Cade Pepperrell, Senior Sustainability and Carbon Consultant at AtkinsRéalis, outlines how airports can build operational resilience to weather climate disruption.

David Ferbrache OBE, Managing Director of Beyond Blue, outlines some of the cyber and resilience trends to watch in 2026.

Richard Jacklin, Commercial Lead for Space at Plextek, discovers why the next generation of commercial, defence and scientific missions will depend on compact, software-defined sensing, with 2026 seen as a turning point for radar's orbit revolution.

Mark Fergusson, Head of Client Engagement, Tritax Big Box, tells us why building the UK's domestic defence manufacturing resilience will necessitate a more integrated and considered strategic approach.

As AI systems become embedded in defence infrastructure, Emma Du Parcq, Head of Consulting, Research and Thought Leadership at Roffey Park Institute looks beyond the technical challenge to the ethical and cultural implications.

Brinley Salzmann, Director – Overseas & Exports at ADS, looks at the potential benefits of a possible UK Offsets policy, a proposal for which has recently been released for public consultation by the UK MoD.

Mark Wood, VP Engineering at TT Electronics, examines the areas which aviation system designers should maintain their focus on in order to optimise efficiencies and help reduce aviation's environmental impact.

Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath CB, OBE, DSEI UK Senior Military Advisor, highlights the significant role that DSEI UK 2025 will play in actively preparing for the future of defence, when it returns to ExCeL London next week (9th-12th September).

Oliver Spence, CEO of CybaVerse, analyses the role of the new Cyber and Electromagnetic Command towards delivering a strategic advantage for UK defence.

Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath CB, OBE, DSEI Senior Military Advisor, examines the role of international exhibitions in helping realise the aims of the UK's Strategic Defence Review.

Elspeth McIntyre, Technical Director at AtkinsRéalis, explores how digital rehearsal can help the defence sector rapidly scale and expedite procurement.

David Ferbrache, managing director of Beyond Blue and Matt Gordon-Smith, director of Resilience Insights, consider how UK airports can mirror the efforts of financial regulations to safeguard their operations through collaborative scenario testing.

Jeff Hoyle, Executive Vice President of Global Aero, Space and Defence & Managing Director UK and North America, Expleo, looks at how the UK AI sector can build public trust and learn from industries like aerospace and defence.

Tom Rowe-Jones, Director at LAVA Advisory Partners, examines the fundementals that underpin strategies aimed at attracting and retaining technical engineering talent.

Andrew Brough, a director at management consultancy Vendigital and Isabelle Russell, an account manager at Siemens UK, look at advancement of digital technologies and training to develop an innovation mindset aimed at boosting productivity and profits.

Sean Tipper, Chief Technology Officer and co-founder at Sentinel Photonics, examines how evolving laser technology is changing the threat landscape.

While airlines struggle to access timely engine maintenance, Tom Cash, Director, Foxmere, explains how to maximise aircraft maintenance efforts during these turbulent times.

Gordon Woodward, Managing Director, M&E Global, provides insights into effectively developing a highly skilled workforce for the expanding defence sector.

Peter Lenk, Technical Lead at Goldilock, sets out the key steps for building a timeline of resilience for the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).

Usman Choudhary, Chief Product & Technology Officer, VIPRE Security Group, shares his thoughts on security trends that will likely dominate in 2025.

Tristan Wood, founder of Livewire Digital, explains how the UK is leveraging its advanced manufacturing sector and partnerships with industry, government and international allies, to transform military capabilities, with COTS solutions in the vanguard.

Neil McManus, a Partner and aerospace and defence specialist at Vendigital, encourages manufacturers to collaborate closely with suppliers to mitigate the impact of shocks and supply chain disruptions.

Graham Younger, VP of Aerospace at Expleo, looks at how the use of AI technologies can enhance cybersecurity across the aerospace sector.

As real-time data streaming on kit, soldiers, assets and even from space transform the battlefield, Rob Mather, VP, aerospace and defence industries, IFS, examines why interconnected technologies and data streams are now critical to mission success.

Simon Farnfield, event director at Advanced Engineering, explores the potential of the digital thread concept to close the disconnect between design and production which plagues many manufacturing projects.

Gary Barlet, Public Sector CTO at Illumio, advocates implementation of zero trust strategies to address the biggest cyber threats to defence.

Jim Green, AtkinsRéalis Technical Director AI & Data Solutions, outlines some of the challenges associated with introducing AI to the defence sector.

Jeff Hoyle, Executive Vice President of Global Aero, Space and Defence and Managing Director UK and North America, Expleo, considers whether there is time enough to build an advanced air mobility sector in the UK by 2030.

Paul Adams, Director and aerospace and defence sector specialist at management consultancy Vendigital, defines the risks and challenges involved in taking innovative aerospace and defence products to market.

Stephen Gifford, Chief Economist at the Faraday Institution, examines the potential of three technologies being developed for future low-carbon aviation.

Martin Rowse, Campaign Director, Airbus Defence and Space, looks at why reinforcing the UK's security requires the prioritisation of sovereign capability across the country's defence and space sectors.

With insider threats on the increase, Noah Price, G4S Academy International Director, explains the risks and threats employees can pose to your organisation and how to prevent them.

Ruth Fain, head of advisory for ITPEnergised, who has worked with SaxaVord Spaceport, launch operators, local authorities and the CAA on environmental consent for UK spaceflight activities, outlines recommendations for future-proofing ongoing data collection for space operator activities in the UK.

Tristan Wood, founder of Livewire Digital, explores the power of hybrid networking and how it can underpin robust wide area networks across all arms and services, from land, sea and air.

John Dix, Land Communications, Thales, considers the role of data-centric security and evolving soldier systems integration, in complex future warfare.

Paul Adams, aerospace and defence sector specialist at Vendigital, explains why Just in Time production is unlikely to make a comeback anytime soon.

Jenny Tragner, Director and Head of Policy at ForrestBrown, looks at why R&D tax reform could have unintended consequences for aerospace and defence (A&D) supply chains.

Carl Patrick, Robot Sales Manager – Machine Tool Automation at FANUC UK, busts some of the myths surrounding greater automation and explains why we should be embracing robots.

Paul Adams, Director and aerospace & defence sector specialist at Vendigital, highlights the ways in which OEMs and their suppliers can proactively address critical supply chain risks.

Julian Del Campo, Business Development Manager, Aerospace and Defence, Portescap, looks at the development of precision miniature motors in advanced aerospace and defence systems.

Richard Gutsell, Programme Director, Atkins, stresses the need for more enduring partnerships to ensure defence can actually achieve its aim of delivering true decarbonisation.

Mivy James, Digital Transformation Director, BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, outlines how digital threads are transforming multidomain operations.

Ben Bridge, Chairman, Airbus Defence and Space UK, provides an insight into action aimed at preventing hostile cyberattacks on UK infrastructure and services.

Shonnel Malani, Managing Partner, Advent International, Chairman, Cobham and Ultra Electronics and Non-Exec Director, Maxar Technologies, examines the impact of the UK Government’s DCP23.

Gary Cannon, space segment lead at Satellite Applications Catapult and member of the Advanced Engineering advisory board, examines space sector recruitment and why now is the best time to join the space industry.

For those investing in artificial intelligence (AI), Anna Lewis, a Principal Consultant in Atkins’ Aerospace, Defence, Security & Technology division, lauds its transformative potential but advises caution.

Simon Connell, Chief Executive of the Baker Dearing Educational Trust, argues that tackling the aerospace skills shortages will require flexibility and engagement from education and industry.

Philip Mackereth, Systems Engineer and Project Manager at Exobotics, considers how developing international space relations could drive Britain towards its goal of becoming a science and technology superpower.

According to industry leaders at this year’s Sustainable Skies World Summit at Farnborough, zero emission flights are within our grasp but scale, collaboration and innovation are vital to achieving net zero goals.

Wendy Carrara, Senior Manager for Digital & European Institutions at Airbus Defence and Space, outlines how advances in satellites will enhance monitoring of Earth's ecosystems.

With just weeks to go until UK Government research and development (R&D) tax schemes are changed, Mark Evans from R&D Tax Claims Ltd, looks at what this means for aerospace and defence firms.

With technology driving the defence sector, Matt Medley, Industry Director, A&D Manufacturing, IFS, surveys the anticipated developments taking place as we move into 2023.

On 12th December 2022, aeronautical pioneer and distinguished Cranfield alumnus Ralph Spenser Hooper - part of the very first student cohort at the College of Aeronautics, Cranfield in 1946 - sadly passed away, aged 96.

Swetha Kotichintala, Chief Business Officer & aerospace engineer, Exobotics, outlines why women need more representation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Dale Tutt, VP of Industry Strategy, Siemens Digital Industries Software, considers how Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) can accelerate digital transformation and innovation across aerospace and defence (A&D).

André Viljoen, former commercial airline pilot and logistics manager at Artemis Aerospace, settles some of the most common misconceptions about the safety of air travel.

Jim Scott, owner of component supplier Artemis Aerospace, considers how the aviation industry can build momentum in highlighting careers in the sector and tackling the growing gap in relevant skillsets.

Thousands of photos of Cranfield University’s early days in aviation are set to be digitised due a new grant and archivists are now seeking additional funds to make the entire collection digital and available online.

Noah Price, Head of the G4S Academy, considers the security threats faced by critical national infrastructure (CNI) and how to stay one step ahead through security best practice.

Artemis Aerospace's owner Jim Scott, charts commercial flight history, how affordable global travel really took off and the new era of post-pandemic aviation.

James Domone, Principal Engineer, Atkins, examines ways in which the electrification of aerospace is being accelerated to power the future of flight.

Neil Ballinger, head of EMEA at EU Automation, looks at ways of stepping up to the challenges currently facing aerospace supply chains.

Thomas Howe, Senior Principal Navigation and Seamanship, BMT, looks at how artificial intelligence and increasing autonomy can safely be integrated into operations at sea.

Anita Friend, Head of the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA), highlights the increasing importance of innovation for defence and security.

Jim Scott, owner of Artemis Aerospace, discusses how he sees the aviation industry adapting and emerging from the COVID-19 crisis.

On the 30th of August 1952, the large delta winged Avro 698 prototype VX770 made its maiden flight at the Woodford Aerodrome, powered by four Rolls-Royce Avon engines.

The Founder and Chairman of Avia Solutions Group, Gediminas Ziemelis, takes a look at developments across the global aviation industry during 2021.

On Wright Brothers Day, Professor Adrian Thomas, Co-Founder and CSO of Animal Dynamics, examines what the urban air mobility market could learn from the Wright Brothers.

Evan Sloss, Director EMEA at iBASEt, identifies five technology trends set to change aerospace & defence manufacturing in 2022.

With the switch to sustainable air travel to meet CO2 emission targets a necessity, the UK Government is investing millions into the manufacture of Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD) for the UK aerospace sector.

Nick Allen, Managing Director of 3DPRINTUK, reveals manufacturing applications where 3D printing offers an advantageous alternative to injection moulding.

How do you power a future combat aircraft, when energy demands of the systems aboard are constantly increasing but the need for efficiency and sustainability has become a global priority?

James Domone, Principal Engineer, Atkins, looks at the adoption of circular economy principles in aerospace and how their application can help decarbonise the UK defence sector.

Dr Nira Chamberlain, Professional Head of Discipline for Data Science, Atkins, asks how can we be sure artificial intelligence (AI) can be relied upon to drive automated military vehicles?

Rob Watts, Director of Consulting, ACC Aviation, highlights why Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing is of increasing importance in aviation deal making.

The establishment of new freeports in England - expected to be operational by the end of 2021 - offer the prospect of a range of unique business benefits, according to law firm DLA Piper.

Ian Risk, Chief Technology Officer at The Centre for Modelling & Simulation (CFMS) believes the latest developments in digital engineering are already pioneering new sustainable approaches to the aerospace design cycle.

Joe Matusiak, Grants Manager, ABGI UK, explains why access to the EU’s Horizon 2020 (H2020) scheme remains vital for the UK aerospace sector.

In a recent interview with DSEI Senior Defence Advisor, Air Vice-Marshal (ret’d) Gary Waterfall, Air Vice Marshal Harv Smyth, Head of the UK Space Directorate, highlighted the vital role of the space domain for UK security.

Mark Jeffrey, Technical Director, Recab UK, outlines the key considerations when designing embedded systems for processing data in defence.

As Cyber Monday approaches, Radmila Blazheska, CMO, SecurityHQ, defines the true impact of security breaches on an organisation's reputation and how to reduce your chances of a debilitating attack through damage control.

Jean-Sebastien Connell, a consultant at Atkins, tells us why we should modify our thinking to ensure the resilience of our UK border network.

Matt Medley, Senior Product Manager, IFS, explains why the Covid-19 crisis has caused an acceleration of digital transformation across defence organisations.

A new study from the Centre for Modelling & Simulation (CFMS), a not-for-profit specialist in digital engineering, has helped the aerospace industry move a step closer to the development of regional electric aircraft.

Tim Edwards, Head of Engineering, Aerospace, Atkins, highlights key challenges facing aerospace engineers, as the world aims at zero net CO2 emissions by 2050.

Wolf Von Kumberg and Elizabeth Reid at law firm Bird & Bird, examine the impact of COVID-19 on Aerospace & Defence (A&D) supply chains and building resilience.

Nick Allen, Managing Director, 3DPrint UK, compares additive manufacturing for parts production against more traditional alternative processes.

Graham Grose, VP and Industry Director, Aerospace & Defence, IFS, outlines three tech initiatives changing the logistics and supply chains of the military, OEMs and providers of future in-service defence support.

Matthew Simpson, Head of Cyber Security at Atkins, considers whether the aviation industry is taking the issue of cyber security seriously enough.

Graham McCall, Vice President Operations UK, Aras, tells us why the aerospace and defence sectors need to rethink their approach to data management.

Over the past few months, 8,000 gold bars - 100 tonnes - were carefully transported from the Bank of England’s vaults in London to Poland.

Jeff Pike, Head of Aerospace & Defence Strategic Programmes & Initiatives at IFS, reveals immediate operational and renewable energy driven battlefield and logistical support benefits.

Sophie Hand, UK Country Manager at EU Automation, shares some recent developments in electric aircraft and discusses where the industry will go next.

Dave Clark, Market Director, Aerospace and Defence, Atkins, considers the extent to which organisations in the defence sector should embrace open platforms.

Graham McCall, VP Operations UK, Aras, looks at why aerospace manufacturers have to fully embrace digital transformation to address greater product complexity, as well as compliance, risk and resilience issues.

Blockchain makes headlines as the technology underpinning controversial cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. Yet, asks Atkins' engineer Robert Smithers, does blockchain also have a place in proving military airworthiness?

Christian Matenaers, Marketing Director, Zoro.co.uk, outlines how digital transformation in the MRO industry has the potential to bring transparency and accountability to the aviation sector.

Sarah Hewitt, Director in the Major Risks Practice of Gallagher and Wayne Leech of Travelers Insurance, examine some of the risks that can accompany the many opportunities 3D printing offers industry.

Hetal Petal, Marketing Projects Manager, Advanced Engineering, looks at the importance of women in engineering throughout history and what can be done to encourage more females into the industry.

Dr David Scrimshire, Managing Director of TEC Transnational, examines problems caused by conflict minerals and counterfeit parts in the supply chain.

In response to the recent report by the National Crime Agency (NCA), Vern Davis, Head of Aerospace, Defence and Security at Sopra Steria, provides a potential solution to the danger of serious and organised crime (SOC).

Graham Stubbs, Managing Director at Dean Group, highlights the current skills shortage in advanced engineering and the need to prioritise the growth of the UK's manufacturing workforce.