At BAE Systems, we serve, supply and protect those who serve and protect us. For decades, our government customers have trusted us to develop the next generation of defence and security capabilities. We are a skilled workforce of around 107,000 people in more than 40 countries, providing some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. We support our customers so that they can stay ahead of evolving threats across land, sea, air, cyber and space.
Deloitte is a global professional services provider, with a space practice that blends our full range of professional services offerings with space subject matter expertise, to help space start-ups scale, support UK government in delivering complex space programmes, grow space sector businesses and advise industries on what space means for them. To help accelerate the possibilities, we collaborate with business leaders and the innovation ecosystem to bring our global and cross-industry expertise to serve the space industry.
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. In today’s contested and fast-evolving defence landscape, secure and reliable integrated information systems are mission-critical. We work tirelessly to advise, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex information systems that support defence and intelligence communities across the UK and allied nations. Our sovereign capability, combined with expertise in cloud, cyber, data, systems engineering, AI, and emerging technologies, enables us to design and operate systems that are resilient, scalable, and ready for tomorrow’s threats.
Mission-focused, globally connected.
The threat landscape is evolving fast, demanding mission partners who think globally and act with purpose. Deloitte combines deep defence expertise with the ability to make things happen – shaping industrial capability, embedding future-focused technologies, and enabling the militaries of the future.
Our role is to help Defence build modernised, resilient and ready forces. For over 20 years, Deloitte has proudly worked with the UK MoD and defence industry on the most important transformations in the sector. In the UK we employ over 350 veterans, have 3,000 security cleared staff and over 1,000 people working daily in support of the Defence mission.
Thales is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies, developing products and solutions that help make the world safer, greener and more inclusive.
In 2025, the company generated revenues of €22.1 billion with >80,000 employees in 68 countries. Thales in the UK is a strategic partner to UK MOD with a team of over 7,000 experts, including 4,500 highly skilled engineers, located across 16 sites.
MASS is a global, independent technology company trusted by governments and the defence sector to deliver highly secure digital services that protect data and safeguard critical information. With decades of experience working with the UK and its allies, we deliver advanced technology, services and training that support operational readiness. Our innovative approach enables us to create agile, resilient and customised solutions that deliver operational advantage.
Helsing is a new type of defence company, providing cutting-edge software and Artificial Intelligence to protect our democracies. The world-leading team of European engineers achieves significant capability gains from in-service platforms and new systems, using edge data-processing to enhance combat functions and decision-making.
Helsing is Europe’s largest new defence company. First established in Munich and London before opening further sovereign entities in France and the Baltics and providing ongoing support to Ukraine.
We partner with industry leaders and governments, while funding our own research, enabling capability development at the speed and scale of software development cycles.
The Royal Aeronautical Society, founded in 1866, is the leading professional organisation for the aerospace, aviation and space sectors. We provide our global network of members with professional recognition for their accomplishments and expertise, along with opportunities for learning and development through sharing knowledge resources and events.
Ericsson, a global leader in mobile connectivity, is leveraging its unrivalled expertise in communication networks to transform defense communications and strengthen national security at a time of profound change.
Ericsson’s high-performing networks connects billions of people every day. For 150 years, the company has been a pioneer in communications technology, delivering mobile connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises alike. We offer mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises. Working closely with customers and partners, Ericsson is helping to shape the digital world of tomorrow.
Formed in 1866, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), is the world’s only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace, space and aviation community. The award-winning AEROSPACE magazine is the flagship monthly publication of the Royal Aeronautical Society and is free to all members and Corporate Partner organisations as part of their membership. It is written for aerospace professionals by aerospace professionals. The magazine is available in print and digital version with each monthly issue delivering in-depth analysis, expert opinion and learned insight into the latest global industry news and trends in aviation, aerospace and spaceflight.
Aviation Week Network is the largest multimedia information and services provider for the global aviation, aerospace, and defense industries, serving 1.2 million professionals around the world. Industry professionals rely on Aviation Week Network to help them understand the market, make decisions, predict trends, and connect with people and business opportunities. Customers include the world’s leading aerospace manufacturers and suppliers, airlines, airports, business aviation operators, militaries, governments and other organizations that serve this worldwide marketplace. Aviation Week Network’s portfolio delivers award-winning journalism, data, intelligence and analytical resources, world-class tradeshows and conferences, and results-driven marketing services and advertising. Aviation Week Network is part of Informa Markets, a division of Informa PLC.