The UK defence sector is poised for growth, driven by increased spending, technological innovation, and strategic priorities. Fife Council’s Economic Development Team, in partnership with Make UK Defence and Prime contractors, have launched the Fife Defence Supplier Event. Open to ALL businesses.
Date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Time: 09.00 am – 2.30 pm
Location: Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland
About This Event:
Join us at the Fife Defence Supplier Event 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.
Why Attend?
The UK defence sector offers a wide range of opportunities;
- Increased Defence Spending: The UK government has committed to increasing defence spending to 2.36% of GDP (£2.2 billion) by 2027.
- Supply Chain Expansion: 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.
- Direct Access to Procurement Teams: Meet directly with procurement officials from prime contractors. This provides a unique opportunity to discuss your products and services, understand their needs, and explore potential business opportunities.
- Networking: Engage with industry leaders, government officials, and fellow suppliers. Building these connections can lead to valuable partnerships and collaborations, expanding your professional network.
- Opportunities: Connect with peers, potential partners, and key decision-makers in the industry to identify new business opportunities.
- Market Insights: Gain valuable insights into procurement strategies, upcoming projects, and market needs. Understanding these aspects can help you tailor your offerings to better meet the demands of the defence sector
Event Highlights:
- Presentations: Hear directly from Prime Contractors and industry experts on upcoming projects, and market needs. Understanding these aspects can help you tailor your offerings to better meet the demands of the defence sector.
- Exhibits: Connect with buyers from key companies in these respective domains to explore upcoming contracts and projects, providing a platform to pitch your innovations and solutions.
- Defence Ready Programme Launch: Open to Fife businesses, the Programme will connect industry specialists and Fife businesses together to help members to thrive both domestically and internationally in the defence market.
- Invited 1-2-1 Sessions: Delegates can arrange appointments with buyers via the Swapcard platform.
Register Now:
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of the Fife Defence Supplier Event 2025. Register your interest today and stay ahead in the ever-evolving defence industry.
For more information, contact [email protected].
