GADGETS and gizmos that could equip our troops of the future have helped to launch the MOD’s new Defence Technology Plan.
The Defence Technology Plan is the first time the MOD has unveiled its long-term research needs. It underlines the importance of science and technology in providing cutting-edge kit for the battlefield.
Minister for Defence Equipment and Support, Quentin Davies, said:
“Innovation is at the heart of our success on the battlefield and by launching the Defence Technology Plan today, we are looking to embrace and encourage novel, cutting-edge ideas to provide our future forces with the latest technological advances so they can stay one step ahead of the enemy.
“It is more vital than ever that we exploit new and emerging technologies because the threats our troops face are always evolving. To do this, we need to make the best use of the Defence industrial base, as well as the wealth of ability and expertise found among small businesses, talented individuals and academia”.
Mindsheet were one of 5 companies granted research contracts by the MOD, to attend the launch event at Whitehall on 26th February along with our reconnaissance robot, Testudo.