UK Government Launches £7.8bn Space Strategy Through 2030 for Defence and Growth
The UK government has published a new space strategy backed by £7.8 billion in funding through 2030, integrating defence, security and economic growth objectives across four priority areas: satellite communications, in-orbit servicing and manufacturing, space domain awareness, and assured access to space. £7.8bn strategy unifies UK space investment across defence and growth The strategy, published […]
Ford Bids Ford Ranger for British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle Programme
Ford is bidding the Ranger for the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle programme, partnering with General Dynamics Land Systems and Ricardo. The £900m contract represents the Army’s shift toward lighter mobility platforms to replace Land Rover and Pinzgauer fleets. Ford has entered the competition for the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) programme, submitting the […]
National Armaments Director Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Ian Brimicombe has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of the National Armaments Director Group, taking up the role on 7 September 2026. He succeeds David Johnson, who retires at the end of November after 37 years in the Ministry of Defence. The National Armaments Director (NAD) has appointed Ian Brimicombe as Chief Financial Officer for […]
UK Opens MBDA Missile Logistics Centre in Poland to Strengthen Air Defences
MBDA has opened a repair and logistics centre in Czosnów, Poland, with UK personnel working alongside Polish counterparts to support the PILICA+ air defence programme. The facility underpins both nations’ commitment to NATO’s eastern flank and sustains over 400 UK jobs across Bristol, Stevenage and Bolton. Luke Pollard MP, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, […]
European Agency Fuel Cards 2027 – 2031
The Ministry of Defence is undertaking market engagement to inform the potential procurement of European Agency Fuel Card services. The requirement may include access to roadside fuels, vehicle additives and electric vehicle charging across Europe, suppor
In-Service Support for Mini Demolition Remote Firing Devices
The Protect Delivery Team, part of the NAD Group Ministry of Defence (MoD) requires a new contract to provide a continuation of In-Service Support for Mini Demolition Remote Firing Devices. The Firing Devices are used to initiate Explosive Ordnance Dispos