posted 15 April 2015
Chris Taylor, an expert in protective clothing at SafeGuard, considers the options for knife and bullet protection for door supervisors.
in Features Windowless planes - the future of aircraft design?
Posted 1 April 2015
Tom Banks, news editor at Design Week, looks at the design of a new generation of 'windowless planes', aimed at improving fuel efficiency by reducing weight, whilst creating a new flying experience.
in Features Digital Thread and the supply chain
Posted 1 March 2015
Jeff Pike, Head of Strategy and Marketing for the IFS A&D Centre of Excellence, examines the impact of Digital Thread (DT) and explores the implications of seamlessly integrating information through the value chain.
in Security / Features Robotics into the future
Posted 1 February 2015
An innovative approach to security that could make robots valuable colleagues, is currently being developed.
in Aerospace / Features Securing organisational resilience
Posted 5 January 2015
Julian Lockett, technical safety specialist at Frazer-Nash Consultancy, considers how developing a systems-based resilience strategy, could reduce short-term loss and deliver long-term competitive advantage.
in Security / Features Protecting Britain's security guards with stab vests
Posted 15 December 2014
Chris Taylor, an expert in protective clothing at SafeGuard, examines the role of stab vest protection to increase the safety of Britain's security guards.
in Features Second Tier defence manufacturers' key to success
Posted 1 December 2014
Kevin Deal, VP for A&D at IFS North America, explains how Second Tier defence component manufacturers can become more competitive and appealing to Top Tier contractors.
in Security / Features A future for regional policing?
Posted 11 November 2014
Adrian Whiting QPM AIExpE, Associate Director, Optima Group, looks at how policing may have changed in 2040.
in Features A digital coming of age
Posted 20 October 2014
Gavin Sermon, Managing Director, Aerospace and Defence, Accenture, outlines why aerospace companies should take an integrated approach to implementing digital strategies.
in Features Securing your supply chain
Posted 11 August 2014
Iqubal Pannu, Senior Solutions Consultant, AEB, considers the impact of Union Customs Code (UCC) and Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) requirements, and how IT can support trade security and supply chain efficiency.
in Features 65 years of NATO
Posted 9 July 2014
Secretary of State Philip Hammond talks about the important role the UK has played at the heart of NATO.
in Features Winning the 'War on Pirates'
Posted 1 July 2014
Espen Olsen, European Director for Aerospace & Defense at IFS, outlines how the Norwegian Navy's use of integrated resource planning technology is helping to win the 'war on pirates'
in Features Making history in the Mojave
Posted 21 June 2014
George Whitesides, Virgin Galactic's CEO, reflects on the historic anniversary of 21 June 2004, when the world's first privately built spaceship was flown into space by a private astronaut-pilot for the first time.
in Features Can't touch it, can't see it? It's still subject to export controls
Posted 1 June 2014
Hannah Beckett, Sales Manager, AEB (International) looks at some of the current challenges associated with complying with various European and US export controls, particularly for intangible goods.
in Features Defence companies adapting to a new landscape
Posted 12 May 2014
With government defence budgets either cut or frozen, companies are, according to Tim Moxey, increasingly asking their engineering teams to adapt their skills and transfer technologies to solve problems for an entirely different customer
