IDE Systems Joins Make UK Defence to Strengthen UK Defence Supply Chain

We are thrilled to announce that IDE Systems has joined Make UK Defence, a prominent organisation dedicated to championing and supporting the UK’s innovative and diverse defence manufacturers and the wider defence supply chain. This membership marks a significant milestone for IDE Systems, aligning us with a robust network committed to advancing the UK defence sector.

About Make UK Defence

Make UK Defence, guided by its member Advisory Board, is focused on understanding and addressing the challenges faced by its members within the domestic and global defence industry. The organisation amplifies the success of the UK defence supply chain while ensuring members' concerns are clearly heard and acted upon by the Government and Defence Primes. Make UK Defence also facilitates growth through networking events, Meet the Buyer opportunities, and business and people development programmes.

With a four-year spending settlement and a £16.5 billion budget increase awarded to the Ministry of Defence, there is a renewed focus on UK prosperity, levelling up, and winning overseas defence exports. Make UK Defence is dedicated to helping its members maximise their success in this dynamic sector.

IDE Systems’ Commitment to Excellence

IDE Systems is renowned for delivering top-tier systems safety engineering, systems thinking, and systems engineering across highly regulated industries, including defence. Our membership in Make UK Defence enables us to harness new opportunities, expand our network, and contribute to the collective goal of building a resilient and competitive UK defence supply chain.

Claire Deans, Head of Marketing & Operations of IDE Systems, commented, “Joining Make UK Defence is a significant step for IDE Systems. It not only aligns with our commitment to excellence and innovation but also provides us with a platform to actively participate in shaping the future of the UK defence industry. We look forward to collaborating with other members to drive forward the success of the defence supply chain.”

Benefits of Make UK Defence Membership

  • Deep Understanding and Advocacy: Make UK Defence provides a platform to understand and address members’ challenges within the defence industry, ensuring these are communicated to the Government and Defence Primes.

  • Growth Opportunities: Members can leverage networking and Meet the Buyer opportunities to enhance their market reach and business potential.

  • Competitive Advantage: Access to business and people development programmes helps members gain a competitive edge in the defence sector.

Make UK Defence is part of Make UK, the manufacturers' organisation. It champions and supports the UK's defence manufacturers and the wider supply chain, providing a range of services to help its members thrive in a competitive global market.

For more information about Make UK Defence, please visit: Make UK Defence | Make UK

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