Satellite communications provider SD Government (SDG), has been named by NL EASP Air, the Dutch service provider for aerial maritime surveillance, coast guard, search and rescue (SAR) and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, as its preferred provider of satcom connectivity solutions.

The UK will convene leading nations including the US and EU for talks on how to tackle the growing threat of cyber-attacks, as new figures show nearly half of British businesses do not have the skills needed to protect against cyber-crime.

The National Crime Agency (NCA), Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have linked up to help UK companies tackle cyber crime, with the NCA and ICO signing a Memorandum of Understanding, to recommit to giving guidance on - and proactively assist victims of - cyber crime.

Developer of radiation and bio-detection technology solutions for the advanced imaging and CBRN detection segments, Kromek, has been awarded a contract worth £2 million by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the supply of nuclear radiation detectors and ancillary products.

A new international advisory business, +impact, which brings together expert advice and proven delivery experience, has been launched today by Serco.

Newcastle-based provider of fire, security and electrical compliance solutions, ABCA Systems Group Ltd, has completed the triple acquisitions of Maintec Ltd, A.G.S. Tech Ltd. and HBS Fabrication Northwest Ltd, which will strengthen the Group's standing in the sector and pave the way for significant further growth.