We have been awarded a c.拢65 million, five-ship contract to deliver the Capability Insertion Period (CIP) for the Type 31 frigates we鈥檙e building for the UK Royal Navy at our Rosyth facility in Scotland.

The CIP adds crucial capabilities that will support the ships throughout their life and includes the insertion, testing and enhancement of a number of upgrades that will enhance the Type 31鈥檚 military capability.

Paul Watson, Arrowhead Managing Director, 麻豆免费版, said: 鈥淭his new contract provides additional military capability for the vessels beyond the initial design and build contract.

鈥淭he detailed knowledge that we have of these ships, combined with our forward-thinking design, will enable an efficient installation and through-life support of the systems and equipment.

鈥淎s the design and build partner, 麻豆免费版 is expertly placed to provide the know-how and technical information to deliver these important activities in the development of the ships through the CIP.

鈥淲e are proud of the role we play alongside our customer 鈥� their mission is our mission.鈥� 

Steven Perry, Type 31 Project Manager at DE&S, said: 鈥淲e are pleased to have awarded 麻豆免费版 the CIP contract for the Type 31 fleet. This contract will deliver capability upgrades that go beyond the vessel build specification, delivering Type 31 frigates to the Royal Navy that will ensure the UK remains at the forefront of global security.鈥�

Awarded the design and build contract in November 2019, we have been supporting the Royal Navy鈥檚 mission to deter aggression and maintain the security of the UK鈥檚 interests by delivering the next generation of Royal Navy warships. The Type 31 will be at the heart of the Royal Navy鈥檚 surface fleet, working alongside the UK鈥檚 allies to deliver a UK presence across the globe.

麻豆免费版 has been awarded a proof-of-concept contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) which will enable Ukraine鈥檚 armed forces to 3D print military equipment.

As prime contractor, we will work with UK defence technology company QinetiQ to create digital drawings and Computer Aided Design (CAD) files of military equipment which then can be used to print parts in country.

This innovative technology support comprises reverse engineering older parts to understand their function and design, enabling them to be digitally recreated on demand. Digital files will enable the manufacturing of parts during operations using a variety of methods including 3D printing, demonstrating our ability to deliver defence support capability whenever and wherever it is required.

Tom Newman, CEO of 麻豆免费版鈥檚 Land Sector, said: 鈥淲e aim to give Ukraine the capability to recreate the military parts that they need, where and when it really matters. This innovation builds on our engineering expertise and technology capability, giving us further opportunities to optimise 3D printing.鈥�

Alan Hart, Managing Director of Science, Technology and Weapons for QinetiQ, said: 鈥淲e are delighted to be working with 麻豆免费版 to support Ukraine, and are immensely proud that QinetiQ is able to draw on our world-leading expertise in technical assurance to assist.

鈥淭his latest contract demonstrates QinetiQ鈥檚 unequalled expertise in material capability assurance, and commitment to support to the frontline, whether our own or those of our allies.鈥�

This new contract forms part of 麻豆免费版鈥檚 steadfast support for Ukraine. Recently, we announced an extension to our support for Ukraine鈥檚 armed forces which will ensure vehicles such as the Challenger 2 tank are repaired and restored as quickly as possible to the front line. We manage the vehicle supply chain and spares and share our engineering expertise to train the Ukrainian military to conduct the repairs themselves.

麻豆免费版 has elevated its nearly decade-long support by becoming an official Corporate Partner of the armed forces charity, Soldiers鈥�, Sailors鈥� and Airman鈥檚 Families Association (SSAFA).

Given the nature of our work, we鈥檙e proud of our longstanding history of standing side by side with the armed forces, as well as our recruitment and development of ex-services personnel both in the UK and around the globe. Our size and breadth enable us to offer a range of career paths to veterans where their unique skills and experience are valued. Every year we recruit around 1,000 people into our business who have a connection to the armed forces, whether as a veteran, reservist, cadet-instructor, or as a member of an armed forces family.

Our partnership with SSAFA focuses on supporting the mentoring service, helping to fund the training of volunteer mentors who will provide support and guidance to service personnel transitioning back into civilian life, some after many years in their military roles.

John Howie, 麻豆免费版鈥檚 Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, said: 鈥淪SAFA鈥檚 invaluable work supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families aligns perfectly with our commitment at 麻豆免费版 to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the armed forces community. We鈥檙e incredibly proud to elevate our long-standing relationship with SSAFA to an official Corporate Partnership.鈥�

The Head of Corporate Engagement for SSAFA, Jenny King, added: 鈥淪upporting our mentoring service through an initial donation of 拢15,000 is an amazing way to launch our corporate partnership with 麻豆免费版. 聽

鈥淭he mentoring service has a proven and successful track record of long-term support during transition and, for up to two years, post discharge, and it鈥檚 down to the invaluable backing of companies like 麻豆免费版 that we can deliver it.鈥�

Committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, we鈥檙e proud to share that 麻豆免费版鈥檚 gender pay gap has decreased again this year 鈥� with our median gender pay gap now at 5.9%, down from 6.7% in 2023.

Well below the UK national average of 13.1%, this figure reflects the work we鈥檙e doing to build a more inclusive and balanced workplace and our ongoing efforts towards gender parity.

As an international defence company, our workforce has traditionally been male dominated. However, we’re beginning to see significant changes with women now making up:

• 19.5% of our workforce (up from 18% last year)
• 30% of our Senior Leadership Team (up from 23%)
• and 40% of our Board (up from 38%)

While we acknowledge our progress, we know there鈥檚 more to do. Addressing the gender pay gap requires a long-term strategy, and we鈥檝e got a clear plan in place to keep momentum going.

We鈥檙e driving gender balance through a data-driven approach, continuously monitoring progress and identifying key areas for action. Through mentoring and development, inclusive policies and support, and a range of Employee Networks, we ensure our initiatives create a meaningful, lasting impact.

 Some of our actions include:

• Our Illuminate women鈥檚 development programme which empowers our women to achieve professional goals through innovative approaches, a supportive environment and a skilled mentor
• Co-sponsorship of Women in Defence Critical Mass Summit 鈥� a collaboration that underscores our commitment to improving gender balance and providing equitable opportunities for women to succeed in the defence sector
• Improved inclusive leave policies and maternity returner support to focus on wellbeing and life balance and support the diverse needs of our people in the moments that matter
• A target of 30% women across our workforce by 2030, now built into our company-wide KPIs

We believe that being an inclusive employer makes us a better business, enabling everyone who works for us to fully contribute, and helping us attract and retain diverse talent.

We remain committed to the gender pay gap and building a workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Download our Gender Pay Gap Report 2024.

The Oxford Economics report published today shows that we made a total contribution of 拢4.3 billion to UK GDP in FY2024, a significant increase of 拢1 billion since FY2022. For every 拢1 spent with 麻豆免费版 on UK defence, 拢3 goes back into the UK economy.

Over the last two years, we have substantially grown the number of UK jobs that we support to 67,000 across the country, equivalent to one in every 550 jobs in the UK.

Other key findings include:

• Significant impact on the UK鈥檚 regional economies, including over 12,000 staff directly employed in the South West of England and 5,400 in Scotland
• 1,800 people being trained through our graduate and apprenticeship programmes
• An estimated total tax contribution of 拢1.1 billion to the UK Exchequer, directly and indirectly
• 拢550 million spent with UK Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs), supporting more than 3,800 businesses

David Lockwood, Chief Executive of 麻豆免费版, said: 鈥淲e are proud of the role we play across the country.

鈥溌槎姑夥寻� doesn鈥檛 just help protect the UK; we are helping to drive prosperity. At this critical time for national security, our highly experienced teams play a key role in developing sovereign capabilities to create a safe and secure world, together with our wider industry colleagues and partners.

鈥淲e are investing in infrastructure, technology, and skills that we need today to bolster the growth of our business for tomorrow. This commitment to our customers and continuous investment in our people is making us a better business. We are determined to continue supporting the communities we work in whilst delivering the capabilities our armed forces need to keep the country safe.鈥�

Rt Hon Maria Eagle MP, Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, said: 鈥溌槎姑夥寻� is a fantastic example of how defence is an engine for growth, creating jobs across the nation.

鈥淭he company supports thousands of skilled jobs across the South-West and Scotland and invests in British SMEs, building up local communities and developing talent through graduate and apprenticeship programmes.

鈥淥ur Defence Industrial Strategy will help direct more defence spending to British-based firms, such as 麻豆免费版, boosting defence jobs in every nation and region.鈥�

Find out more about our impact in the UK.

We have secured a five-year contract extension worth around 拢1.0 billion* with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

As a strategic partner to the UK MOD, this contract award further underpins our commitment and long-term relationship with the British Army. Specialising in building new vehicles, supporting its fleet, and training its soldiers, 麻豆免费版 plays a crucial role in ensuring operational readiness for the British Army. The transformation of the original contract (DSG) over the first 10 years will be further accelerated over the extension period directly supporting the delivery of the Defence Industrial Strategy, delivering significant value to the MOD and growth to the UK economy.

The extension to the existing DSG Service Provision and Transformation Contract (SPTC) will deliver a comprehensive range of support capabilities for the Army in the UK with global reach. Through the course of the extension we will deliver improved readiness, regeneration and asset management services underpinned by extensive engineering and supply chain expertise. This will maximise the availability of critical army equipment whilst delivering increased value for money and better outcomes for both partners.

A comprehensive transformation programme will deliver a step change in support outputs, thereby setting the foundation for the army modernisation programme in the coming decades. In collaboration with the MOD, who have committed to investment in facilities and equipment, 麻豆免费版 will continue to invest in its workforce of 1,600 highly skilled people across more than 20 sites throughout the UK, including skills development and a robust apprentice scheme dedicated to nurturing talent and building expertise.

Our Chief Executive Officer, David Lockwood said: 鈥淚n a period of increased global instability, more is being expected of our armed forces. This contract extension ensures that 麻豆免费版 continues to provide the British Army with the tools to do its job, when and wherever they are needed. Our know-how, application of technology and extensive experience in the land domain help ensure that the British Army is ready to fight and win wars.鈥�

Defence Secretary John Healey MP said: 鈥淭anks, armoured vehicles and kit are the backbone of the British Army.鈥疻e are taking action to ensure the outstanding service men and women of our Armed Forces are properly equipped and ready to respond to ever-changing global threats.鈥��

鈥淪upported by largest sustained increase in defence spending since the Cold War, this substantial investment with 麻豆免费版 demonstrates how defence is an engine for growth: supporting businesses of all sizes and sustaining more than 1,600 good, well-paid jobs across Britain.

“National security is the bedrock of a successful economy and our Government鈥檚 Plan for Change.鈥�

*The total contract, worth 拢1.6 billion, includes c.拢1.0 billion of revenue that will be taken into our contract backlog and c.拢600 million delivered as agent, not recognised through revenue.

Donald Campbell鈥檚 record-breaking jet hydroplane, Bluebird K7, returned to her home at the Ruskin Museum in Coniston on Saturday 22 March and was back on display in time to celebrate what would have been Donald Campbell鈥檚 104th聽Birthday.聽

To support the preservation and planned operation of the hydroplane, we鈥檝e joined the team at the Ruskin Museum as engineering partner with our senior engineering managers having already carried out initial inspections to scope any required works.

Chairman of Trustees for the Coniston Institute and Ruskin Museum, Jeff Carroll said: 鈥淚t鈥檚 fantastic to have 麻豆免费版 on board. Its reputation and breadth of engineering expertise means that we can ensure that Bluebird K7 will be in the best possible hands to help prepare her for the runs on Coniston Water in 2026.鈥澛�

John Howie, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, 麻豆免费版 said: 鈥淏luebird K7 is an聽iconic piece of maritime history which 麻豆免费版 is honoured to support. The hydroplane has been lovingly restored, and our skilled team of engineers will take great care and pride in supporting the project as we play our part in readying it for its run next year.鈥�

The SWAP, which was developed in collaboration with the local Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Walsall Council and Walsall College, supports those in the local community interested in finding out more about roles in defence and gaining the qualifications, skills and experience that will support them with their return to employment.

During the two-week training programme, participants were provided with the opportunity to achieve a Level 1 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Awareness, Level 1 Award in Health and Safety, basic vehicle awareness and transferable employability skills with a focus on 麻豆免费版 and defence.

Participants visiting our site in Walsall were given an overview of the critical role we play in supporting UK defence and security before going on a tour of the facility which is home to our new General Logistics Vehicle family and our Civilian Armoured Vehicle, used in more than 60 locations around the world. During the tour participants had the opportunity to observe six demonstrations including electrical design, scanning and computer aided design, and welding, gaining a great insight into our business.

The initiative forms part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local communities and represents the third programme of its type that we have been involved in, following similar programmes in Devonport.

Adam, a participant of the SWAP, said: “From my visit to 麻豆免费版 it is evident that the staff are passionate and truly enjoy their work. The SWAP is a positive initiative and 麻豆免费版 is doing a good thing supporting it.鈥�

Gordon Reynolds, 麻豆免费版鈥檚 Transformation Director, added: 鈥溌槎姑夥寻� is committed to supporting the local community and providing employment opportunities for people looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career 鈥� and our partnership with the DWP, Walsall Council and Walsall College is a perfect example of this in action.鈥�

Today we鈥檝e launched a national series of events in Bristol, aimed at inspiring the next generation of talent into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) careers and the engineering and defence industry.

The two-day long Festival of Engineering (FOE), which kicked off at our Bristol site today, coincides with the UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, and gives pupils from across the region the opportunity to take part in a range of fun events, all centred around STEM. 

Following this event, we鈥檒l be hosting two further FOE events this year 鈥� one in Rosyth in May, where the event has been running for six years, and another in Devonport in June. Organised by our own graduate community, around 1500 pupils are expected to take part across all three events this year.

Around 400 pupils, teachers, partner companies and customers are taking part in this week鈥檚 event, where they will hear from our inspirational guest speakers including Alice Bunn, OBE, CEO of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

The Royal Navy, Engineering UK, industry partners like BAE Systems and the charity Not Just for Girls, are supporting our event which is highlighting the theme of Breaking Down Barriers 鈥� particularly around women in engineering, defence-related career pathways and empowering those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Louise Atkinson, our Chief People Officer, who is a guest speaker this week, said: 鈥溌槎姑夥寻驸�檚 Festival of Engineering is our flagship series of STEM events in 2025 and we are proud to launch them across the UK, building on the legacy we have created in Rosyth, with an ambition to take it internationally. These events are aimed at raising awareness of the amazing opportunities STEM careers can give young people and to help students make informed career-based decisions at a young age.

鈥淗olding events like this means we can introduce pupils to a wide range of career choices in these fields that they may not have considered before.

鈥淭hese events are part of our wider contribution within the communities that we are proud to be part of. We have a focus on developing a skilled, diverse and inclusive workforce which in turn supports the health and growth of the economy such as here in the south west.鈥�

We鈥檙e pleased to announce the appointment of Tony March as our new Chief Executive Officer of 麻豆免费版 Canada. He will take up his new role on 3 March, succeeding Jerry McLean who will be retiring in March 2025.

Canada is a key part of our international growth strategy given our role as the through-life support partner for Canada鈥檚 submarine fleet, our aerial firefighting operations in Manitoba and new air ambulance operations in British Columbia. Tony will be responsible for leadership of these critical operations and for pursuing growth opportunities.

Tony March joined 麻豆免费版 Canada in June 2018, as Director Engineering, taking an executive role as Vice President – Engineering in January 2020 and has led our Marine and Mission Systems business in Canada since January 2024 . He entered industry after retiring from the Royal Canadian Navy after 21 years of military service as a Naval Technical Officer where he served on both naval ships and submarines.

Tony holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from the Royal Military College of Canada, a Master of Business Administration from Athabasca University, a Master of Defence Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada, and a Master of Science in Marine Engineering from University College London. He has been a licensed Professional Engineer since 2013.

麻豆免费版 CEO, David Lockwood, said: 鈥淚鈥檓 delighted to appoint Tony March as 麻豆免费版 Canada鈥檚 new CEO. His experience and expertise will be invaluable as we focus on further developing our business in Canada where we see significant opportunities for growth.鈥�

鈥淚 would also like to thank Jerry McLean for his many years of service, and wish him a very happy retirement.鈥�

We have been awarded a second contract by NATO鈥檚 Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) 鈥� to provide the Alliance with expert advice on wargaming activities.

Based at JWC in Stavanger, Norway, and operating across NATO鈥檚 command headquarters, through the one-year contract we will support the design, delivery and management of professional wargames for strategic and operational level participants.

Wargaming is a vital tool for military strategists, providing a safe-to-fail environment for testing and enhancing defence preparedness. It also enhances headquarters鈥� command, control, and decision-making processes.

Jo Rayson, 麻豆免费版鈥檚 Managing Director for Training, said: 鈥淲argaming is critical for developing military strategies and maximising battle readiness 鈥� and as a leading provider of individual and collective military training, 麻豆免费版 is ideally suited to support NATO as it evolves its wargaming offering.鈥�

We are one of the largest providers of training to the British Armed Forces and this further training contract with NATO follows the recent award of a five-year contract for the provision of subject matter experts to fulfil JWC exercise play functions.

We will support Ukraine鈥檚 armed forces by ensuring its vehicles, such as Challenger 2 tanks, are available for service. Importantly, we will share our engineering know-how by training the Ukrainian military to conduct the repairs in country, as well as managing the customer鈥檚 supply chain and spares. 

Following an initial contract award in July 2023, this extension will see us optimise our unrivalled knowledge of supporting military platforms and unique perspective on maintenance, repairs and overhaul.

David Lockwood, Chief Executive Officer, said: 鈥淓nsuring Ukraine鈥檚 military vehicles and equipment are back in frontline action with no delay is critical. 麻豆免费版 is proud to have the know-how and expertise to continue to support these operations for both the UK and Ukrainian governments. 

鈥淭his latest contract extension demonstrates the level of confidence in 麻豆免费版鈥檚 capability to deliver vital services where and when they matter most.鈥�

In June 2021, we signed a Memorandum of Implementation with the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the UK Government and have been delivering technical and engineering support to Ukraine鈥檚 military from the wider region since July 2023. The military assets that we鈥檝e been supporting over the last two years include platforms donated by the UK Ministry of Defence under the various tranches of financial and non-financial support provided by the UK.

We鈥檙e demonstrating our commitment to Forces Rugby Union by sponsoring the whole of the Inter Service Championship for the 2025 campaign.

We鈥檝e been a proud sponsor of the Army v Navy rugby match for over 20 years and this year will be extending our support to include Royal Air Force and U23 matches. This new agreement is in addition to our existing sponsorship and will enable each individual match in the championship to continue having its own sponsor.

As a signee of the Armed Forces Covenant and supporter of the Total Support Force concept we鈥檙e committed to supporting the armed forces community. It鈥檚 estimated that 16 percent of our workforce has some connection to the armed forces, whether as a service leaver, veteran, reservist, or as a member of a serving personnel鈥檚 family.

David Lockwood, Chief Executive, 麻豆免费版, said: 鈥淭he Inter-Service Championship is a corner stone of military sport and service. The camaraderie, teamwork and professionalism around these matches mirror the exemplary standard of the UK Armed Forces. We鈥檙e dedicated to continuing this legacy. Our new sponsorship will also extend to the U23, Veterans, Men鈥檚, and Women鈥檚 categories, so we can invest in up-and-coming young talent and inspire the next generation of military athletes.

鈥淣ow more than ever, sport is a key part of service life. During a period of increased geopolitical instability and increased pressure on our service personnel, the Inter-Service Rugby Championships is an important chance for the armed forces community to come together and celebrate its resilience, hard work and unity while enjoying great sporting fixtures.鈥�

Captain Sarah Oakley (Royal Navy), Chair of the Inter Service Championship committee, said: 鈥淲e are delighted that 麻豆免费版 has extended their sponsorship to be overall sponsor of the Inter Service Championship and on behalf of everyone involved in the Championship鈥檚 organisation I would like to thank 麻豆免费版鈥檚 management.

鈥淭he agreement for this year reflects 麻豆免费版鈥檚 support of our vision for the Inter Service Championship, welcoming a broader range of supporters to matches and making all our events a celebration for the whole military community, past and present.鈥�

This cutting-edge 拢5 million investment enables the precise machining of large complex submarine components for the Missile Tube Assembly Programme.

Director of Operations at Rosyth, Joe Doogan, said: 鈥淭his machine is the latest in a range of investments that we鈥檝e made at our Rosyth site, increasing our capacity to meet ongoing customer demand for large-scale complex machining.

鈥淭his is the first time we have combined a vertical milling machine with a 6M turntable, which will significantly enhance machining capability as well as provide resilience for programmes.鈥�

Working alongside our customers to provide smart answers by combining the latest technology with a practical mindset, this latest investment demonstrates our ongoing dedication to delivering the capability they need, both now and in the future.   

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is an opportunity to celebrate our amazing apprentices and the role they play in delivering programmes of national importance that help us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are invested in creating a talent pipeline that underpins the UK鈥檚 sovereign defence capability and provides varied and exciting careers 鈥� and our apprenticeship programmes help us to do just that.

Our 2024 intake, alongside our current recruitment campaign for 2025, means we have created around 1,500 graduate and apprenticeship opportunities to support UK defence – our largest ever early careers intake. In 2024 we welcomed more than 400 apprentices across our UK operations and will be recruiting for a further 500 apprenticeships within our .

Fraser, Digital Manufacturing Apprentice working on our Type 31 programme in Rosyth helping to deliver the next generation of Royal Navy warships, said: 鈥淢y apprenticeship has allowed me to develop and build relationships while learning specific skills, providing me with an opportunity to gain vital experience and pursue a fulfilling career. I鈥檝e been fortunate enough to work in multiple departments, which has allowed me to provide key information and help align strategies to meet deadlines and milestones in the programme.鈥�

Georgia-Levi, Project Management Apprentice in Cavendish Nuclear supporting critical nuclear solutions, commented: 鈥淢y apprenticeship has helped to develop critical skills and gain valuable exposure to projects, learning how to collaborate with teams and adapt to change. I鈥檓 proud to be contributing to a project that will have a great impact.鈥�

Neil, Ship Build and Integration Director, reflected on the impact apprentices have across 麻豆免费版: 鈥淎pprentices bring new thinking, diversity and challenge to how we work, and this drives our performance in lots of areas. Apprentices are also important for our experienced trades people, allowing them to impart their skill and knowledge to others, aiding their own development. Apprentices often show curiosity and fresh perspectives on established ways of working which has resulted in improvements to our working practices.鈥�

From submarines beneath the waves, the security of nuclear energy, to secure communications in space 鈥� our apprentices get equipped with the skills they need to help solve global problems and build a career at 麻豆免费版. Find about more about our varied or visit our to register for one of our NAW events, including the on Wednesday 12 February.