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Defence Equipment and Support

Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) equips and supports the UK's armed forces for current and future operations. Employing approximately 22,500 people, with a budget of £13 billion, its Headquarters is located in Bristol with other sites located across the UK and overseas.

DE&S acquires and supports through-life, equipment and services ranging from ships, aircraft, vehicles and weapons, to information systems and satellite communications.  As well as sustaining ongoing requirements including food, clothing, medical supplies and temporary accommodation, DE&S is also responsible for HM Naval Bases, the joint supply chain and British Forces Post Office (BFPO).

DE&S works closely with industry through partnering agreements and private finance initiatives in accordance with the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) to seek and deliver effective solutions for defence.

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DE&S News


Lockheed Martin F-35B Joint Combat Aircraft

MOD civil servant honoured for work on Joint Combat Aircraft

A Ministry of Defence civil servant has been honoured by both the United States Department of... 4 Feb 10

Light Weapons Event at MOD Main Building

UK forces' light weaponry showcased at MOD HQ

The latest developments in the wide range of light weapons available to British troops operating in... 29 Jan 10

A400M in flight over Spain

A400M success ushers in a new era for tactical airlift

Officials at DE&S have described the first flights of the A400M transport aircraft as heralding a... 26 Jan 10

Soldiers discuss with minister new kit bound for Afghanistan

22 Jan 10

First upgraded Lynx helicopters are back in service

19 Jan 10

More DE&S News


Our Publications

Key documents

Defence Equipment and Support Business Strategy 2008-12
The Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) Business Strategy 2008-12 sets out the strategic direction for DE&S.
Defence Equipment and Support - Blueprint: The Future Operating Model
This Blueprint sets out the future operating model for DE&S in line with the direction set out by our Business Strategy.
DE&S Organisation Chart
DE&S Organisation Wall Chart - October 2009
desider - Issue 21 - January 2010
desider - Issue 21 - January 2010

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Contacts:


Ministry of Defence
DE&S Secretariat
Maple 1c, #2120,
MOD Abbey Wood,
Bristol.
BS34 8JH

For general enquiries relating to DE&S please email:
DESSEC-Internet@mod.uk
[ For Freedom of Information enquiries please see link below in related pages]

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