How Can Defence Programmes Unlock More Value from SMEs?
Stuart John, from the Future Defence Support Services (FDSS) Bid Team at Leidos, looks at the opportunities presented to SMEs by the UK Government’s commitment to an increase in defence spending. “The Government’s commitment to increase defence spending presents a significant opportunity for the UK’s defence sector. But making that investment count will require more […]
Ministry of Defence Publishes Guidance on Accessing Technology and Research and Development Contracts
The Ministry of Defence has published guidance listing the platforms, frameworks and funding schemes through which companies and researchers can access technology and R&D contracts and grants. The guidance covers MOD-specific opportunities, Government Commercial Agency frameworks, and innovation funding vehicles including the Defence Innovation Loans scheme. The MOD has consolidated information on how suppliers can […]
UK Armed Forces deploy to Arctic with Norwegian and US allies for Operation Atlantic City
Royal Marine Commandos and RAF personnel have deployed to Jan Mayen in the Arctic as part of Operation Atlantic City, a trilateral NATO exercise running from 26 August to 4 September 2026 alongside Norwegian and US forces. The deployment forms part of Arctic Sentry, NATO’s enhanced vigilance activity for the High North. UK Armed Forces […]
Government commits £71m to Hemerdon tungsten and tin mine near Plymouth
The National Wealth Fund has committed up to £71 million to Tungsten West to restart the Hemerdon tungsten and tin mine near Plymouth. The investment includes equity and debt financing to support the return to full-scale production targeted for Q1 2027, with the UK Government securing procurement rights over half the mine’s output. The National […]