QinetiQ and AVL Partner to Deploy Digital Twin Testing Capability at Hurn Proving Ground
QinetiQ and AVL have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine digital simulation with physical testing at Hurn Proving Ground, aiming to accelerate vehicle development cycles and reduce procurement costs for defence customers. Will Blamey, Chief Executive for QinetiQ’s UK Defence sector, and Tom Stone, Managing Director of AVL Powertrain UK Ltd, have formalised a […]
European Defence Agency Hosts EU Military Committee for First Visit Since 2011
The European Defence Agency hosted the EU Military Committee at its headquarters on 9 September 2026, marking the military body’s first visit since 2011 and signalling deepening institutional cooperation as geopolitical pressures reshape European defence priorities. Meeting at EDA Headquarters The European Defence Agency (EDA) received the European Union Military Committee (EUMC) on 9 September […]
Elbit Systems UK Integrates Training Systems for British Army’s Pegasus Athena Exercise
Elbit Systems UK has integrated its range of simulation and training systems to support Pegasus Athena, a live virtual constructive exercise conducted by 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team. The three-day operation marks the first operational deployment of the company’s fully integrated Recce Strike Training Solution within the British Army. Elbit Systems UK (ESUK) deployed […]
Minister Pollard Addresses Defence Industry on Government Collaboration and UK Deterrence at Mansion House
Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard, has set out the government’s strategy for strengthening UK deterrence through closer collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, industry and private finance. Speaking at Mansion House in London on 9 September 2026, Pollard outlined reforms to defence procurement, a new push to mobilise private capital alongside public […]
Project VENTURE
Project VENTURE for the provision of future gliding equipment and services. Gliding provides a distinctive capability as the unique selling point that inspires and attracts young people to join the RAF Air Cadets, whilst contributing significantly toward