DSEI Defence and Security Debates

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To mark its twentieth anniversary, the organisers of Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) today launch a podcast series titled “Defence and Security Debates”. The series includes four “round table” panel discussions with leading voices from the UK defence and security community, including: senior military, government officials, Defence Ministers, Members of Parliament and industry figureheads from DSEI’s core exhibitor base. The Debates focus on four core themes: Defence Procurement, Cross Sector Exploitation, People and Skills, and Future Defence Capability. Led by DSEI Chairman, Rear Adm. Simon Williams, each episode the panel examines how these areas have developed in the two decades since DSEI was established, current challenges and opportunities.

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Future Defence Capability

This episode will focus on the development of defence and security capability over the last 20 years and the skills and knowledge required to meet new and urgent operational requirements over that time. The panel will also be asked to consider future trends, the role of the industry and the lessns learned. Focus will be given to cyber, space, autonomous, technology and AI.

Jul 8, 2019

41 min

People And Skills

This episode will focus on the capabilities and careers of those in defence, across Armed Forces and Industry. The panel discuss how the welfare of the armed forces, including mental health, is being prioritised, career development opportunities for retiring personnel, the role of science and technology and how the skills gap should be addressed.

Jul 1, 2019

38 min

Cross Sector Exploitation

Episode 2 focuses on Cross Sector Exploitation with Clare Cameron, Head of Defence Innovation, MOD; Gen Sir Richard Barrons, former Commander of Joint Forces Command; Stephen Phipson, CEO, MAKE UK; Alex Rose Parfitt, Engineering Director, Raytheon; and industry commentator, Tim Ripley.

Jun 25, 2019

38 min

Defence Procurement

In our first episode, participants focus on defence equipment acquisition, the vital role played by the UK supply chain, and routes to global markets. The panel considers the delivery of effective and reliable defence equipment and support within budget and the Defence Industrial Policy. The role and contribution of defence exports over the past 20 years and the importance of international trade and collaboration.

Jun 19, 2019

44 min