UK PM to increase defence budget, setting out “…biggest sustained increase in defence spending since the Cold War…”
What’s happening in….
NATO M&S CoE. “The Commandant of the NATO Defense College (NDC), Lieutenant General Max A.L.T. Nielsen, paid an official visit to the NATO Modelling and Simulation COE (NATO M&S COE), highlighting the strategic importance of simulation-based training and research within NATO’s framework. During the visit, the NDC Commandant was welcomed by the Director of the NATO M&S COE, Colonel Francesco PACILLO, along with senior officials and subject matter experts. >>> Read more.
NATO STO. Launch of the Women and Girls in Science 2025 Challenge. “… to inspire young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by providing a platform for them to share innovative research ideas that impact global security and defence. >>> Read more.
NATO DIANA. Defence and Security Days 2025: Bridging the gap between innovation and defence. “The event featured engaging lectures and panels on the opportunities and challenges that come with being a deep tech start-up navigating dual-use ecosystems.” >>> Read more.
UK Space Agency and ESA. Want to learn more about working with ESA? Register for our free workshop to learn more about UK industrial participation in ESA programmes, from regulations to upcoming bidding opportunities. 📅 23 April. >>> Book here.
EUROMIL. Read about their key takeaways from “MSC 2025: A defining moment for the future of European security and traditional transatlantic relations.” >>> Read more.
SPECIAL FEATURE: NMSG and SISO
“Experts from NATO’s Modelling and Simulation Group (NMSG) took part in the 2025 Simulation Innovation Workshop (SIW), hosted by the Simulation Interoperability Standards Organization (SISO). They contributed to developing open standards vital for NATO’s modeling and simulation interoperability…”
👉 https://www.halldale.com/defence/nato-pushes-forward-simulation-standards
LAND
New EDA project to enhance automatic 3D modelling for military situational awareness.
“With a budget of €4.9 million over 36 months, 3D-4LAND I aims to define the conceptual framework for the system, including scenarios, operational and technical requirements, evaluation criteria, system architecture, and specifications. Additionally, the project will establish a roadmap for the development of a physical demonstrator in a subsequent project, 3D-4LAND II…”
SEA
“MARSUR demonstrates its role as Europe’s collective military eyes at sea.
From 18 to 20 February 2025, the European Defence Agency held the MARSUR III Operational Demonstration at the Operational Headquarters of the European Union Naval Force Mediterranean Operation IRINI (EUNAVFOR MED IRINI) in Rome, Italy.”
AIR
“Austria will remain in the European Sky Shield Initiative and increase its defense expenditures to 2% of the country’s GDP annually under a new government, the incoming coalition announced on Thursday…”
Welcome to our latest
Corporate Members
Thales Defence
They’ve had a great month after being awarded a major contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to provide 24/7 enhanced global technical support services for 50+ communications systems on 40+ ships, submarines and shore bases for the next 10 years. Read the full press release here.
Virtualware
Who have partnered with Edutech to expand XR adoption across EMEA.
“As part of this partnership, the company will bring VIROO, Virtualware’s ISO 27001-certified XRaaS platform, to organizations of all sizes, enabling them to integrate immersive technology into workforce training, engineering, and design processes.” Read their press release here.
eSim Games
Who cooperate with several industry partners to deliver their capabilities. Check them out here.
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