Improving access to test and evaluation services for SMEs to help drive innovation in defence.

In an ever-evolving threat landscape, the rapid acquisition of innovative technology is vital to ensure the UK and allied nations have operational advantage to achieve mission success.

SMEs have a critical role to play in helping bring disruptive technologies from concept to reality, quickly. They are key to accelerating the pace of innovation to advance warfighting readiness as well as improving national productivity and boosting economic growth.

That’s why, we - supported by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) - have established a new Test and Evaluation (T&E) Innovation Gateway, aimed at making it easier and cheaper for smaller companies to get access to the unique T&E facilities we operate.

Through the Long Term Partnering Agreement (LTPA), we manage 16 ranges on behalf of the Ministry of Defence (MOD), delivering Test, Trials, Training and Evaluation (T3E) across land, air and sea.

By opening up access to T&E capabilities, SMEs can experiment with technologies and concepts at world-leading facilities and benefit from the knowledge and experience of our subject matter experts.

Accessing Test & Evaluation Innovation Gateway

We have a dedicated team who can help SMEs to navigate the often complex T&E environment.

From identifying which site or range would be best suited to helping to develop the right safety arguments and obtain the necessary approvals and clearances needed, we can use our expertise to help bring innovative ideas from concept to reality.

If you’re interested in finding out more about how the Innovation Gateway can help your business, get in touch and talk to us about your requirements.