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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 roughly 22,500 people, with a budget of £13 billion, its headquarters is in Bristol with other sites across the UK and overseas.


DE&S acquires and supports equipment and services, including ships, aircraft, vehicles and weapons, information systems and satellite communications.
As well as continuing to supply general requirements, food, clothing, medical and temporary accommodation, DE&S is also responsible for HM Naval Bases, the joint supply chain and British Forces Post Office.

 

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

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DE&S News


HMS Triumph

Navy submarine sails after six-year upgrade

The nuclear-powered Royal Navy submarine HMS Triumph has set sail for sea trials following a major... 11 Mar 10

Skynet 5 satellite

New satellite will support UK military operations

Communications on the UK's military operations are to be boosted thanks to a £400m contract for the... 11 Mar 10

Tugs alongside a warship

'Tugs of the future' will support Navy's new carriers

As part of the £1bn Future Provision Marine Services contract, a brand new range of Marine Service... 8 Mar 10

New life-saving equipment for medics in Afghanistan

2 Mar 10

Soldier toasts team behind Osprey body armour

1 Mar 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
Directorate of Sea Systems Index of Publications
A list of the publications sponsored / produced by the Directorate of Sea Systems, to enable external contractors to view and request via the email address under contacts.

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Contact details:


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

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