Strategic Command (United Kingdom)

Jacobs Named as Supplier of Cyber Security Services to UK Ministry of Defence

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was named as a prime supplier of cutting-edge cyber security solutions to the U.K. Ministry of Defence (MOD).

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  • DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was named as a prime supplier of cutting-edge cyber security solutions to the U.K. Ministry of Defence (MOD).
  • Under the Digital and IT Professional Services (DIPS) Framework, Jacobs and its specialist suppliers were appointed to provide maintenance, design and support of secure system architecture, cryptographic systems and security, including testing and evaluation of technical and non-technical security features.
  • "This award showcases our ability to provide cutting-edge solutions across various domains within the cyber security sector," said Jacobs Executive Vice President Steve Arnette.
  • The award of a place on the framework has created opportunities for security architects, system penetration testers, security systems engineers, security assurance accreditors and ethical hackers.

Somewear Labs Welcomes Rear Admiral Hugh Wyman Howard III to Board of Advisors

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Somewear Labs, the technology company enabling critical communications for defense, public safety and commercial teams, is pleased to announce the addition of Rear Admiral Hugh Wyman Howard III (ret.)

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Somewear Labs, the technology company enabling critical communications for defense, public safety and commercial teams, is pleased to announce the addition of Rear Admiral Hugh Wyman Howard III (ret.)
  • In addition to his military service experience, Adm. Howard has extensive governmental experience in joint, interagency, and policy staff leadership roles.
  • I'm excited to be part of the team that is delivering reliable situational awareness for government and private sector operators in dynamic environments," said Rear Admiral Howard.
  • To learn more about Somewear Labs, visit: http://www.somewearlabs.com

UK Ministry of Defence awards Palantir £75 million Enterprise Agreement

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
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LONDON, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palantir Technologies UK, LTD. today announced a landmark Enterprise Agreement (EA) with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

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  • LONDON, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palantir Technologies UK, LTD. today announced a landmark Enterprise Agreement (EA) with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).
  • Working in close collaboration with Defence Digital, Palantir software will enable the MOD to exploit data at scale and speed to make faster, better decisions across Defence.
  • Director Chief Data at Defence Digital Caroline Bellamy said:
    "As a strategic partner in a complex Defence Data eco-system, Palantir products and services are helping Defence to become a truly integrated digital enterprise, with data exploitation at the heart of a faster, better, and more integrated Defence.
  • Guy Williams, Head of UK Defence & National Security, Palantir Technologies UK, Ltd. said:
    "Palantir's Enterprise Agreement with the MOD will accelerate the UK Armed Forces' journey to become a truly integrated force.

Machine Learning Pioneer Dynam.AI Hires AI Founder Craig Parfitt as Chief Technology Officer

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Friday, July 8, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dynam.AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) software development firm best known for full stack AI innovation, today announced that Craig Parfitt has joined the company's executive team as Chief Technology Officer. Mr. Parfitt is a data, analytics and artificial intelligence expert with deep ties in the field of AI and machine learning. An AI technology founder, Parfitt has spent the past two decades developing these capabilities for a number of organizations working in consulting, private industry and government.

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  • SAN DIEGO, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dynam.AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) software development firm best known for full stack AI innovation, today announced that Craig Parfitt has joined the company's executive team as Chief Technology Officer.
  • Mr. Parfitt is a data, analytics and artificial intelligence expert with deep ties in the field of AI and machine learning.
  • An AI technology founder, Parfitt has spent the past two decades developing these capabilities for a number of organizations working in consulting, private industry and government.
  • Mr. Parfitt is a technology founder who started an AI led consulting firm and developed a data-driven, intelligent solution for the insurance industry.

KBR to Acquire VIMA Group, a Leading UK Digital Transformation Company

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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HOUSTON, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire U.K.-based VIMA Group, a leading provider of digital transformation solutions to defense and other public sector clients, for up to GBP 75 million, inclusive of earn-out opportunities.

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  • HOUSTON, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire U.K.-based VIMA Group, a leading provider of digital transformation solutions to defense and other public sector clients, for up to GBP 75 million, inclusive of earn-out opportunities.
  • VIMA Group delivers solutions across a number of large-scale, high priority digital transformation programs to support its clients in ensuring availability of effective digital and information technology as guided by the U.K.'s Digital Strategy for Defence.
  • The company is a trusted advisor and a top five supplier to Defence Digital and Navy Digital both organizations within the UK Ministry of Defence with a number of highly strategic, fast-growing programs.
  • "This acquisition builds on our growing platform of high end, technically differentiated advisory, consulting, and transformation solutions in international markets," said Stuart Bradie, KBR President and Chief Executive Officer.

UK and US to Launch Joint Mission Aboard United Kingdom’s First Orbital Launch Supported by Virgin Orbit

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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Virgin Orbits first overseas flight is expected to be the launchers fifth consecutive mission carrying commercial and government customers since it began operations in 2021.

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  • Virgin Orbits first overseas flight is expected to be the launchers fifth consecutive mission carrying commercial and government customers since it began operations in 2021.
  • Virgin Orbit has successfully launched eight previous STP satellites to orbit, demonstrating its ability to launch from any airport with a spaceport certificate.
  • We are honored to host this joint mission between the U.S. and U.K.
  • Virgin Orbit (Nasdaq: VORB) operates one of the most flexible and responsive space launch systems ever built.

Research Innovations, Inc. Awarded Contract by the United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence (MoD) to Support Experimentation with Multi-Domain Mission Management Capability

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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The contract follows a successful piloting of RII's CMM capability to support the British Army's Information Activities and Operations Program through a previous contract awarded in 2021.

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  • The contract follows a successful piloting of RII's CMM capability to support the British Army's Information Activities and Operations Program through a previous contract awarded in 2021.
  • By experimenting across a myriad of use cases, this contract will explore the advancement of joint all-domain and artificial intelligence-enhanced technology that promotes true situational awareness and quickens decision making across Defence and with allies.
  • The underlying technologies used on this contract were built expressly to support Multi-Domain Integration, operations in the information environment, and globally integrated operations.
  • This effort will be executed primarily in the UK, leveraging RII's growing team of scientists and operational specialists.