Empowering Fife businesses in the Defence Sector
The UK government has committed to increasing defence spending to 2.36% of GDP (£2.2 billion) by 2027. There is a growing demand across the supply chain, including demand for non-traditional defence suppliers. These businesses are critical to delivering on defence contracts and will see increased opportunities as defence spending rises.
Fife Council’s Economic Development Team, in partnership with Make UK Defence have developed the Defence Ready Programme to meet the demands of the sector.
The Defence Ready Programme is designed to support businesses in Fife, enabling them to thrive within the competitive defence industry. Our programme offers tailored support, expert advice, and valuable connections to help your business thrive both domestically and internationally in the defence market.
Programme Overview
What We Offer:
- Access to Fife Defence Supplier Event 2025 on the 3rd of June 2025: this premier event is your opportunity to explore the latest opportunities, network with industry leaders, and gain valuable insights into upcoming projects and market needs.
- Initial In-Person Workshop: Gain insights into the defence sector and understand its unique challenges.
- Carry out an Individual Business Health Check: Identify areas for improvement and develop bespoke action plan.
- Attend the Prestigious Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI): Participation in a learning journey to DSEI (9th – 12th September), connect with key decision-makers, potential clients, and industry experts from around the world.
- Ongoing Support: Access specialist business advice and attend key industry exhibitions.
Opportunities for Fife Businesses
Why Join the Programme?
The overall aim is to get businesses to the stage where they are fit to bid for, and win, defence contracts.
- Training and Upskilling: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the defence sector, its unique challenges, and opportunities.
- Business Health Checks: Receive tailored assessments to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to enhance your business's readiness for defence contracts.
- Access to Defence Contracts:Prepare your business to bid for and win defence contracts.
- Networking:Connect with industry specialists and other businesses to enhance your market presence.
- Exhibition Support: Benefit from supported attendance at major defence exhibitions like DSEI and DPRTE, enhancing your visibility and connections within the industry.
The programme will be funded by Fife Council’s Economic Development Team including travel, accommodation and DSEI show tickets.
Get Involved
Join Us Today! Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your business in the defence sector.
Contact Us: For more information and to register, please [email protected].
