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DE&S join American colleagues for F-35B fast jet trials on-board USS Wasp

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FOREWORD by Sir Bernard Gray, Chief of Defence Materiel

F-35B on the flight deck of USS Wasp. recurring theme running through this edition of Desider is the commitment and dedication of DE&S Astaff to their work. Chief Executive of the Civil Service, John Manzoni, praised the work and commitment of DE&S staff during his recent visit to DE&S Abbey Wood. In this edition, Chris Dell, Head of our Voyager programme, comments on the motivation of the teams he has worked with in DE&S over the years, who thrive desider on seeing the direct impact their work has on the Armed Forces; and Oliver Stanley, a project manager in the w w w.gov.uk/government/publications/desider Force Protection Team, when asked what he is most proud of, answered it was his team and the support they provide to this country’s military. Editor: These viewpoints, from the top of the shop to those Tim Foreman - 9352 30637 or 0117 9130637 working at the point of delivery, indicate a common [email protected] strand: staff at DE&S are highly motivated and inspired by the work they do to support others. Distribution Manager: This is evident by the progress made recently on some Dick Naughton - 9352 34 342 or 0117 9134 342 of our key programmes, including Crowsnest, Offshore DES [email protected] Patrol Vessels and Type 23 support, all highlighted in this edition. Advertising: On a personal note, I am deeply honoured to have Richard Stillman – Ten Alps Media, 1 New Oxford received a Knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday honours Street, High Holborn, London SC1A 1NU list. I would like to put on record that this recognition is Tel: +4 4 (0)20 7657 1837 built on the foundations of all the support I have received Fax: +4 4 (0)20 7379 7155 from DE&S staff since I joined in 2011 and is a tribute [email protected] to all we have achieved together to drive down costs, manage our projects and programmes better and deliver for our Armed Forces customers. Without the dedicated efforts of you all, DE&S would not have been able to deliver these results and would Printing: not be on a journey towards positive transformation, so I would like to extend my continued thanks to everyone for the contribution you have all made, working with me to improve the way we do things in DE&S over the last desider is distributed free to DE&S employees and the few years and in the months to come. equipment capabilit y organisations. Copies may be sent to readers outside MOD, including in the defence industries. While the editor takes care to ensure all material produced is accurate, no liabilit y can be accepted for errors or omissions. Views expressed in desider, and products and ser vices adver tised, are not necessarily endorsed by DE&S or the MOD. All editorial submissions must be cleared by the relevant MOD authorities with content for advertorials to be cleared by the relevant MOD project team before publication.

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desider July 2015 3 SENIOR LEADERS COMMENT

06 COM(Land) reflects on recent successes

NEWS

08 Historic agreement with Front Line Commands First-ever plans outlining the responsibilities of and relationship between DE&S and FLCs are jointly signed.

10 Ampthill a world class location Work starts on a new £5.5million Warrior and Scout facility to manufacture turrets for armoured vehicles. 06 13 DE&S takes further steps on its Freedom to Change CDM maps out DE&S transformation changes and thanks staff as the organisation aims to be the best in the world at delivering defence acquisition.

14 Typhoon gets a Battle of Britain makeover RAF unveils Typhoon fighter jet with WWII paint scheme to commemorate 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.

16 F-35B fast jet testing on USS Wasp The stealth fighter is put through its paces under the watchful eyes of DE&S staff in the latest stage of the programme’s development.

18 T23 programme success Type 23 support programme reaches two important milestones as a new life extension programme gets underway.

FEATURES

21 DSEI 2015 preview 14 100 days out from the largest integrated defence and security exhibition in the world, a look at what to expect.

28 John Manzoni’s first townhall The recently appointed Chief Executive of the Civil Service tells DE&S staff “people” are top of his priority list.

30 VIRTUS Final design trials for the new personal protection system take place on Salisbury Plain as the equipment heads into full production.

32 OPV and Mars Tanker Steel is cut on the second of the Royal Navy’s three OPVs while there are further significant achievements in the Military Afloat Reach and Sustainability (MARS) Tanker build.

36 Helicopter success A critical milestone in providing the eyes and ears for the future Queen Elizabeth Class carriers is reached, as helicopter training also gets a further boost. 16

4 desider July 2015 REGULARS

34 First Person Chris Dell, Strategic Transport and Air To Air Refuelling project team leader, speaks to Desider about PFIs, seizing the day and his love of golf.

40 DE&S People A round-up of news about people in DE&S, including a 60-second snapshot of a chosen member of staff.

46 Learning and development Information professionals and successful project managers lead the way in this month’s round up of learning and development in DE&S.

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LIEUTENANT GENERAL SIR CHRIS DEVERELL, Chief of Materiel (Land), reflects on the recent successes within the Land Domain ENGINEERED and encourages staff to engage with transformation and to seize With some 84,000 employees in six continents, our story is the opportunities offered by it. WITH about highly skilled people who are committed to serving our customers. Our people continue to break new ground engineering some of the world’s most advanced, E&S has had its critics in the past technology-centred products, systems and services across but our workforce has done a the physical and digital world. Dremarkable job in the last few years INSPIRATION. in very difficult circumstances. We are now in a completely different place, with a credit. We have made really significant improvements to our performance in the Land Domain. Over the last three years, we have delivered over 90% of our major projects on or ahead of schedule, and

signed 70 major contracts, with a total Tucker David Picture: value of over £14 billion. In Financial Year 12/13 we only got approval for six major project Initial or Main Gate Business Cases, whereas the figure for last year was 46. In addition, we have reduced our inventory by 33% (over £5 billion), and increased disposals by 20%. And our financial forecasting has become very accurate. Major highlights over the last year include securing the production contract with General Dynamics UK to deliver 589 SCOUT Specialist Vehicles to the Army, worth £3.5 billion, and the signature of the 13 year Logistic Commodities and Services (Transformation) contract with Leidos, worth over £6.5 billion. We have also played a major part in the exemplary redeployment of vast amounts of materiel to the UK from Afghanistan, within budget and to time. All this performance improvement would not have been possible without the hard work of all staff within the Domain. Looking ahead, I see my responsibility as ensuring that we are meeting the requirements of our customers whilst transforming the business. These are demanding tasks for us all. To aid us, the Land Domain Executive is producing a Strategy that will complement the DE&S transformation programme. Our aim is to be our customers’ first choice for procurement and support. Our goals include emulating a commercial at much lower cost. The contract will Movement. relationship with our customers, generate savings of some £500 million As far as the wider DE&S building a valued brand, transforming over its life. LCS(T) should also offer transformation is concerned, I urge staff our operational efficiency, and making opportunities to those staff who are to insist on being engaged by it, so that and managing the best deals with our transferring to Leidos and its partners. they can help shape the plan. I believe suppliers. To manage these changes we have that if we get this right everyone will One of our immediate priorities is formed a new Operating Centre in the want to work in DE&S! But getting it successfully transitioning storage, Land Domain – the Logistic Delivery right will take all of us, not just those distribution and commodity procurement Operating Centre. This will contain in the Materiel Strategy Team or the to our LCS(T) Delivery Partner, Leidos. the Commissioning and Managing Managed Service Providers. It has been Amongst other things, this will entail Organisation for the LCS(T) contract, a long time coming, but the hour is now the TUPE of 1200 or so staff on Service those parts of the LCS OC which are at hand. Significant changes are due to Commencement Date, which is currently out of scope for LCS(T) (such as the be rolled out over the coming months in planned for 1 August 2015. The long British Forces Post Office and the every aspect of our business. We mustn’t term benefit of this programme will be Disposal Services Authority), as well as drop the ball on our day job, but we must a 21st century service to the customer, Defence Support Chain Operations and seize this opportunity. www.baesystems.com

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Historic signing of 1st ever Command Acquisition and Support Plans for 2015-16

ir Bernard Gray, Chief of focus on any issues that arise. requirement with the following Defence Materiel (CDM), Sir Bernard said: “Since eight years in less detail. SChief of the Air Staff, Chief of becoming a bespoke trading entity, Jonathan Slater, Defence the General Staff and Commander CASPs are yet another key step in Authority for the Acquisition Joint Force Command jointly the development of the Materiel System, said: “I am immensely signed the first-ever Command Strategy. They offer a more pleased that CASP 15 has been Acquisition and Support Plans for tailored, professional approach to signed. This is a real step change 2015-16 (CASP 15). the way we work with the Front in the way that Defence manages CASPs are a subset of the Line Commands and the way they its output. Command Plans produced by work with us. “They provide DE&S and the each Front Line Command (FLC). “Such transparency will enable Frontline Commands, including They outline what the FLCs will DE&S to meet their requirements Strategic Programmes, with provide to defence and what more accurately and help us the necessary levers to deliver support DE&S will provide to the deliver them in the most cost- what the Armed forces need in a FLCs to enable them to meet their effective and efficient way manner that is best for Defence.” requirements. possible.” This financial year will also The CASP functions as a type The CASPs represent the latest see the development of the of contract, clearly identifying iteration of activity that began with Information Service Plans that the obligations of both sides. Soft Contract 13, and represent a will build on the experiences They include the money, people significant improvement in terms learned through CASPs and and equipment being provided of understanding exactly what cover the agreed Information to DE&S by the FLCs, and the DE&S needs to deliver to the FLCs and Communications Technology equipment, support, training and to enable their ultimate success. (ICT) programme of work between publications DE&S provides to the There are separate CASPs Information Systems and Services FLCs. for each of DE&S’s customers (ISS) and its customers. The detailed metrics contained including the Front Line This development represents within them also enable a Holding­ Commands and Strategic the constant improvement of the to-Account process to operate in Programmes. Each CASP contains Acquisition System and the new both directions. The aim being to a number of annexes that lay out robust control framework. encourage joint problem solving in detail the next two years of as well as a mechanism to quickly each equipment or service support

(From l-r) CGS – General Sir Nick Car ter, CDM – Sir Bernard Gray, CA S – ACM Sir Andrew Pulford and Commander JFC – General Sir Richard Barrons

8 desider July 2015 Capability Demonstrated

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Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) All four UK ser vice chiefs have confirmed their attendance at DSEI. Admiral Sir George Zambellas, First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff of the Royal Nav y; General Sir Nicholas Car ter, Chief of the General Staff; NEWS Air Chief Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford, Chief of the Air Staf f; and General Sir Richard Barrons, Commander Joint Forces Command, will all deliver keynote speeches on days that are themed for their individual Ser vices. DSEI is the largest integrated defence and security exhibition in the world, focusing on key sectors such as Rosyth air, land, naval and security. Hosted at ExCeL, London IN BRIEF Faslane 15-18 September, DSEI continues to ser ve as the premier meeting place for the world’s militar y communities. Providing a hub of knowledge sharing in key Spares contract award Beith operational and technical areas, themed seminars will Selex ES has been awarded a contract wor th in excess £20 of £20M by DE&S’s Defence Air Commodities Team to address the challenges, developments and future of the million, sector’s evolving landscape. These include: Air, Naval, provide a spares availability ser vice covering 15 air Land, Security and Special Forces, Medical Innovation, DE&S platform t ypes stationed at over 45 operating bases. Data Defence Air Unmanned and Global Par tnerships. analysis software and real-time inventor y management Commodities For more information please turn to the DSEI preview processes provide a computer modeling system that will Team on page 20. predict precisely when and where spares will be needed contract ensuring they are readily available whilst at the same awarded time minimising stock levels.

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NH3 London new £5.5million Bristol Warrior and Scout facility Yeovil Portsmouth Ampthill a world-class location Work has begun on a new multi-million pound facility Devonport to manufacture turrets for the British Army’s armoured vehicles. IMOC becomes SEOC The new £5.5 million facilit y, which is almost an acre in size, will form par t of the production line at Lockheed A foundation for improved support Mar tin that will manufacture new turrets for the Warrior On the 1st August the Inventor y Management OC armoured vehicles and the Scout SV. (IMOC) will become the Suppor t Enablers Operating Work on the new building, which is where the vehicle Centre (SEOC). This new title reflects SEOC’s primar y turrets will be kitted out and assembled before being role in providing a range of enabling processes, ser vices integrated onto the vehicle platforms, is due to be and Log IS solutions that improve the ef fectiveness of the completed in early 2016. Defence Suppor t Chain. SEOC will remain responsible for Ampthill is the largest of Lockheed Mar tin’s 21 sites in the Inventor y Management Transformation programme the UK and the 900 employees based there are involved in and will be the corporate home of the Integrated Logistics a range of programmes. function. This new manufacturing facility is par t of £23 million The SEOC consists of five Business Units; Suppor t wor th of investment that has been made on the site Chain Processes (SCP) who design the processes and over the last ten years to expand and upgrade the provide suppor t enabling ser vices; such as National infrastructure as the business has grown. Codification ser vices and Suppor t Chain modelling; Head of the DE&S Armoured Vehicles Programme, Suppor t Chain Information Ser vices (SCIS) who deliver Major General Rober t Talbot-Rice, said: the integrated Logistics IS programme ; Suppor t Chain “Both Warrior and Scout are high priority programmes Professional Development who provide the functional which will contribute to a well equipped and suppor ted leadership to the Integrated Logistics function; Suppor t British Army, so it is good news to see money invested Chain Finance (SCFin), who provide the pan-DE&S by industr y in facilities that will build some of the critical financial leadership, measurement, control and scrutiny components for these vehicles. Lockheed Mar tin’s and Suppor t Chain Engagement (SCE) who work with investment increases our confidence in their capabilit y customers, other OCs and Industr y to deliver suppor t and in their determination to deliver on time.” improvements.

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Overseas Officials attend UK Military Equipment Exhibition Senior officials from 36 countries across six continents visited R AF Nor tholt to view surplus maritime, land and air equipment available to buy now and in the near future. NEWS The exhibition and briefing event took place at Headquar ters British Forces Post Of fice (HQ BFPO) and airside at R AF Nor tholt, and was attended by more than 50 delegates from around the world. delegates The event was coordinated by the Disposal Ser vices 50 Authority (DSA), which disposes of defence equipment Rosyth from around that is surplus to requirement on behalf of the MOD. IN BRIEF Faslane This includes any thing from large equipments such as warships, tanks and aircraft to smaller assets such as the world visit clothing and textiles, militar y spares, scrap metal and Beith of fice/IT equipment. disposals event The day provided a unique oppor tunity for delegates from across the globe to gain a greater understanding of how they could engage with the DSA, and to view equipment currently being marketed on a Government­ to-Government basis, as well as commercially. Brigadier Steve Watkin, Head of Transition, DSA and BFPO, said: “This first DSA Exhibition and Briefing Event was a real success and played on the strengths of DSA, its contractors, the project teams, and the operators of the equipment on display. It already looks likely to have developed a great deal of sales interest, and as with all of our sales, our aim will NH4 NH1 Donnington be to ensure the best possible return

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DE&S takes further steps on its Freedom to Change ir Bernard Gray, Chief of with staff and that there will be customers’ needs as change takes Defence Materiel, gave opportunities to feedback. place, but that the organisation Sstaff an update on the CDM said “Today will be stronger for it. DE&S transformation journey He said: “It will be quite a at a Townhall on 8th June. Sir is the start of the difficult thing to do all of this and Bernard told staff about the key communications process it will be hard work because we themes – People Model, Balanced still have to remain focussed on Matrix and Process and Control of talking to ever ybody the day job whilst doing it. But Framework -under which the about what the detail of I think the long-term benefit to DE&S transformation would be the organisation and the people delivered. He also outlined some of what the transformation who work within it will be very the early implementation activities will mean. There is no significant. which are already being delivered under a 90-day work plan. monopoly on wisdom. We CDM started the event by will be holding forums over paying tribute to staff for their hard work and, once again, the course of the next few “We want to be the best highlighted that the National months to discuss all of Audit Office had confirmed in the world at delivering the organisation’s best-ever the changes with staff.” performance, with 99% of projects defence acquisition and completed, a reduction in project CDM highlighted that there costs by £397 million and the best will likely be challenges along the the DE&S transformation time performance since 2001. way, especially because DE&S However, he also said that staff must guarantee meeting will help us achieve this.” there was more to do for DE&S to become ‘best in class’ and the main thrust of the event quickly turned to the three themes that the DE&S Transformation Programme will focus on: the ‘people model’, ‘balanced matrix’ and the ‘process and control framework’. Speaking of the people model, CDM explained: “We need to invest in our people. It is clear that we need a new recruitment process that helps us attract and REACH NEW HEIGHTS IN SPECIALIST retain good people, a performance management approach that helps staff develop their careers and a MOBILE END USER DEVICES reward strategy that incentivises people to do well.” He added: “We need a balanced When you’re tasked with procuring hardware, software and security solutions via Lots 1 and 3 of the new pan matrix structure, which will put Government framework including the MoD (RM1054), you need suppliers that are 100% proven. the right person in the right job. In this structure local managers You need Centerprise and Panasonic. will be responsible for supporting staff in the work they do, but the functional manager will help guide Through our long­standing partnership, we can provide you with CESG End User Guidance compliant technology staff careers. – integrated with products from world­leading encryption specialists that mean security is never in doubt. “We also need better tools to help us keep control of equipment So when compromise isn’t an option and security is paramount, look nowhere else. FZ­G1 and FZ­M1 featuring and support programmes Intel® Core™ i5 vPro™ processors and we will be introducing a more standardised approach To find out how we can meet your procurement needs, talk to us today. to managing projects and programme information.” Call +44 (0)1256 378 004 Now that plans to start the transformation have been Email [email protected] proposed, CDM highlighted that information will be shared

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Typhoon gets a Battle of Britain makeover

aking to the skies in World took part in the battle against the RAF. War II camouflage, a state- German Luftwaffe. Group Captain Jez Attridge, Tof-the art Typhoon jet cut The Typhoon was painted with Station Commander at RAF a commemorative picture as it the 249 Squadron identification Coningsby, said: “This fully marked the 75th anniversary of the number of the only Fighter operational Typhoon will be a Battle of Britain. Command pilot awarded a Victoria dynamic reminder of the link Flying alongside the iconic Cross during the battle. between the modern RAF and Hurricane, the two fighter While fighter jet technology The Few that defended our nation aircraft took off from RAF has made huge leaps forward, the 75 years ago. Today that mission Coningsby, in Lincolnshire, in an synchro-flight was a reminder endures with Typhoons on Quick acknowledgment of the bravery that the task of securing the skies Reaction Alert, every minute of and sacrifice of the aircrew who remains for those serving in the every day.”

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F-35B fast jet trials

E&S staff joined members of vital information to inform future trials provided valuable inputs and US Marine Corps (USMC) F-35B deployments. The USMC observations for the programme, Don-board USS WASP off the are working towards Initial not least proof of the excellent east coast of the United States for Operating Capability (IOC) this collaborative work between the the latest F-35B fast jet operational summer. UK and the USMC. Evidence tests. Sir Bernard said: “As the and experience gained will help Sir Bernard Gray, DE&S Chief programme continues to provide the basis for future UK of Defence Materiel (CDM) and successfully develop it was very deployments of what will be Air Marshal Simon Bollom, Chief encouraging to observe, and a genuinely transformational of Materiel (Air) (COM (A)), went hear from all those involved, how aircraft.” on the amphibious assault ship well testing was going thus far, In February this year, the No to meet the embedded UK team as well as observing the energy, 17 (Reserve) Squadron UK’s first working on the programme and enthusiasm and dedication F-35B Lightning II Squadron, see the stealth fighter being put shared by all those involved in the consisting of pilots and engineers through its paces in the latest stage programme. from the RAF and Royal Navy, of the programme’s development. “UK personnel are an came together at Edwards Air During the day’s observation Force base in California. They are visit, CDM and COM (A) were able integral part of the responsible for the operational to witness three successful short programme as one of the test and evaluation of the UK’s carrier take-offs by F35B aircraft Lightning II aircraft. and three vertical landings. key Partner Nations.“ Last month the first trials were Trials completed during the completed on the release of an tests included successful aircraft The Short Take Off and Vertical inert 500lb Paveway IV Precision take-off and landing exercise Landing (STOVL) aircraft will Guided Bomb from an internal and simulated air combat/air give the RAF and Royal Navy a weapons bay. Paveway IV is a state defence missions over sea. The multi-role combat aircraft able of the art precision guided bomb aim was to assess the integration to operate from a number of equipped with the latest Global between ship and jet, to explore locations including the Queen Positioning Guidance technology. the effectiveness of the jet during Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers. These tests are an important Below: CDM and flight operations, the operability of They feature the latest stealth step in weapons integration, COM(A) on-board USS Wasp the communications systems and capabilities alongside intelligence, allowing pilots to understand how to harmonise maintenance support surveillance, target acquisition they affect the way the aircraft and logistical supply. and reconnaissance (ISTAR) performs and handles. Evidence and experience gained technology . from this event will help provide Air Marshal Bollom said: “The

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Above: HMS Argyll in dr y dock at the Royal Dockyard, Devonpor t T23 programme progress

he Type 23 support obsolescence, as well as Medium Range Radar 997, Vertical programme has reached two extending the life of the hull and Launch Seawolf midlife update, Timportant milestones as HMS superstructure to operate well the installation of Automatic Small Argyll arrives at the Devonport beyond its original design life. The Calibre Guns, galley updates, Royal Dockyard to take part in a programme will help to de-risk the installation of a chloropac system new life extension programme and future transition into service of the that reduces marine growth in the HMS Monmouth recently left the Type 26 Global Combat Ship. pipe system, and modifications to same site to commence sea trials Among the major upgrades high pressure air systems to allow following a successful docking and updates under the CSP, HMS safer isolation of distinct sections. period. Argyll will be the first of class to Following several weeks of sea The docking period on HMS receive the Future Local Area Air trials HMS Monmouth is due to Argyll at Devonport Royal Defence System (FLAADS), or return to the fleet in September, Dockyard marks the official start Sea Ceptor, replacing Sea Wolf as marking completion of the upkeep of the Type 23 life extension the primary weapon system. In programme. programme. a further first,Argyll will see a Captain Jeremy Bailey, head of The ship will be the first to significant change to the chilled the Type 23 support programme at undergo the Life Extension water system with the introduction DE&S, said: (LIFEX) Upkeep for Type 23 of a ring main. “We have seen excellent frigates – an extensive programme Type 23 frigate HMS Monmouth progress on Type 23 support, of capability update and upgrade left Devonport Royal Dockyard in and the start of the life extension developed and co-ordinated mid-June to commence sea trials programme with HMS Argyll is a through the Surface Ship Support following a successful docking big step forward, taking onboard Alliance (the MOD, Babcock and period undertaken by Babcock lessons identified in the recent BAE Systems). involving a programme of delivery of upkeeps on HMS Led by Babcock, the LIFEX upgrades and deep maintenance. Sutherland and HMS Monmouth. programme brings together HMS Monmouth now has “We know that there is still more major changes to equipment improved sustainability and to do however, and are looking and systems, encompassing fighting capability as a result forward to ensuring that the Type the Capability Sustainment of a number of upgrades and 23 class continues to operate well Programme (CSP) and the improvements including Radar into the next decade for the Royal opportunity to address equipment 966 replacement with Artisan 3D Navy.”

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DEFENCE AND SECURITY EQUIPMENT New countries attending for the first time Strategic Conferences INTERNATIONAL (DSEI) is the largest include Malaysia, Latvia, and Lithuania. integrated defence and security exhibition Nations returning to this year’s edition Reflecting the increased level of content in the world, focusing on key sectors such include: Australia, Brazil, Chile, France, for 2015, DSEI will stage four new high- as air, land, naval and security. Hosted Germany, Holland, India, Israel, Italy and level conferences focused on the future at ExCeL London every two years, DSEI Switzerland. A number of pavilions are strategy of maritime defence, rotorcraft continues to be recognised internationally expanding for 2015 such as the UK, US, technology, front line medical services, as the market leading exhibition for land, sea Turkey, Japan and South Korea. and lessons learnt from the recent Ebola and air applications of defence and security Senior military from around the world will epidemic. The DSEI Strategic Conferences, products, technology and services. be in attendance. DSEI will feature a strong which will take place at ExCeL on Monday Organised by Clarion Events, DSEI international speaker line up including: 14 September and Tuesday 15 September, 2015 is expected to attract more than Admiral Carlos Ortega, Mexican Navy; will provide opportunities for top industry 32,000 visitors, including 150 programmed Admiral Nguyễn Văn Hiến, Commander professionals, academics and members delegations from over 60 countries, and over Vietnam People’s Navy; Lt Gen Alexander of the military to discuss and debate these 2,800 global VIPs. Breaking all previous Schnitger, Commander, Royal Netherlands important topics. As is customary for Clarion records, the event is set to showcase more Air Force; Rear-Admiral Bernard Blejean Events, attendance will be complimentary than 1,500 exhibitors from over 50 countries. French Navy –ALRI; and Rear Admiral Tony for members of the military and accredited It is the must-attend event of 2015 with more Dalton, Head Helicopters, Unmanned Aerial media. exhibitors, zones and demonstration content Systems and Guided Weapons Division Admiral Zambellas will be giving the than ever before. (HUG-D), Australian Defence Organisation. keynote address at ‘The First Sea Lord/ All four UK MOD Service Chiefs of Staff RUSI International Sea Power Conference’, are attending and will give keynote speeches Themed Zones which will provide an excellent conceptual in the exhibition floor theatres: Admiral Sir component to the already strong maritime George Zambellas, First Sea Lord and Chief At DSEI 2015, six themed zones will make element of DSEI 2015. Recognising of the Naval Staff of the Royal Navy; General it easier for visitors to meet exhibiting the unique opportunity for international Sir Nicholas Carter, Chief of the General companies and view their associated engagement ahead of DSEI, the conference Staff, British Army; Air Chief Marshal Sir products, either on their stand, in a static will provide a platform for exploring Andrew Pulford, Chief of the Air Staff, Royal display or in a realistic demonstration thinking from across the globe on the Air Force and General Sir Richard Barrons, scenario. Focus areas include, but are not strategic responsibilities fulfilled by navies Commander Joint Forces Command, will limited to: Air Zone; Land Zone; Medical in the contemporary and future maritime speak on days that are themed for their Innovation Zone; Naval Zone, to include environment. individual Services. waterborne demonstrations; Security & Brigadier Tim Hodgetts CBE, Medical In addition to the Service Chiefs and Special Forces Zone; and the Unmanned Director at Defence Medical Services reflecting the increased level of content for Zone. (DMS) will be the keynote speaker of the 2015, DSEI will host around 300 seminar Each zone will have a dedicated theatre ‘Trauma Innovation’ strategic conference. sessions and keynotes across seven theatres area where visitors can attend free Trauma Innovation will showcase cutting and four strategic conferences facilitating educational sessions that are designed to edge trauma developments. Designed in knowledge sharing and networking around showcase the latest technologies. Visitors partnership with DMS, the agenda has three key topics and technical areas. DSEI’s to the exhibition can listen to panel and themes: Legacy of Conflict; Future Conflict; seminars will address the challenges, individual discussions on a wide range and Conflict Research. developments and future of the Defence & of subjects including: best practices and The ‘Future of Military Rotorcraft: 2030 Security sector’s ever-changing landscape innovations within the medical field; future providing the global platform of choice for maritime mine warfare and anti-piracy; key government figures and influential policy synergies and lessons learned between makers within the sector. The seven theatres defence and the civilian arena reflecting are: Air, Naval, Land, Security and Special the increased co-operation and partnership Forces, Medical Innovation, Unmanned and between large security companies and Global Partnerships. defence primes.

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and Beyond’ conference will examine the drive to develop military rotorcraft beyond their current traditionally limited operational capabilities. It will involve an in-depth discussion of the US’ Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Programme. The United States’ Department of Defence is developing their next generation of vertical lift utility and attack rotorcraft that will offer, at a minimum, significantly increased speed and range. Major General Richard Felton, Commander, Joint Helicopter Command, will provide the keynote speech here. Air Marshal Paul Evans, Surgeon General of Defence Medical Services (DMS) will chair the ‘Ebola Learning Exploitation’ strategic conference which will be staged during the first day of DSEI, Tuesday 15 September. It will review the DSMS role in the UK response to the 2014-15 Ebola outbreak in West Africa, particularly Sierra Leone. Aerospace, Mototok International GmbH and expanded this year following its success Dr Jennifer Cole, Senior Research Fellow, PPG Aerospace. in 2013. Iveco are planning to bring three Resilience & Emergency Management, Building on its participation at DSEI 2013, vehicles. Supacat are expanding their Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) will the Royal Air Force has demonstrated presence and are launching a new product give the keynote speech full support of this year’s event. Air Vice- range at the show. First time exhibitors, Marshal Malcolm Brecht, Chief of Staff Air Isotrex Manufacturing FZE, and CS – Force Impressive air showcase Capability, said: “DSEI 2015 enables us to Company are also launching new products. highlight themes that will influence future UK The latter are to unveil three models of a new The air component at this year’s event air capability, and we will continue to pursue fast patrol vehicle, a lightweight, versatile, will address the frontline operational the excellent opportunity that DSEI 2015 high performance platform with all terrain requirements and support functions available provides to engage in high-level industry capability. CS – Force Company will be to the aerospace sector. A range of static briefings and bilaterals”. showcasing the three prototype vehicles on displays are expected to include a Sea King its stand at DSEI: Talos – a 2/3 seat patrol helicopter, Merlin, Wildcat, and Eurofighter Largest land focus vehicle; Balaur - a 4/5 seat extended version Typhoon multi-role combat aircraft, among available in various production options with others. DSEI 2015 will see the largest Land Zone higher payload areas; and Hexing – a 2 seat The Air Zone has grown notably in the to date which is evolving to provide even vehicle for extreme areas where wading last few years and 2015 will showcase an more suppliers, content and diversity. There deep water is required and areas of extreme impressive variety of exhibiting aerospace will be more than 70 dedicated stands, and mud or similar environments. companies. Leading aerospace primes more exhibitors offering land capabilities Mark Parry, Director, CS – Force Company including Airbus Defence & Space, Bell outside the Zone. A sample of land providers said: “I see DSEI 2015 as being the perfect Helicopters, Saab AB, Lockheed Martin, include leading players in the global industry, show and the ideal opportunity for us to Boeing and Northrop Grumman will all ranging from prime contractors to niche unveil our initial line up of vehicles to the be present, in addition to a host of global specialist suppliers such as BAE Systems, Defence and Security community.” supply chain providers, such as: Aero General Dynamics, Jankel Armouring, JCB A ‘Future Soldier Systems Showcase’ in Tec Laboratories, Copper and Optic Government & Defence, Land Rover, Patria the static display area is being launched for Terminations, Helmet Integrated Systems, Oyj, Rheinmetall and Supacat. the 2015 edition of DSEI. Another important IA Technology, Linwave, Lyra, Metis The vehicle display area is being development, the showcase will provide an additional platform for exhibitors to display land focused capabilities, discuss new technologies, trends in combat clothing, tactical requirements for national soldier systems and other key issues. The British Army is again planning to deliver a strong presence at DSEI 2015. Lt Gen Mark Poffley, Commander Force Development and Capability said, “Recent events have highlighted the need for an integrated and persistent security response across a wide spectrum of operations. The British Army is reconfiguring to meet the challenges of the contemporary security environment. An important part of this adjustment is establishing a close relationship with its industrial partners, seeking out innovative and relevant solutions as part of the DGP and exploiting mutually beneficial agendas to defeat those who threaten our security.”

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The introduction of highly focussed combat training courses, combined with an increase in medical combat innovation over recent years has led to a significant decrease in the number of preventable deaths occurring in modern conflict. These important developments, which continue to take place in military healthcare, will be highlighted within an expanded Medical Innovation Zone at DSEI 2015, reflecting the rising requirements of medical personnel within the armed forces. The Medical Innovation Zone will feature products and technologies with applications Expanded maritime displays and demos Unmanned Systems in humanitarian as well as military domains. The latest equipment from a diverse range A popular highlight of DSEI is its line-up Following the award winning success of of new exhibitors such as Exmed, Cellox, of international warships and the event’s the inaugural Unmanned Zone, a series of Laerdal, Military Medical Personnel, Philips organisers are working closely with various stakeholders, including the Association for Healthcare, Prometheus Medical and Ryozo nations to provide more variety and higher Unmanned Vehicle Systems International will be on show. The zone will host more numbers of visiting vessels this September. (AUVSI), have continued their support for demonstrations and seminars than previous To date DSEI has secured six ships 2015. years and has full support from the Defence which will include (subject to operational The 2015 Unmanned Zone will host the Medical Services (DMS) and Joint Forces requirements): a frigate, minehunter and complete spectrum of unmanned system Command (JFC). offshore patrol vessel from the Royal Navy, a designers and manufacturers for all A highly topical medical issue, exploiting K130 class corvette from the German Navy, applications and developments across all of the learnings from the Ebola outbreak, a brand new offshore patrol vessel from the the military and security sectors. will be the subject of a high level Strategic Belgian Ready Duty Ship Programme, and Examples of current exhibitors Conference to be held in ExCeL London on the Indian Navy is planning to send a frigate participating in the Unmanned Zone include Day 1 of DSEI – Tuesday 15 September. A which is part of an Indian squadron visiting AIE, CES, DOK-ING, ELI Military Simulation, Trauma Innovation conference will be held in Europe. This will be the first time an Indian Galleon EC, IAT 21, Linwave, Milrem, partnership with DMS the day before. Navy ship has come to London. Northwest UAV, Panvion Technology, Planet “With increased content, more keynotes, This year’s event will also stage its Ocean, Reamda, Rotron Power, Spectracom, new strategic conferences and enhanced most extensive waterborne demonstration Velodyne and Wolfstone. In addition to the waterborne and medical demonstrations, programme and in depth scenarios, zone, companies presenting unmanned DSEI is the must-attend event in 2015. encompassing current and future threats to technologies in the wider exhibition include Offering the opportunity to meet, network maritime security and naval warfare. There primes such as Selex, Northrop Grumman, and engage with more exhibitors from primes will around a dozen vessels undertaking QinetiQ, BAE Systems and Thales. to SMEs, VIP delegations, colleagues and demonstrations, with two performances per At DSEI 2015, DOK-ING will promote visitors than ever before, it will be a unique day. its latest MV-4 enhancements, which was meeting point for the defence, aerospace, originally designed as a mine clearing maritime, security, unmanned and medical Security system but now further developed as a industries. DSEI will once again be a combat engineering system with a number of platform to research, procure, understand Security is another growth area: this year possible applications. new products and services, plus meet and the Security Zone will be bigger than in The DOK-ING MV-4 is a tracked remote- do business with the whole supply chain.” 2013 and will include a cyber security zone. controlled system (to a maximum distance of said DSEI Event Director, Duncan Reid. A record number of first time exhibitors will 2,000m) designed to clear all types of anti- be showcasing their capabilities covering personnel (AP) mines. The MV-4 is effective *** a broad spectrum of security and counter in clearing booby traps and dispersed For more information please visit www. terrorism disciplines. A vital area given the munitions, area proofing, checking soil for DSEI.co.uk domestic dangers the UK police now have explosives and improvised explosive devices to deal with daily; DSEI 2015 will provide (IEDs), and clearing hazardous roadblocks. *** a window towards mitigating the most prevalent security threats faced by services The 2015 edition will feature an improved across the UK and around the world. and streamlined registration and entrance The Zone will operate in conjunction process, with a 10% discount for uniformed with the Cyber Security Pavilion to host a military in the North Hall catering areas, and series of eminent speakers from leading improved access from the East. security organisations, alongside a broad mix of exhibitors which already include; 3D DSEI will be held at ExCeL London from Laser Mapping, Abloy UK, Analysed Images 15-18 September 2015. www.DSEI.co.uk Ltd, Beijing V-great International Trade Registration is now open on www.DSEI. 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Defence and Security Equipment to the 2014 outbreak in West Africa. These (physical and cognitive work performance) International (DSEI) 2015’s Medical two conferences will set the scene for and force health status (altitude sickness). Innovation Zone is set to have greater the Medical Innovation Zone through the The high altitude stand will showcase current presence than ever at the exhibition, to be week, with trauma innovation playing a research in this area. held at ExCeL London from 15-18 September. significant role as new developments and There will also be a wider range of The zone will host more demonstrations and research in casualty care are shown in the demonstrations, from resuscitation seminars than previous years and has full demonstrations during the main exhibition, presentations coordinated by an Emergency support from the Defence Medical Services along with capability demonstrations for Medicine consultant to surgical simulations, (DMS) and Joint Forces Command (JFC) managing personal safety while treating the with the use of a synthetic torso used by DMS as well as numerous exhibitors, including critically ill within an Ebola virus treatment surgeons during training. Furthermore DSEI Phillips and Blatchford Medical. unit. will host around 300 seminar sessions and Military medicine is one of the most The themes of the presentations run keynotes across seven theatres including important investments for all militaries also through the exhibition. The extensive medical seminars that will add yet more and has been at the forefront of medical exhibition demonstrates the latest advances educational content to an already extensive innovation throughout history. The First World in patient care from the point of injury or offering. War introduced much modern medicine to illness through the entire treatment pathway Advances in technology will be on display the world, with the Thomas splint finding to rehabilitation. In the zone there will be as well, with portable, lightweight DR Go its first use during the war, plastic surgery thematic areas that will illustrate this pathway Digital Radiography equipment set up on being carried out for the first time in 1917 through the different stages of patient care display, and modern military scientists on a soldier requiring facial reconstruction for onlookers to experience: compact cases. This year there will be even and blood transfusions successfully being Battlefield Advanced Trauma Life more of a focus on psychological illness, with conducted on the battlefields of France by Support (BATLS) - The appropriate a display highlighting 100 years of military the Allies in the same year. The Second response in the ‘platinum’ 10 minutes psychological treatment, a decade of military World War saw the first effective use of following a trauma event has been shown to mental health research and innovative penicillin to control infection and the Korean dramatically improve/increase survivability. mental health care support. As mental health War saw the introduction of helicopters as Instructors from the Defence College of is increasingly openly discussed, this section ambulances. Healthcare Education and Training (DCHET) of the Medical Innovation Zone will interest Such significant improvements and will demonstrate how military medics are many. innovations to medicine have led to a trained to provide the care in the most The Medical Innovation Zone will provide considerable increase in the number of demanding of circumstances. a forum for networking, debating and survivors, and today, this continues. Recent Medical Emergency Response Team challenging international medical leaders, military campaigns have been associated (MERT) - Significant medical advances and is an opportunity to see some of the with a revolution in combat casualty care were made in to the provision of pre-hospital latest advances in medical innovation live treatment and outcomes from critical injury. emergency care during the Afghanistan era. in demonstration as well as insights into the Indeed, the outcome has been demonstrated MERT provide a consultant led emergency future breakthrough advances in military to incrementally improve even despite a medicine response for seriously injured medical care. progressive increase in the documented patients, during transit of the patient to a field For more information please visit www. severity of injury. This ‘revolution’ has been hospital. The MERT stand will demonstrate DSEI.co.uk All images©MOD Crown Copyright a combination of innovation in concepts, how they have developed into a world class organisation of the military trauma system, emergency medicine response to injured *** and advances in technology. personnel on operations, by projecting SMEs The 2015 edition will feature an improved These themes are embedded in the forward to the point of wounding. and streamlined registration and entrance Medical Innovation Zone at DSEI. This zone High Altitude Military Medicine process, with a 10% discount for uniformed aims to support greater innovation through Research Stand - Mountainous terrain military in the North Hall catering areas, and bringing medical industry and services provides sanctuary for hostile forces, improved access from the East. together, and further advances in technology particularly terrorist organisations. Many DSEI will be held at ExCeL London from by providing a shop window for the latest military operations require the rapid 15-18 September 2015. www.DSEI.co.uk QinetiQ and the MOD equipment in the medical domain. Hosted deployment of troops to these mountainous Registration is now open on www. at ExCeL London every two years, DSEI regions. However, rapid ascent of un- DSEI.co.uk/signup. Industry and Academia continues to serve as the premier meeting acclimatized troops to high (>1200m) can book at a discounted rate until 30 June place for global defence and security mountainous environments causes 2015. Military and Public Sector personnel communities. Organised by Clarion Events, debilitating effects on fighting capabilities can attend for free. working together to provide DSEI 2015 is expected to attract more than 32,000 visitors, including 150 programmed delegations from over 60 countries, and over 2,800 global VIPs. 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E&S Survivability team in Soldier Training and Special Programmes D(STSP) have been out on Salisbury Plain for the final design trials for VIRTUS, the new personal protection and load carriage system for the British armed forces. The new equipment is scalable meaning the level of protection can be adjusted to meet the threat level. It is also integrated which will improve the wearers ability to per form the full range of militar y tasks. The complete system is comprised of a scalable body armour vest and chassis system, helmet and face protection, including ballistic glasses, ballistic goggles and a visor, as well as load carriage which includes a 90L Bergan, 40L daysack and Commanders 40L daysack. The Preliminar y Design Review assessments follow a three-year rigorous development programme, including a large number of militar y trials which involved a range of development teams and trials troops from a wide range of units. The system will now go into full production with deliver y expected in the autumn. Pictures: Andrew Linnett

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Fallon cuts steel on 2nd OPV E&S Director of Ship Acquisition in the Royal Navy with the first being patrol ships will offer the Royal Navy Rear Admiral Henry Parker joined commissioned in 1694. The tenth flexibility to operate in a variety of roles DMichael Fallon, the Secretary of Medway was the former tank landing to ensure the protection and integrity State for Defence, for the steel cut of the craft LCT 1109, launched in Alloa in April of the territorial and economic waters second of three new Royal Navy offshore 1944. of the United Kingdom and its overseas patrol vessels (OPVs) at a ceremony in The first OPVHMS Forth, whose first interests.” Glasgow. steel was cut by Sir Bernard Gray, Chief The 90-metre OPV builds on the proven The vessels will be used by the Royal of Defence Materiel, in October 2014 is capability of the existing River Class Navy to undertake various tasks in progressing to schedule. The third will be Patrol Vessels. Engineers at BAE Systems support of UK interests at home and called HMS Trent with first steel set to be have modified the design, ensuring it abroad. They are currently being built at cut later this year. meets the requirements of the Royal Navy. BAE Systems’ shipyards in a £348 million At the event at BAES’ Govan facility The vessels include a modified contract. on the banks of the River Clyde, RAdm flight deck capable of operating the The second OPV, HMS Medway, Parker said: “Together with her sister latest Merlin helicopters, can carry is the eleventh ship to bear the name vessels Forth and Trent, these modern increased stores and have additional ROYAL NAVY OFFSHORE PATROL VESSELS accommodation both of which increase flexibility, for example for disaster relief Steel is cut on the second of operations. The ship will be armed with a 30mm cannon, travelling at speeds up to the Royal Navy’s three OPVs HMS MEDWAY; A Royal Navy an historic name, ship for the 24 knots with a range in excess of 5,000 They will undertake various Commitment to with the first ship United Kingdom tasks in support of UK interests shipbuilding in nautical miles. commissioned at home and abroad Mr Fallon, who started the computer- Scotland in 1694 guided plasma cutter to cut the first piece of steel, said: “HMS Medway will prove herself on the high seas, countering terrorism, combating piracy, stopping smugglers while defending UK waters. “This ship will be able to head off trouble over the horizon and keep Great Britain and our people safe.” Building the OPVs on the Clyde is not

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Fallon cuts steel on 2nd OPV MARS Tanker

only sustaining important shipbuilding ANOTHER T WO SIGNIFICANT and provide suppor t to NATO and coalition skills between completion of the MILESTONES have been achieved in the allies. The first tanker, RFA Tidespring, is Queen Elizabeth Carriers and start Militar y Afloat Reach and Sustainability expected to enter in to ser vice Summer 2016 of the Type 26 Global Combat Ship (MARS) Tanker build. On 8th June at with all Tankers in ser vice in 2018. build, but is also testing new and more DSME’s shipyard in Okpo, South Korea, the Defence Equipment and Suppor t (DE&S) effective ways of working. Investments Keel was laid of RFA Tiderace, the second Head of Commercially Suppor ted Shipping, in new technologies and improved of four TIDE Class Tankers, followed shor tly David Farmer said; infrastructure will play a key role in by the steel cut of RFA Tidesurge, the third transforming the design and build of of Class. “These events are significant complex warships. The MARS Tankers will maintain achievements for the project This includes schedule based working, the Royal Nav y’s dedicated bulk fuel a new logistics partnership with Replenishment At Sea capabilities, and future Maritime capability Wincanton, visualisation technology and suppor ting individual warships and will in the round, especially when electronic procurement capability. be seamlessly integrated as par t of Task Initial assembly of the first hull Groups, including Carrier Strike and Littoral you consider that just a few sections for Forth is expected to start Manoeuvre operations, and as par t of hours after DSME cut-steel on in the next month. This will involve Future Force 2020. In addition the vessels the joining of two of the lower aft hull provide a flexible capabilit y to under take a RFA Tidesurge here in South sections which will form part of the wide range of maritime operations, such Korea, steel was also cut on the ship’s keel. Further hull sections will as constabular y and humanitarian relief, progressively be joined together over second of the new batch of OPVs the course of the year. back in the UK.

Three of the four MARS Tankers are now in build, with the four th getting under way later this year. Achieving this barely three years after contract award is a real testament to the ef for ts of all involved, especially the DE&S team in the UK and South Korea. I look for ward to seeing the first of Class, Tidespring, arrive in the UK this winter for Customisation & Capabilit y Trials” The Customisation will include the fit of sensitive/classified equipments that were excluded from the main build contract such as self defensive weapons, ballistic Above: Defence secretar y Michael Fallon cuts steel for HMS Medway protection and communications systems, and suppor t to Capabilit y Assessment Trials and provision of In Ser vice Suppor t once accepted into operational ser vice through to 2 018.

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Mr Voyager on PFIs, seizing the day and golf

Chris Dell leads the Strategic Transport and Air To Air Refuelling Project Team which has had responsibility for the support and delivery of VC10 (the Queen of the Skies) and Voyager. With the retirement of VC10 the much smaller team of 36 is responsible for the Type and Continued Airworthiness of the platform, the management of service delivery and exploitation of the Voyager PFI contract which has an overall value of £10.5bn for a service until 2035.

A brief outline of your career. enjoyed every minute of it although at things and going places most people in I suppose my later career has three times it has been very, tough for me and the private sector could only dream of. the team. pillars: International, PFI Contracting What are you most proud of at your time and Project leadership roles. On the How have you kept your team motivated? at DE&S? international front I was lucky enough to have two tours in Germany in In some respects I don’t have to do Two things: Delivering Voyager to commercial roles on Tornado and I also much. Since Voyager has been in service Performance Time and Cost; without led the Meteor international project it has been involved in two operations question but also seeing the people I office commercial team. On a more and before then VC10 performed have mentored and coached over the strategic level I worked on military magnificently in the Libyan crisis in years finding success in MOD. 2011. The team can see its direct effect commitments in the near and far east Relaxation out of work? a period that encompassed the first on international events – what better I’m learning to play golf it can only get Gulf war. I worked on the MOD’s motivation could you need? I also try to better! first PFI’s for training and simulation ensure that we keep the Brize Norton and Abbey Wood teams close and for the in what is now FSaST. I also had Something we don’t know about you? Abbey Wood teams to be able to get to responsibility for running the Attack Until recently I coached a junior Helicopter training solution and of Brize to see the aircraft and the superb facilities that have been built there to football team although my sport is rugby course Voyager. I had early experience (come on you Bath!). of leasing when in Procurement Policy support the aircraft. trying to lease aircraft to the French (we What advice would you give someone never quite pulled off the deal). When starting their career in DE&S? in DPP I was also deeply involved with Take every opportunity that comes the negotiations of the GEC takeover your way and you will end up doing See page 47 on Voyager Masterclass of Plessey; a fascinating insight into government decision making. I have had two project leadership roles firstly as Attack Helicopter Deputy Team Leader and since 2009 STAAR Team Leader. Both challenging and immensely rewarding jobs. What has inspired you in your career? The people I have worked with both in the MOD and the private sector. I have always been struck by the commitment and drive of people in Defence and have learnt from so many dedicated and skilled individuals who are motivated by, the uniqueness of what we do to support the armed forces. You’ve worked on one of the largest Air programmes, what has that been like? This programme is fascinating stemming from the contract structure but also along with VC10 what we have collectively delivered. The air sector has gone through considerable change recently to keep the Voyager commercial solution in line with the changes has been shall we say interesting. I have Pictures: Andrew Linnett

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Crowsnest A “critical” milestone in the programme to deliver a new helicopter-based surveillance system for the future Queen Elizabeth Class carriers and the wider Royal Navy Fleet has been reached after Thales was selected as the preferred bidder to provide the radar and mission system at the heart of the Crowsnest capability.

he Thales solution for Crowsnest is planned to be integrated onto the TMerlin Mk2 helicopter to act as the Royal Navy’s ‘eyes and ears’ giving long range air, maritime and land detection. Two years after approval was given for the assessment phase, the DE&S team working on Crowsnest said there was a sense of “pride and excitement” as they now look ahead to Main Gate approvals in 2016. “A lot of work has gone in to getting out there.” us to this point, which was a critical Final bids from the two competitors, milestone for us”, Crowsnest programme Thales and Lockheed Martin Mission manager Andrew Wood said. System, were submitted to the team in Working alongside Lockheed Martin January with Thales announced as the UK, as the prime contractor under a £27 preferred bidder in May. million contract, the assessment phase If successful going through Main Gate, for Crowsnest started in earnest in the primary role for Crowsnest will be September 2013 when the competition force protection of maritime task groups, criteria were published. in particular the new Queen Elizabeth Over the last two years, DE&S has Class aircraft carriers, improving had “considerable” input in the down- warning times from just seconds to selection including continuous evaluation minutes when compared to ship based of the bidders, design reviews, flight radars. Julian Young, added: trials and a Capability and Performance “As targets are getting stealthier, you “In this key capability for UK Assessment (CPA). need better performance to give you Defence, we have accelerated our “The CPA involved both competitors the same warning times and obviously building a synthetic environment which the Customer always wants better programme delivery strategy to simulates the mission systems,” Andrew performance,” Andrew said. sustain the capability seamlessly said. “From altitude you can see over the through our Merlin Mk2 “Test scenarios were used to confirm horizon so you have advanced warning it all worked – which it did for both of incoming threats, which you can helicopters as the Sea King Mk7 competitors. After this there was an vector fighters on to deal with, or if you fleet retires from ser vice in 2018, assessment made up of two blind have sea-skimming missiles coming and we are confident that scenarios, so we had two operators across the horizon you can cue the Type fighting the mission system as if it were a 45 to know where it is coming from and the programme will be delivered real war, and they scored points for how when.” as planned.” well they could ‘see’ the targets that were Director Helicopters, Air Vice-Marshal

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New world-class training Sims for RAF and Royal Navy

Defence Equipment and Suppor t (DE&S) has signed two contracts wor th a total of £80 million to provide new world - class synthetic training equipment for the Royal Air Force and Royal Nav y. A £51 million contract with Lockheed Martin UK will suppor t Chinook Mk 6 training and a £29 million contract has been awarded to AgustaWestland to provide Merlin Mk 4/4a aircrew Synthetic Training Devices. The simulators will be housed at militar y bases in Somerset and Hampshire with the two contracts providing around 130 jobs. The equipment will give a realistic representation of the operating environments the crews will fly in and will enable them to practice manoeuvres and procedures safely and repeatedly to enhance their learning. Air Vice - Marshal Julian Young, Director Helicopters at DE&S, said: “Simulation is a solution that, when blended with live flying events, provides the optimum individual and team-level training. “Although it can never replace live training fully, being able to create a wide variety of training scenarios and operating settings can provide a more challenging, safer and controllable environment to help our forces practice in a way that is essential to effective mission preparation.”

The Chinook Mk 6 synthetic training ser vice will be housed in a purpose - built facility at RAF Odiham in Hampshire and will include two flight deck device simulators, a rear crew training device and a suite of computer based training facilities. The Merlin Synthetic Training Devices will be delivered from 2017 and installed in existing buildings at the aircraft Main Operating Base at RNAS Yeovilton The contract with Lockheed Mar tin UK includes two years for the design and production of the equipment and the training facility, with a follow on ten - year training ser vice suppor t package. AgustaWestland has selected simulator specialist CAE to supply two Flight Training Devices, a Flight Navigation Procedures Trainer and a Rear Crew Trainer, which will be delivered from 2017 and installed in existing buildings. Lockheed Martin - as the Design Organisation for the Merlin Mk2 Dr Iain Summers, Merlin Programme Manager, added: “The helicopter will now integrate the Thales budget for training equipment was challenging so I am ver y mission system into its overall Crowsnest pleased that the Royal Nav y is getting ever y thing DE&S hoped to bid to DE&S, which will form the proposal taken to Main Gate approval deliver, including some new capabilities it has not had before.” in 2016.

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Chinook cockpit upgrade fully operational

he Capability Director at Joint AgustaWestland, has combined with the front line and progressively reduced Helicopter Command (JHC) Chinook PT to ensure project success. the production time from 156 days Tformally declared acheivement of Gp Capt Ross Richards, Chinook Team to 108 days, delivering 33 converted the Full Operating Capability (FOC) for Leader said: “Achieving FOC across aircraft into the operational fleet to date. the Chinook Project JULIUS cockpit the Chinook Mk4 Fleet service has Project JULIUS achieved Full Operating upgrade, some six months in advance of required a Herculean effort but it was Capability on the 22 April 2015. its planned date and within budget. worth it - system performance has been Throughout the project lifecycle Project JULIUS modifies the a significant enabler for the Chinook the Joint DE&S/Industry team have Mk2/Mk3 Chinook helicopters to Fleet in both Theatre and Contingent employed an extremely proactive Mk4/5 configurations by installing Operations.” approach that has focused on delivering integrated “glass cockpit” displays and First flight of a JULIUS aircraft was the improved capability to the service associated systems, addressing safety achieved in December 2010 with Initial user in the most effective manner, risks associated with legacy aircraft Operating Capability declared on 15th supporting conversion of the squadrons configurations. Since commencement June 2012, a key milestone to provide to this new aircraft standard and of the project at the end of 2008, the support to Op OLYMPIC in London. The ensuring safe and successful deployment industry team, led by Boeing and upgraded aircraft then also went on to on Operations. supported by major sub-contractors operate in Afghanistan. Thales, Vector Aerospace, General The joint MOD/Industry team Electric, Martin Baker, QinetiQ and improved delivery timescales to the

“A culture of continuous improvement and inclusiveness across the team has seen aircraft deliveries being accelerated. This fantastic achievement is testament to the professionalism of everyone involved in the JULIUS Programme.”

Mark Geoghegan, Chinook Future Project Leader

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DESIGN A £500: Liam Grimshaw (Glasgow), HEAVY-LIFT AIRSHIP! Carl Hussell (Kinnegar). £100: £5000 PRIZE MONEY Stephen O’Lear y (Thirsk), Michelle McKie (HMNB Clyde), Roy Coleman (Middle Wallop), Can you generate ideas for the design and operation of a Heavy-Lift Airship? The Schools Aerospace Challenge is the annual Team Design Exercise for 16 to 18 year olds. Thomas Graham (HMNB Clyde), This year we`re tasking young thinkers with concepts for humanitarian support. John Neilan (Abbey Wood), Victoria Heath (R AF Cranwell), Join us for the Challenge at Suzanne Devine (Abbey Wood), Cranfield University this summer: Frederick Humphries (Litchfield), Follow @aerochallenge on Twitter • Sarah Dray (York), • Catherine McLaughlin (Abbey Wood), • Malcolm Wroth (Feltham), Daniel Harriss (R AF Digby), Jennifer Johnson (Abbey Wood), Alexander Wells (Abbey Wood), Steven Atkinson (R AF Wy ton), Mar y Woollard (R AF W y ton), Teresa Lodge (Corsham), Brian Magee (Belfast), Mark Ovenden (Ashford), Karen Attwood (Abbey Wood)

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Name? Oliver Stanley

Job? Project Manager in the Force Protection Delivery Team at Abbey Wood. I manage Project Observer, delivering enhanced perimeter surveillance and threat detection to HMNB Clyde in Faslane. My job involves frequent travel to Scotland which I enjoy - I’ve spent just over three months there since taking up my post last year!

Your route into DE&S? Before becoming a Project Manager, I started out my career in Supply Chain in Donnington; I spent two years working for an agency contracted to the Materiel provide to our country’s military. Above:Oliver at Who do you admire, and why? Accounting cell before officially the top of Ben I know that the equipment I have a huge amount of joining DE&S as a Supply Chain Lomond above we provide saves lives and is admiration and respect for Assistant in SPSCM, and later Loch Lomond. incredibly important to the men the individuals in the medical as a Supply Chain Analyst for on the ground. I’m also very proud profession, both those serving in Force Protection. After five years of the success of the project I’m the military and in the NHS. It’s a in Donnington, I made the leap currently managing; it has been hard job, and I know I could not to Abbey Wood on promotion challenging at times, but it’s good do it. to work as a Repair Manager to know that what I do in my job in the Force Protection Supply matters and is worthwhile. Chain team. Last year, I was If you could have any super power temporarily promoted into Project What do you do when you are away what would it be and why? Management working as an from work? The ability to control time, as I Equipment Support Manager, When I am away from work, never seem to have enough of it. and then finally into my current which sadly seems less common role. My experience has been these days, I tend to spend the diverse and has given me a wider majority of my time rock climbing What irritates you the most? understanding of how the business all around the country I’m not easily irritated, but injuries operates. or practising Yoga, as well from my sporting hobbies make as spending time with my me miserable. I unfortunately had What are you most proud of? girlfriend – I like to get out and a climbing accident last year and I know it seems cliché, but I am experience as much of the world was very frustrated not to be able hugely proud of my team in Force as I possibly can. to get back out climbing as quickly Protection and the support we as I wanted to, owing to the long recovery time from my injuries. I don’t like to waste time.

Who would you invite to your dinner party? Steve McClure, one of the world’s top rock climbers, so that I could grill him on his climbing skills and experiences and ask for some training tips. I’d also invite Naudi Aguilar, trainer and founder of Functional Patterns, for an in depth discussion on his ideas about the human body and physical training. My final invites would be Sherlock Holmes for a game of charades, and of course, my lovely girlfriend.

Tell us a secret…. I cannot tell a lie… I’m terrible at it!

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Nominations open TAKING ON THE THREE for Minister (Defence Procurement) PEAKS CHALLENGE Acquisition Awards

n Saturday 27th June 2015, WOC, and also because I am not o you know a team that a small team from SHORAD very inventive!” has made an exceptional Oin the Weapons OC are The team has chosen The Dcontribution to Defence undertaking The Three Peaks Royal British Legion as their Acquisition over the past year? Challenge in aid of The Royal charity because they help the Minister(Defence Procurement), British Legion. whole Armed Forces community Philip Dunne, sponsors the annual The Three Peaks Challenge through welfare, comradeship Acquisition Awards and would entails climbing the highest and representation, as well as like to invite nominations for this mountains in England (Scafell being the Nation’s custodian year’s awards. The scheme aims to Pike), Scotland (Ben Nevis) and of Remembrance. They help give recognition to teams that have Wales (Snowdon) within 24 hours, serving members of the Armed made exceptional contributions to and is no mean feat. The team Forces, ex-Service men and Defence Acquisition. It is open to hope to raise money for The Royal women (veterans), their families personnel from across the whole British Legion by completing and dependents all year round. of the MOD who work in, or in this challenge, and have set a The SHORAD Shoguns are support of, Defence Acquisition. fundraising target of one thousand being supported by The Royal The awards take into account: pounds. British Legion through social • successful delivery, The idea came about from a media, and will also be wearing • difficulty of objectives, discussion between colleagues t-shirts provided by the charity • contribution to defence David Wainwright and John with their new ‘LIVE ON’ capability Hayter; it then grew from there branding. The aim of this new • value for defence, including until a team of eight had been campaign is to highlight their value for money, saving assembled. The SHORAD Shoguns ‘commitments to the fallen and lives, time reduction, team are comprised of current and the future of the living’, which simplifying process, veteran military personnel, and is a concept the SHORAD team introducing new policy, those who work in support of the fully support. increasing efficiency, and military cause. The climbing team “Currently we have achieved long term effectiveness, consists of David Wainwright, 25% of our target on our • innovative working Adrian Birch, John Hayter, Bret JustGiving page any support • as well as contributing to Lafrance, WO1 Stephen Catterall to our challenge and the best practice within the and Ermias Kedebe, and will be Royal British Legion is most acquisition community supported by the logistics team of appreciated.” across MOD. Andy Saxton and Adam Buxton. If you would like to sponsor There are likely to be specific Ermias Kedebe, one of the team, the team, you can do so categories of award including said “The team has called itself by visiting: https://www. one for excellence in: Innovation, The SHORAD Shoguns, mainly justgiving.com/SHORAD­ Capability Development, In Service because we are all in the Short SHOGUNS Support, Infrastructure, and Range Air Defence team of the Acquisition Enablers. Teams can be nominated by line management, their peers, and other stakeholders. All nominations must be endorsed at Two Star level or above. The Minister will present this year’s awards on Wednesday, 16 December 2015, in MOD Main Building Main Conference Room with a reception in the Memorial Courtyard. Each team will receive an A3 size, framed certificate, signed by Minister(DP).One team will be selected to receive the special award in recognition of their outstanding achievement, and this will be announced at the ceremony on the day. Applications should be made via DIN 2015DIN04-127. Further information can be obtained from Alyson Rees, DES IP, Tel: (9)612 86865 or 020 721 86865, or email: DES-IP-Group (or DESDGComrcl­ [email protected]).

The closing date for nominations is 11 August 2015.

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DSRA Ladies Hockey Team Taste Success Abroad

efence Sport & Recreation Association (DSRA) Ladies Hockey team – many of them from Abbey DWood - enjoyed success at their first overseas competition in Gibraltar this April. Their competition in the 7-a-side tournament included the Navy Ladies and teams from both Spain and Gibraltar. Looking professional in a new kit, sponsored by BMT Hi-Q Sigma, DSRA Ladies got off to a winning start overcoming the Navy 2-1 in an evenly matched battle. A healthy rivalry was on show but a DSRA penalty that Vikki Sage calmly converted was the difference between the teams. The local sides proved to be strong, physical opponents. DSRA were not to be deterred, with a high work rate from midfielders Helena Patton and Gemma Winsley and consistently strong play in defence from Nicci Foster-Kenyon and ‘Player of the Team’ Sophie Field. The ladies finished the first day undefeated and in second place. The second day saw a rematch against a determined Navy side. DSRA conceded early on but Beth Webster fought tirelessly winning countless challenges. With the score at 2-2, Hannah Phillips impressed spectators with a double dive to deflect home the winner and dashing the Navy’s hopes by making it 3-2. Team line-Up. The heat took its toll on DSRA and they lost their (left to right) Vikki Sage, Hannah Phillips, Beth Webster, Nicci Foster-Kenyon, Danielle Spencer last group match taking them into the 3rd v 4th place Sophie Field, Helena Patton, Gemma Winsley playoff, narrowly missing out on the final. Theresa Ellis In the fight for 3rd place, the youthful enthusiasm of the opposition was matched by the experience of Spencer, and coach, Hamish Wyper, the team stayed DSRA and at full time it was 2-2. An exciting penalty calm under pressure and won the sudden death shoot-out ensued with Theresa Ellis making some penalties to win their deserved 3rd place. important saves but the scores remained drawn. After such a successful debut Gibraltar tournament, Under the leadership of their captain, Danielle the intention is to make it an annual event.

Equestrian Aspirations Take Centre Stage

achel Buckle has taken some time out from her role in the Collaborative Effectiveness team and as MOD Rsecretariat and communications lead to focus on her passion for horses. She took a large gamble in October last year, buying a young failed racehorse with the aim of re-training him to compete in the spor t of eventing. Buzz and Rachel achieved a huge milestone in May – competing at Badminton Horse Trials in the ‘4 year old Young Event Horse’ championships. This identifies potential eventing superstars of the future and is fantastic experience for young horses as there is no atmosphere quite like the spectacle of Badminton. In testing weather conditions Buzz per formed consistently well during the competition finishing a few marks off the top 10. In the company of professional riders amateur rider Rachel and her ex-race horse held their own. Upon reflection of their per formance Rachel said “Riding at Badminton is ever y riders dream and the experience and confidence it has given me and Buzz is invaluable. He is turning out to be a ver y talented horse and I am enjoying ever y minute training and competing him. It takes a lot of dedication, especially when you do it alongside a busy day job, but I love ever y minute!”. Right: Rachel Buckle jumps on Buzz

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BMT Hi-Q Sigma to Support Society Golf Champs

he JSU Corsham Golf Society (JSUCGS) Championships will take place at Cumberwell TPark Golf Club in Wiltshire on 1 July 15. BMT Hi-Q Sigma has kindly agreed to continue their relationship with JSUCGS in supporting the Premier Event in the Society’s Calendar.

The 36-hole Championships will be contested by over 40 golfers. There will be Scratch, Net and Stableford competitions during the day, with the Champion Golfer being presented the BMT Hi-Q Sigma Trophy at the evenings Gala Dinner. A leading management consultancy, BMT Hi-Q Sigma offer expertise in defence, energy, government and transportation sectors. Commenting on the continuing partnership between the two organisations, Dean Taylor said “BMT Hi-Q Sigma is part of BMT Group. We are BMT’s management consultancy company offering a broad range of programme management and enterprise architecture services. Our primary market is defence and we have worked directly for different teams across the Ministry of Defence and also for their Prime Contractors. As a Bath-based company, investment and engagement with the local community is integral Sqn Ldr Mike Br ydon, Of ficer in Command of JSUCGS, to our ethos and we are proud to be supporting the accepts the BMT Hi-Q Sigma Trophy from Dean Taylor, Corsham Golf Society Championship.” Sales Director

shows from left to right, Bella (the horse) Gill White, communications area manager Ron Ford, Kate Bennet of Riding for the Disabled and manager Mick Hanlon

£750 Raised for Charity oyal Navy and civilian staff from Children’s Respite Centre which cares for Faslane’s communications centre children with learning dif ficulties to give Rhave been raising funds for two parents a well-deser ved break. charities close to their hearts. Both facilities are used by Strachan, eight­ A cheque for £750 have been presented year-old sone of Gillian White, a member of to the Garelock Riding for the Disabled commcen staf f. Association, where youngsters with physical Led by Gillian, staff raised the £1,500 or learning dif ficulties can enjoy riding on through raf fles and sale of locally-produced horses and ponies. cakes and biscuits. Another £750 has gone to the Countr y view

6 desider June 2015 Defence Simulation and Modelling MSc I PgDip I PgCert

The Defence Academy and Cranfield understanding of the main principles of Programme modules include: University are pleased to confirm MOD the hardware and software, including the • Foundations of Modelling and funding for the Defence Simulation and underlying technologies and architectures Simulation Modelling (DSM) MSc programme used in creating a synthetic battlespace to • Networked and Distributed Simulation starting September 2015. support defence activities. • Computer Graphics The programme has been identified by the The programme can be studied full • Discrete and Continuous Simulation MilCap Board as providing suitably qualified time (1 year) or part-time (up to 5 years) • Intelligent Systems and experienced personnel (SQEP) to co - using a blended mix of residential and ordinate simulation efforts across defence. distance e-Learning, classroom, seminar • Statistical Analysis and Trials and hands-on practical sessions. The • War Gaming and Combat Modelling The Defence Simulation and Modelling programme is modular in nature enabling • Weapon Systems Performance MSc programme provides comprehensive students to select the course of study Assessment defence specific coverage of the domain most appropriate to their particular and subsequent application of Modelling • Networked and Distributed Simulation requirements and interests. and Simulation across defence training Exercise and education, acquisition, analysis and A limited number of FREE MOD places • Advanced Self Study Modules experimentation. It provides an in-depth are available.

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L e a r n i n g a n d d e v e L o p m e n t Assessing The Cyber Risk Within Projects

yber attacks are already both business and personal areas. classed as one of four Tier The ‘Year of Cyber’ is an initiative C1 risks to the UK in the 2010 to reach all MOD personnel. It has National Security Strategy and the following objectives to: they will only continue to increase • Raise cyber awareness in frequency and sophistication. across Defence. The scale of the challenge – • Promote understanding not least the cross-border, of cyber as a domain and transnational nature of the threat environment. - means that Government cannot • Establish the credibility of act alone and that the most the Joint and single Service effective solutions will come from Defence Cyber Units. Government and industry working • Support the new digital together. To this end Government ways of working, by and industry together are driving informing staff how to measures to improve our collective remain safe and manage awareness of, and response cyber-risk while taking DES TECH & to, cyber incidents through advantage of digital tools CIO - Air Cdre the Defence Cyber Protection and technology. Mike Quigley Partnership (DCPP). Amongst • Promote cyber careers in other things, this will involve Defence to retain talent in “Advances in information changes which will affect how military and civilian staff. technology and digital Cyber risk is assessed and how we • Promote cyber skills in communications are gain assurance that appropriate Defence to grow talent in mitigations are in place. These military and civilian staff. revolutionising the way we changes will apply to all MOD A series of awareness live and work. Indeed, almost projects (not just the Cyber/ICT presentations will be held in every aspect of our daily ones) and some projects will need Abbey Wood throughout August, to implement these changes before organised in junction with DCPP life depends on technology. the end of 2015. and industry partners, to help Cyberspace has delivered The DES CIO Cyber team embed Cyber Activity within have been leading on promoting projects using the Cyber Security many opportunities and awareness during this designated Model (CSM) and focussed on the benefits, and is fundamental ‘Year Of Cyber’ during which needs of Project & Risk Managers. to the business of DE&S” various monthly themes have been The Cyber for Project Managers cascaded across DE&S to all staff awareness sessions are bookable “However, with such prolific as Cyber grows in importance in via e-solutions for the dates below:

use of technology comes risk and potential threats, through Date Time Subject Venue the loss or compromise of Booked our information, which would 03/08/2015 10.00 – 12.00 Cyber For Proj Managers SI Suites, Abbey impact significantly on the 13.30 – 15.30 Wood, Bristol 04/08/2015 10.00 – 12.00 Cyber For Proj Managers SI Suites, Abbey success of our business, 13.30 – 15.30 Wood, Bristol and therefore to military 10/08/2015 10.00 – 12.00 Cyber For Proj Managers SI Suites, Abbey capability and defence as a 13.30 – 15.30 Wood, Bristol whole. This risk must become 11/08/2015 10.00 – 12.00 Cyber For Proj Managers SI Suites, Abbey a conscious part of our daily 13.30 – 15.30 Wood, Bristol working practices, but we can 12/08/2015 10.00 – 12.00 Cyber For Proj Managers SI Suites, Abbey minimize it by ensuring we 13.30 – 15.30 Wood, Bristol adopt appropriate behaviour to safeguard our data and our For more information contact Ian Martin, DES CIO-Compl-1 or information” Stephen Porteous ISS DSAS-CyberInd-1 DES TECH & CIO - Air Cdre Mike Quigley

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L e a r n i n g a n d d e v e Lo p m e n t

Learning at Work Week DE&S staff get the learning bug he DE&S Learning and Talent Team held it’s first Learning at Work Week recently Tand feedback from staff who took the opportunity to attend the range of activities on offer has been very positive. Chief of Materiel (Fleet), Vice Admiral Simon Lister opened the week’s events talking about his own learning experiences including learning Russian. He shared his belief in life long learning and bringing back what you have learnt into the organisation. He said: “learning is a mindset and those that have that mindset Picture: Andrew Linnet t Picture: Andrew Linnet will go on to do well in both their work and personal lives.” Wendy Edwards, Hd Learning and Talent, whose team were responsible for organising events added:”our organisation is at the star t of a long-term transformation process and the theme of this year’s Learning at Work campaign, ‘Shaping the Future,’ provided us with an oppor tunit y to highlight the impor tance of learning to the future of the organisation; raise awareness of existing learning oppor tunities that are available; help our people to think about their development in a variet y of ways; and assess the appetite for future learning. Activities focused on four key themes: Learning about me, learning to learn, learning VOYAGER MASTERCLASS to change and learning to lead. There were daily ‘marketplace’ stalls with contributors hief of Materiel Air, Air Marshal Leader for Voyager and Phill Blundell, from within DE&S as well as external Simon Bollom opened May’s Chief Executive of Airtanker Ltd, professional bodies encouraging staf f to think masterclass by highlighting demonstrating what makes the about their own personal development. We C that delivering Voyager seemed an programme unique - the close alsoheld a series of more structured sessions impossible task due to restrictions working relationship with Airtanker. as well as a range of forums to enable people to of finance and resources. The team Many of the team, both DE&S and share and learn from the experience of others. took an unique approach by using a Industry have been on the team private finance initiative to bring the for over ten years and are still plane into service. working on the project due to their enthusiasm. Chris Dell, said: ‘What With a value of £10.5 billion, was critical for the programme was it is the UK’s largest Defence the shared common goal that has got us to where we are today.’ Private Finance Initiative project (PFI). What has made it a success:

The Voyager PFI contract was • Shared objectives and drive to signed in March 2008, taking only achieve the programme eight months to finalise. The service • Strong working relationship with contract covers the design and industry conversion of 14 Air to Air Refuelling • Not rushing a decision Aircraft that can also deliver • Continuity and expertise of the Protected Passenger Air Transport team were crucial and Aero Medical evacuation • Long term structure of capability. It has off loaded over 10 programme – allows planning for million litres to UK and Coalition people and resources to deliver aircraft since being in service since capability. 2012. The masterclass saw a joint presentation by Chris Dell, Team

desider June 2015 9 VIRTUS, the new personal protection and load carriage system for the British armed forces. See pages 30-31