Defence Equipments

Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) equips and supports the UKs armed forces for current and future operations. Employing approximately 25,500 people, with a budget of ?13 billion, its Headquarters is located in Bristol with other sites located across the UK and overseas.DE&S acquires and supports through-life, equipment and services ranging from ships, aircraft, vehicles and weapons, to information systems and satellite communications. As well as sustaining ongoing requirements including food, clothing, medical supplies and temporary accommodation, DE&S is also responsible for HM Naval Bases, the joint supply chain and British Forces Post Office (BFPO). DE&S works closely with industry through partnering agreements and private finance initiatives in accordance with the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) to seek and deliver effective solutions for defence.