Kelly Maddison - How To Win UK Defence Manufacturing Contracts

We cover everything from MOD spend targets to how SMEs can become "fit for defence" and start winning real work in the industry.

Key Topics Covered:

The push for 25% of MOD spend to go directly to SMEs
Upcoming hard targets for primes to work with smaller suppliers
How Make UK Defence is supporting SMEs with guidance, readiness, and access to opportunities
What SMEs need to know to break into the defence supply chain

If you're in UK manufacturing, defence, or just want to understand how to secure government contracts—this one's for you.

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