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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 around 20,000 people, with a budget of some £14 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 support 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


An RAF C-17 Globemaster III aircraft MOD sets out plans to ensure investment in state-of-the-art defence equipment

The Government has set out its plans to prioritise investment in Science and Technology, in order to... 1 Feb 12

A computer-generated image of the new Sea Ceptor missile New Sea Ceptor missiles to be developed for Royal Navy

The MOD has confirmed the development of a new Royal Navy missile defence system which will be able... 30 Jan 12

HMS Trenchant undergoing maintenance Partnership pays off for submarine upgrades

Two of the Royal Navy's Trafalgar Class submarines are reaping the benefits of major upgrades to... 26 Jan 12

Leave the landing light on

25 Jan 12

Defence Minister discusses space security

17 Jan 12

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Our Publications

Key documents

Defence Food Services - Frequently Asked Questions
Defence Food Services - Frequently Asked Questions
DE&S Organisation Chart
DE&S Organisation Wall Chart - June 2011
DE&S Business Plan 2010-13
DE&S Business Plan 2010-13
desider Magazine - Issue 45 - February 2012
desider Magazine - Issue 45 - February 2012

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Contact details:


Ministry of Defence
DE&S Secretariat
Maple 0a, #2043
MOD Abbey Wood,
Bristol.
BS34 8JH

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