What does Japan’s record defence budget mean for the global industry?
Summary: Japan has announced that it has allocated a record amount for its defence budget for 2015-16, but how will this affect the world’s defence
MOD publishes annual Equipment Plan update
Summary: The MOD has published its third annual update to the Defence Equipment Plan, securing £163bn of funds for defence equipment over the next ten
Turkey set for defence procurement increases
Summary: Turkey is set to increase its defence procurement budget following new aircraft deals agreed with the USA and an improving industrial relationship with Pakistan.
Could US sanctions on North Korea heighten military tensions?
Summary: As President Barack Obama orders sanctions on North Korea following the cyber terrorism targeted at Sony Pictures last month, what lasting impact will this
Private sector gains influence over defence vehicles and weapons
Summary: The MOD has agreed a £140m deal to allow the private sector to take control of the Defence Support Group. The privatised contract has
Which regions are set to boost their defence expenditure in the next five years?
Summary: New research by IHS Jane’s Defence Budgets End of Year Report has outlined which global regions are predicted to grow their military expenditure by
NATO members ready to live up to spend obligations
Summary: NATO member states are beginning to increase their military expenditure and visibility on the world’s defence stage in response to growing threats and expenditure
Are increasing MOD security breaches leading to growth in the market?
Summary: The 4000 security breaches suffered by the MOD in the last four years could be linked to the booming UK security industry, which is
Sony Pictures hack highlights importance of global cyber security
Summary: After one of the world’s largest film studios, Sony Pictures Entertainment, found itself victim of a massive cyber security breach, the global cyber security
DCI is announcing short deadline classifications
At DCI, we want to do all we can to not only give you visibility of all available contracts, but also give you notice of
How will US defense changes affect procurement strategy?
Summary: Following the resignation of US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel earlier this month, there could be major changes ahead for the way the US Department
MOD places initial stealth aircraft orders
Summary: The MOD has placed an initial order with Lockheed Martin for the procurement of four F-35B Lightning II stealth combat aircraft, with further contracts
Investment will ensure UK leads global aerospace industry
Summary: The UK and Welsh governments have joined forces with aircraft manufacturer Airbus to fund £100m into research, development and training which will ensure the
Eurofighter defence contracts come to UK
Summary: Contracts to upgrade the radar capabilities of the four-nation Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft project have been awarded to companies across the UK. Combined, the contracts
New UK space sector opportunities unveiled
Summary: The UK Space Agency has created a new £32m fund to help companies across the UK collaborate with overseas firms and research institutions on
MOD investigating warship procurement in France
Summary: The MOD is considering moving the contract to build new Type 45 Frigates abroad in a bid to save the taxpayer money, according to
Dstl launches open software for public consultation
Summary: The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has placed a piece of software into the open source domain for editing and improvement by the
UK and France continue defence contract cooperation
Summary: Contracts worth almost £120m have been awarded as part of a continuing commitment between the UK and France to cooperate on defence procurement. The
MOD set to name new managed service providers
Summary: The MOD has announced a new group of managed service provider contracts which will transform the way in which DE&S manages the acquisition and support of
UK orders first batch of fighter jets
Summary: UK Defence Secretary Michael Fallon said the MOD has reached an agreement in principle to buy four F-35 Lightning II stealth aircraft. British defence
