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30 Aug 23. Exploring maritime capabilities: visiting ships announced for DSEI 23. In an increasingly contested maritime environment, staying at the forefront of innovation is vital to enable the UK and its allies to promote peace, security, and prosperity in the maritime domain. Technological advances within the naval sphere will be prominent at this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI). The event will host three Royal Navy and three international ships from 12th – 15th September at London’s ExCel Centre.
The visiting naval vessels will give DSEI attendees an exclusive showcase of not only the UK’s maritime technology and capabilities, but also that of international partners.
The visiting ships this year include:
- Royal Navy Type 23 Duke-class frigate, HMS Iron Duke
- Royal Navy, P2000 Archer-class patrol vessel, HMS Pursuer
- Royal Navy, P2000 Archer-class patrol vessel, HMS Puncher
- Dutch Navy, De Zeven Provinciën-class frigate, HNLMS De Ruyter
- German Navy, German F125 Class, FGS Baden-Württemberg
- Belgian Navy, P901 Castor patrol vessel, BNS Castor
HMS Iron Duke
The Royal Navy’s HMS Iron Duke has recently returned to frontline service after undergoing the most complex overhaul of any Type 23 frigate to date. With more than 1.7 m hours of work completed by the collective efforts of shipwrights, engineers, technicians and experts – both civilian and Royal Navy; HMS Iron Duke returns to service as the most technologically advanced frigate.
With technological upgrades taking centre stage at this year’s DSEI, the Iron Duke represents the first of a series of successful technological upgrades to older ships with the LIFEX programme. This includes significant upgrades to electronic equipment, including communications, navigation and weapon systems to counter more sophisticated threats of 21st century warfare. The refit will enable HMS Iron Duke to remain at the forefront of naval operations until her successors, the Type 26s and 31 frigates begin to enter service later this decade.
HMS Pursuer and HMS Puncher
Also set to be at DSEI are two Royal Navy inshore patrol vessels, HMS Pursuer and Puncher. As part of Coastal Forces Squadron which operate across the UK and as far as the Baltic Sea and Gibraltar, the P2000 Archer Class patrol crafts are unique in their ability to operate in ports and confined waters that are not accessible to warships and can be used to support roles from safeguarding Britain’s nuclear fleet and maritime security to participating in NATO overseas operations and training the next generation of naval officers. More recently, HMS Puncher has played a key role in expanding the UK’s underwater warfare (UW) capabilities with recent Autonomous Underwater Vehicle trials.
DSEI has an increasing ambition to deepen naval partnerships and interoperability among allies, it is also set to host 3 international ships from Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium.
FGS Baden-Württemberg
Representing the German Navy at DSEI, the FGS Baden-Württemberg is one of the largest frigates in the world. It is primarily designed for low and medium intensity warfare and maritime stabilisation operations but can also contribute to sea-to-land tactical fire support, asymmetric threat control at sea and support of special forces as well as military evacuation operations. In the lead up to DSEI, the German frigate was engaged in operational sea training within the North Sea.
HNLMS De Ruyter
Echoing a push across allied NATO maritime forces to revitalise naval capabilities, the Netherlands ship, HNLMS De Ruyter is a De Zeven Provinciën-class air defence and command frigate, has also received a mid-life technological upgrade. These upgrades have expanded the versatility of the ship, expanding its capabilities to protect a fleet across the environments and host a complete operational staff on board.
BNS Castor
The Belgian Navy’s BNS Castor reinforces the Coastguard structure and operates predominantly within the Belgian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) but can be deployed wider within Europe. BNS Castor conducts the following tasks: security of critical maritime infrastructure, monitoring of non-NATO units, fishery and customs inspection, anti-pollution operations, MARPOL inspections and search and rescue operations at sea.
Alongside the visiting ships, the maritime domain is well represented with the Naval Zone set to entice visitors with an interactive showcase of the latest vessels and naval technology. The Royal Navy will have a strong presence at DSEI and will host a stand that will focus on the Future Air Dominance System concept, surface and underwater UAVs, missile systems and will feature interactive displays.
DSEI’s Senior Naval Advisor, Rear Admiral (ret) Jon Pentreath stated:
“This year DSEI’s Naval zone is set to display an array of innovative solutions that will address the most complex challenges the UK and its allies face in an increasingly contested maritime environment. As with other domains, there will be a heavy focus on how the widespread adoption of disruptive technologies can not only be used to build better, more agile maritime equipment and machinery, but also how it can be used to improve the longevity of vessels, transforming older parts of the fleet to expand capabilities and gain the strategic edge.
One of the unique aspects of DSEI is that with its location in London’s docklands, it can showcase ships. This year, we welcome ships from the United Kingdon, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium, reinforcing one of the most crucial aspects of the tradeshow which is to foster collaboration and partnerships with our closest allies.”
*The presence of the visiting ships at DSEI will be subject to operational availability.*
25 Aug 23. The MOD’s Strategic Supplier Management Team are excited to be running an event at DSEI 2023 supported by Make UK Defence.
The event will start with opening addresses by Andy Start, DE&S CEO, and Andrew Kinniburgh, Director General of Make UK Defence, followed by bookable appointments with representatives from across MOD and industry. Attendees include Defence Digital, Defence Infrastructure Organisation, Defence and Security Accelerator, Lockheed Martin and more.
Focusing on SMEs, this event is a great opportunity to increase industry collaboration. The UK defence supply chain needs SME suppliers that thrive on agility and disruption. We want SMEs to see defence as a priority market where they can focus their creative energy, developing technological advances that maintain the UK’s battle-winning edge.
(Source: MakeUK Defence)
25 Aug 23. Funding to Delivery – Accelerating Game Changing Technology Into Defence.
20th September | Virtual
This webinar, in partnership with defence consultancy Karve International will focus on how SMEs in the defence space can access crucial funding. The journey between initial concept and final product can be a long and tortuous one, and being able to secure sources of funding is critical to success. Something that can be hard in today’s ESG banking climate.
We are delighted to be joined by a world-class line up of speakers from industry and venture capital to discuss this.
- Lloyd Fallesen from Karve will cover New Game, New Rules: Karve’s Top Tips for Accelerating Technology into Defence.
- Max Breet from Anduril will present A Success Story: Lessons Learned from Scaling Game-Changing Technology Globally.
- Will McManners from MD One Ventures will discuss Venture Funding for National Security Start-ups.
- Ed Ebbern from BattleLab will share An Innovator’s Perspective: How Defence is Evolving to Meet the Threats of Tomorrow (Source: MakeUK Defence)
23 Aug 23. Dstl leads the Army’s largest ever force development war game. Modernising Defence Manufacturing: disruptive capabilities to be displayed at DSEI 2023. Technologies that will reshape the defence manufacturing industry and equip armed forces for years to come will be on display at this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) event.
Held on the 12th-15th September at ExCeL in London, the event will showcase the latest advances in defence manufacturing with an extensive range of agile approaches including additive manufacturing (AM), Internet of Things (IoT) technology and digital design tools.
The manufacturing industry and the defence sector have traditionally been closely aligned, with advances in manufacturing technologies often propelling the evolution of military capabilities and vice versa. Today, this dynamic remains unchanged, as disruptive solutions are expected to significantly alter the defence industry, reducing the cost of the production of tools and parts, enabling faster delivery and crucially, bolstering supply chain resilience.
Speaking on the event Grant Burgham, DSEI Director, commented:
“At DSEI this year, our manufacturing exhibitors are expected to take centre stage, reflecting a 200% surge in their representation – a testament to the vital role the manufacturing sector will play in fostering an integrated force.
“The defence industry champions UK manufacturing and exports, while recognising its significant impact on job creation and supply chain resilience. With exhibitors not limited to the defence and security sectors we’re looking forward to welcoming companies and organisations such as DMG Mori, Böllhoff, G&H Aerospace and Defence, Helix among many others.”
Sponsoring DSEI’s Manufacturing Hub is the High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult, a strategic research and innovation hub for industry, commercialising the UK’s most advanced manufacturing ideas. Established and supported by Innovate UK, HVM Catapult provides manufacturers access to world-class research, development facilities and expertise that would otherwise be out of reach.
A central focus of DSEI this year will be the disruptive capabilities of AM, which has demonstrated its remarkable ability to revolutionise the defence industry’s approach to designing, creating, and maintaining critical infrastructure and equipment. Embracing the flexibility of rapid prototyping, AM opens opportunities to alleviate supply chain burdens, enhance design agility, and streamline operational readiness.
Within the Manufacturing Hub, two HVM Catapult centres, the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) will be demonstrating their capabilities.
The MTC will be displaying components which demonstrate the breadth of its AM capability and other technologies that can help the sector improve frontline equipment availability. The AMRC will showcase its ‘MediTel’ robot, a remotely operated robotic system designed to provide medical triage to patients on the battlefield using virtual reality (VR) technology.
Visitors to the stand will also understand how HVM Catapult plays a crucial role in providing industry-leading training and is developing long-term strategies to futureproof the UK workforce.
Katherine Bennett CBE, HVM Catapult chief executive, said:
“We are delighted to be exhibiting at DSEI in 2023, where visitors will be able to see our centres’ capabilities and our combined impact in the defence sector, harnessing the talents of our 3,500 staff and with the backing of Innovate UK.
“In the Manufacturing Hub we will be demonstrating how HVM Catapult engineers are leaders in harnessing manufacturing data, how we are enabling faster delivery through developing supply chain resilience, how our industry-leading training is futureproofing workforces, and how we can become the defence sector’s agile manufacturing technology partner.”
16 Aug 23. Strategic Command will be at DSEI 2023. Strategic Command will be showcasing how we sharpen Defence’s edge at this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI).
Taking place from 12 – 15 September at the Excel Centre in London, the event will offer visitors insight into how we bring innovation into the heart of Defence, lead the cyber and electromagnetic domain, and develop the workforce of the future.
Located at the Future Tech Hub, stand number H1-557, the Strategic Command team will be showcasing how we are becoming more ready, more agile, and more productive.
From our medics and logisticians, to our cyber and intelligence specialists, everyone in Strategic Command has a vital role to play in this.
The theme of DSEI 2023 is ‘achieving an integrated force’ and our team will be sharing how we’re working across Defence and Government to achieve this, and working more collaboratively with industry, academia, and our international partners.
Across the event, you will hear leaders from Strategic Command share their unique insights and expertise during our keynote speeches, panel discussions, breakfast briefings, and at our stand.
To learn more about Strategic Command’s presence at DSEI 2023, visit: Strategic Command: Sharpening Defence’s Edge – Strategic Command (blog.gov.uk)
To find out more about how Defence and industry partners integrate visit: Integrated Force: Industry showcase shows value of collaboration – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
16 Aug 23. DSEI 2023 places international integration at its core as Scandinavian, Baltic, Asia-pacific and North American Defence companies ramp up presence.
Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) returns to ExCel in London this year from 12th-15th September. The event is set to host prominent companies in the defence field from over 50 countries from regions all over the world. There are 36 country-specific international pavilions.
Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine looks to have influenced the scale of the presence of this year’s international exhibitors, with the event seeing a significant uptake in companies from the Scandinavian region. This comes after Finland joined the NATO alliance in April this year, with Sweden awaiting ratification for its membership. Placing international cooperation at the forefront, DSEI is expected to host representatives from not only the UK armed forces, but also the NATO alliance and the respective defence and security organisations from nations across the globe.
In the Estonian pavilion, among the exhibitors is Milrem Robotics, a leading autonomous machine and system developer which delivered its flagship unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) to Ukraine last year. Estonia, a key NATO ally, has increased its presence at the event, booking a space three times larger than in 2019 to showcase its industry’s cutting-edge solutions. Similarly, Slovak Republic company KONŠTRUKTA – Defense has to date supplied a number of self-propelled howitzers to the Ukrainian war effort. Making its first appearance at DSEI, KONŠTRUKTA will showcase new products in ammunition and electronic systems.
In addition, the Swedish pavilion will be representing high-tech companies, including Carmenta, who has developed cutting-edge geo-spatial software that enables the visualisation and analysis of geospatial information.
DSEI is also attracting companies from wider afield, notably from the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting the larger effort to bolster defence ties and capabilities. South Korean company, Hanwha Systems, will be demonstrating its wide range of solutions in the defence sphere. Of significance, is Hanwha’s involvement in military reconnaissance satellite programmes and avionics solutions, both of which play key roles in fixed wing, rotary wing and unmanned aircrafts. Its UK subsidiary, Hanwha Phasor, will be showcasing its satellite communications flat panel antenna for undisrupted multi-orbit connectivity.
This year, the North American pavilion welcomes more 225 companies that encompass a broad span of cross-domain capabilities, from unmanned aerial systems to fire suppression systems to lightweight protective armour. Over 90 of the companies will be exhibiting for the first time proving that the US and Canada is a serious growth market for DSEI. Outside the North American pavilion, household North American defence companies will also be exhibiting such as Northrop Grumman, L3Harris and Raytheon.
With a strong international presence, DSEI offers possibilities for companies across the world to establish meaningful relationships and collaborate with Governments, suppliers and industry – both SMEs and large organisations.
Grant Burgham, DSEI Director, commented: “It is hugely encouraging to have so many international companies in attendance at this year’s DSEI. DSEI offers a valuable opportunity in the biennial defence trade show calendar to connect UK companies and their international counterparts, promoting cooperation and bi-lateral trade with international allies. Cooperation is a crucial component in stimulating technological advancement, and by giving companies from all over the globe this platform, it will no doubt further our own capabilities as a nation and those of our allies”.
10 Aug 23. DSEI introduces charity coalition for 2023 event. For the first time in its history, DSEI is bringing together four military charities; SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity, ABF The Soldiers’ Charity and the Royal Air Forces Association, in a new approach that will enable the charities to profile key services which support the integrated defence and security workforce.
The broadening of the involvement of military charities for the first time in 2023 further underlines DSEI’s drive to integrate fully across the Defence and Security landscape, demonstrating that DSEI is an essential platform for bringing together these groups. The four charities will look to benefit from the numerous strategic engagement opportunities that DSEI provides to bolster their support for the Armed Forces community.
All four charities will have a physical stand presence at the event, reinforcing the importance of DSEI for sharing best practice and collaboration between charities.
SSAFA, will be highlighting their mentor programme, which helps those who have recently left the forces, and their families, understand and prosper during the transition to civilian life.
The mentor programme has been a lifeline for people like Danni who served 22 years in the RAF but began facing difficulties after they came out as non-binary transgender. The aftermath that followed made life and the transition out of the military especially difficult for them.
At a time of mental turmoil they were offered help by SSAFA’s mentoring service. Supported by their wife, daughter and SSAFA mentor they are now thriving and studying for a PhD.
The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC), which exists to support the people serving in the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, focus primarily on a series of commissioning programmes with partners that seek to deliver specific outcomes for the benefit of a particular cohort, whether that is for those who serve, their families, working-age veterans or those veterans no longer working. In establishing those partnerships, they are particularly mindful of the need to address the underlying cause of need, rather than merely deal with the outcomes (important though that is).
Over the next 12 months or so the RNRMC will be particularly focussed on the challenges posed by neuro-diversity, and the impact this can have on those who the charity supports. RNRMC are working with a number of partners to tackle this aspect of their charitable output including a focus on the mental health of those who are leaving the service.
ABF The Soldiers’ Charity is there to support soldiers, veterans and their families through life’s challenges. This includes supporting soldiers who have been wounded, injured or sick or have finished their Army service, and need help finding rewarding civilian careers.
Most soldiers transition into civilian employment smoothly, but, for some, leaving the Army is a daunting experience. Without stable employment, veterans and their families may struggle in a multitude of areas.
The charity plays an essential role in making sure delivery charities and organisations have the vital funding they need to support veterans into employment.
As well as providing grants to individuals, the charity funds a range of partner charities and organisations that boost existing skills and provide education, training and employment support to Army veterans; for example, the Forces Employment Charity, The Poppy Factory and BuildForce.
The RAF Association offers specialist mental wellbeing and resilience training to non-serving members of the RAF community through its ‘Finding it Tough?’ course.
Recognising that being part of the military environment can place an additional strain on everyday life, the Association evolved its ‘Finding it Tough’ programme in 2022, introducing for the first time a bespoke course tailored for those who work to support serving personnel and the wider RAF community.
The new ‘supporting community’ course is one of three mental wellbeing courses offered by the RAF Association, alongside variants for veterans and family members of those who are serving.
Each course is tailored to the specific needs and challenges of the different groups, helping to build resilience within the non-serving workforce and the wider RAF community.
DSEI Director, Grant Burgham said: “The vital work that these four military charities carry out rightfully deserves a central place at this year’s DSEI. There will be many service personnel who attend throughout the four days of the event and having the chance to see the services available to them at this global gathering is so important. The military charities will have unrivalled access to service personnel past and present alongside numerous opportunities to engage with the wider defence industry.”
On behalf of the four charity coalition, Rachel Huxford, said: “DSEI 2023 is a unique opportunity for us to connect with current and former service personnel – people who may need our services now, or in the future. We are extremely grateful to DSEI for creating the catalyst for us to work together in a new way and, ultimately, have a positive impact on the lives of more people within our Armed Forces community.”
03 Aug 23. Cutting-edge defence capabilities, ammunition and equipment for land operations set to be displayed at DSEI 2023. Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) returns to ExCeL in London this year from 12-15 September. Attracting leading companies from the UK and abroad, DSEI will feature the latest advances in land-based technology including new capabilities in high-mobility defence vehicles, lightweight-but-durable armour and respiratory equipment to support armed forces in specialised environments.
Since the start of the Ukraine conflict, the UK has given assistance by supplying Ukrainian forces with equipment such as Challenger 2 tanks (Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land), Mastiff patrol vehicles (General Dynamics) and the highly effective, NLAW light anti-tank weapons (Saab). All the organisations that developed this equipment will exhibit at DSEI.
Supporting Ukraine however goes further, and the British Army has been training Ukrainian soldiers in the UK, with approximately 10,000 people being trained every 120 days. At DSEI, the UK Army will focus on how the implementation of technology can enhance not only military capabilities but also how it can be used to efficiently train forces now and in the future.
The Land Zone is supported by the British Army, which will use DSEI to explore the latest innovations in the Land domain. The Zone will host 73 innovative exhibitors, each showcasing standout solutions to the shifting challenges that modern warfare presents.
Notable companies such as Mercedes Benz Trucks UK will attend for the first time in 12 years. The company is set to showcase its high-mobility defence trucks, tailor-made to meet specific operational or environmental parameters, including its Mercedes-Benz Zetros, an off-road truck for extreme operations.
In addition to well-known names, DSEI will host many hundreds of specialist providers of platforms, products and services. For example, Avon Protection develops market-defining technologies, which protect over 3.5 m users every day across the British Armed Forces and military/first responders in more than 60 countries worldwide. Its mission-critical Chemical, Radiological, Biological, and Nuclear (CBRN) protection solutions represent the best of British technology innovation and will be on display alongside its full range of Team Wendy ballistic head protection systems.
Speaking on the event Grant Burgham, DSEI Director, commented:
“We are grateful to the British Army for its steadfast support of the Land Zone at DSEI 2023. It is a key platform to see first-hand the latest developments and innovations from both UK and international exhibitors. In addition to companies within the zone, it’s great to see companies from the land domain across the DSEI floor space with Saab, Rheinmetall and Thales all planning a significant presence.”
Rear Adm (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath, DSEI Senior Military Adviser (Land) said: “The war in Ukraine has increased the urgency of modernising the UK’s land forces, ensuring that combined arms warfare can be fought effectively. This is not all about mere platforms or numbers of soldiers, but includes strengthened stockpiles, true readiness and a resilience in the supply chain that will allow for a sustained use of force. The Army’s response to these challenges will be on full display at DSEI 2023, not only on the show floor but importantly also in the conceptual space in the keynote addresses and other conference sessions. The British Army will focus on the Land Operating Concept and being a net contributor to the multi-domain enterprise at DSEI. This will be viewed through the lens of delivering the capabilities we need now and, in the future, and on continuing to build the broad alliances to protect our vital national and international interests.”
02 Aug 23. Putting the “Tech” in Technology at DSEI 2023. Technology is an important element of Defence and partnering with the world’s best technology providers is key to Fujitsu’s success. For DSEI 2023, Fujitsu is leading the way in demonstrating this collaboration both by bringing together its unrivalled integration capabilities of business critical computing with the very latest emerging technologies – like AI, digital twin and quantum – Fujitsu is helping Defence customers prepare for the future, tackling the threats faced today – and tomorrow.
As strategic partner of the Future Tech Zone at DSEI, which will showcase the latest innovations in defence technology, Fujitsu will be demonstrating how it is partnering with the world’s best technology providers to create a readymade ecosystem, designed to harness sustainable innovation and withstand the rigours of the Defence sector.
Since 1935, Fujitsu has been collaborating with international experts to ensure it thrives in the face of unprecedented disruption. Together, Fujitsu and its partners are exploiting technology to unleash the power of data to deliver better outcomes and define our digital future that will benefit society, the environment, the economy – and generations to come.
Commenting on their presence at DSEI 2023, Neil Dove, VP and Head of Defence & National Security at Fujitsu UK, said: “Innovation is essential for economic growth and to keep ahead of our adversaries; but innovation without purpose goes nowhere. To answer the biggest issues affecting our society and defence landscape, we need to collaborate. This year our focus is on how we as a global organisation can harness technology and its transformational potential, to aid collaboration across military, industry and government. Once again, as strategic partners of the Future Tech Zone at DSEI, Fujitsu is showing tangible technologies that cover everything from quantum computing and next generation networking to the cutting-edge artificial intelligence advancements.”
In the Fujitsu panel as part of the International Business Form, visitors from the UK and internationally will hear from technology leaders, academics and senior military representatives from the UK and Japan as to how the power of technology can drive strategic collaboration, enhance security and enable growth from the angle of the recently signed strategic military agreement. It will look at how creating a collaborative working environment and sharing best practice will best enable the new UK-Japan strategic relationship, with tangible outcomes.
On the technology side at their stand, Fujitsu will be showcasing technical demonstrations that cover five key areas for sustainable transformation and innovative disruption:
- Computing: The age of data-driven discovery demands ever-increasing access to the fastest supercomputers and the new world of quantum logic.
- Artificial Intelligence: Extracting value from AI requires a creative feedback loop with humans and demands new and faster approaches to production while retaining strong ethical standards.
- Next Generation Networks: Secure networks that operate with speed and energy efficiency from the edge to the core.
- Data and Security: Technology is creating a borderless world between the physical and digital – one where trust requires new distributed ways of validating transactions, securing data, and identifying participants.
- Converging Technologies: To be fully meaningful, digital modelling has to consider human behaviour, actions and emotions. We believe building robust, secure networks of collective intelligence, high-performance teams of humans, and machines thinking together, will be the key to building trust in society through innovation.
This year Fujitsu will once again have interactive aspects within their stand that will see visitors and exhibitors testing their skills and getting them to think about technology and what it really means:
Pit your skills against Fujitsu’s Quantum Game – How well do you know your qubits?
A real game showcasing the benefits of Quantum but without getting as technical as a Quantum Simulator. Bringing quantum technology to life, demonstrating scale and potential. There is also a prize if you can complete all the levels!
AI Juke Box: Bringing music creativity to life through AI lyric and music generation.
Create your own lyrics with the help of an AI engine, demonstrating human machine teaming in action. Hear your creations in your chosen music style, like a traditional Juke box only this time it’s AI and user created!
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DSEI 2023 – POWERING PROGRESS, DEFINING YOUR FUTURE
DSEI connects governments, national armed forces, industry thought leaders and the entire defence & security supply chain on a global scale. With a range of valuable opportunities for networking, a platform for business, access to relevant content & live-action demonstrations, the DSEI community can strengthen relationships, share knowledge and engage in the latest capabilities across the exhibition’s Aerospace, Land, Naval, Security & Joint Zones.
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