BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Team Defence Information - ECPv6.15.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Team Defence Information X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.teamdefence.info X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Team Defence Information REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240626T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240626T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20240415T132333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T215427Z UID:246211-1719392400-1719419400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Modelling Towards Self Sufficiency - a Sustainable Defence Support Working Group DESCRIPTION:Concept \nIntegrating advanced sustainable technologies\, technical insight and industry knowledge on Military Operations has the potential to reduce logistic burden\, extend the time a force can operate without resupply and reduce operating costs.  This will increase supply chain resilience\, give Commanders’ freedom to operate and help create operational advantage over our adversaries. It may even reduce or mitigate the climate impact of military operations. \nOutline of Activities \nDefence Support released their Toward Self Sufficiency Concept Note in November 2023. It outlines a number of hypotheses for how a self-sufficient approach to military operations could deliver operational advantage\, and identifies areas for innovation\, research and experimentation.  Defence Support are now investigating how digital modelling can be used to consistently and repeatably contextualise how new technologies perform in simulated military environments. Understanding the benefits of a novel\, sustainable technology in the context of military operations will help assess the opportunities and inform early capability investment decisions. \nAt this event we will hear from academia\, Defence organisations and others about their prioritisation of low carbon and self-sustaining solutions along with the tools and information they use to inform and prioritise their investments. \nThe current thinking about the Toward Self Sufficiency model will then be shared and this will be followed by a workshop where your input will help inform the next stages of development. \nYour Input \nIn the afternoon workshops\, Defence Support invite you to challenge their modelling assumptions\, suggest how wider modelling practice could be utilised\, identify how benefits\, service levels and KPIs could be measured and promote how your innovative water\, waste\, energy\, material solutions could be modelled. \nOutcome \nThe workshop will assist the scoping and development of the Towards Self Sufficiency model development so that it will be more effective at assessing technologies that will lead to more self sufficient and sustained operations. \nWho Should attend \nProviders of deployable base infrastructure\, utilities and innovators in material\, food\, waste\, water\, energy and circular economics along with lifecycle modellers who can help understaffs what could\, should and must (& must not) be measured as part of a self-sufficiency modelling tool.  We also need to understand enablers that will enable support data capture\, connectivity\, processing\, and performance management. \nRegister to Attend \nThe event is free to attend.  There will be limited in person attendance with wider online participation. In person tickets will be allocated on a first come first served basis and limited to one person per company.  \nDress \nSmart casual or uniform as applicable \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to register\n \n Agenda\n \n Towards Self Sufficiency - Concept Note URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/modelling-towards-self-sufficiency-a-sustainable-defence-support-working-group/ LOCATION:University of Southampton Future Town Innovation Hub\, Future Towns Innovation Hub (Building V)\, The Engineering Centre\, University of Southampton Science Park\, Southampton\, Southampton\, SO16 7PU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20240517T100146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T100149Z UID:246222-1719824400-1719851400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdM as a Service Challenge Working Groups DESCRIPTION:The next Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge\, also known as project TAMPA\, Face-to-Face Working Group Event will be held on Monday 1 July 2024 at Babcock Business Park in Bristol.  \nPlease do not delay registering as the number of spaces is limited to 80 attendees and the spaces will be offered on a first come\, first served basis. The registration will close on 17 June 2024.  \nThe aim and agenda of the day will be released closer to the event. The event will include a face-to-face working group session and the Chief of Defence\, Logistics and Support (CDLS) will be the keynote speaker.  \nAddress: Unit 100B Bristol Business Park\, Stoke Gifford\, Bristol BS16 1EJ \nPlease note all fields are mandatory on registration\, you will not be able to attend if we do not have this information. Please also opt in to share your data as your emails will need to be provided to the Venue. \nIf you have any questions please contact Edit Barbantan or Kelly. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/adm-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-2/ LOCATION:Babcock Business Park\, Unit 100B Bristol Business Park\, Stoke Gifford\, Bristol\, BS16 1EJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241022T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241022T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20240828T151453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T143634Z UID:246707-1729585800-1729614600@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdM as a Service Challenge Working Groups Event DESCRIPTION:The 22nd October Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge face-to-face event is quickly approaching and is now fully subscribed. If you are no longer able to attend\, please let Edit know. \nThe event address is Thales UK\, 350 Longwater Ave\, Green Park Business Park\, Reading\, RG2 6GF. Further information on how to get there can be found in the attached documents. \nLunch and some refreshments will be provided. Dress code – business casual; no military uniform is required. \nThe aim of the event is to consolidate learning to date for input into the Executive Group Priorities for 2025. \nThe objectives are to share lessons identified from Spiral 1 across MOD and Industry and to use scenario-based exercises as a tool to test the Advanced Manufacturing strategy and stimulate a deeper understanding of the strengths\, opportunities\, weaknesses\, and threats to AM adoption and how action can be taken to exploit or avoid these. The outputs of this exercise will inform the Executive Group Priorities for 2025. \nThe agenda is as follows: \n08:30   Arrival – Tea & Coffee ​ \n09:00   Welcome & Housekeeping  \n09:05   Agenda and Objectives for the Day \n09:10   Executive Group Welcome by Charlotte and Ross Trepleton \n09:30   Update on Decision Point and future Spirals \n09:40   Spiral Journey – Thales (20 mins speaking +10 Q&A)​ \n10:10   Spiral Journey – RBSL (20 mins speaking +10 Q&A)​ \n10:40   Coffee break \n11:00   Spiral Journey – Babcock + DE&S artillery systems team (20 mins speaking +10 Q&A)​ \n11:30   Spiral Journey – AMFG (20 mins speaking +10 Q&A)​ \n12:00   Spiral Journey – NP Aerospace (20 mins speaking +10 Q&A)​ \n12:30   Lunch break​ \n13:20   Thales presentation \n13:50   Team Defence Info Brief and Update \n14:00   Working Groups knowledge share session \n14:30   Coffee break \n14:50   Refresh on Advanced Manufacturing Champion direction \n15:00   Table top exercise \n16:20   Closing remarks \n16:30  Close \nPlease ensure you bring some form of photo ID with you on the day. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Edit. \nMany thanks\,Edit Barbantan \nFollow the link below for the new ATI AM Strategy and Roadmap \nAdditive-Manufacturing-Strategy-Roadmap-Sept-2024-Final.pdf (ati.org.uk) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/adm-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-event/ LOCATION:Thales UK\, 350 Longwater Ave\, Green Park Business Park\, Reading\, RG2 6GF CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20241030T121951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T101558Z UID:247260-1734012000-1734019200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Project TAMPA Spiral 3 Industry Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Dear Additive Manufacturing as a Service Members\, \nOn the 12th of December between 14:00-16:00\, we will be hosting a Q&A session regarding Spiral 3 for Project Tampa. If you would like to attend the online event\, please register using the link. \nShould you have any questions in advance\, please note them down into Slido using code #3710050. \nPlease review the attached document in preparation for the event\, but also note that this is a work in progress due to ongoing collaboration with the US team; thus\, future versions may be released prior to the event. \nMany thanks and kind regards\, \nEdit Barbantan \nDefence Support Innovation \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSupporting Documents URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/project-tampa-spiral-3-industry-qa-session/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250127T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20241112T122220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T154325Z UID:247315-1737968400-1738080000@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:“Energy Transition by Design” DESCRIPTION:General\nThe UK MOD Operational Energy Authority (OEA)\, along with the MoD Finance and Military Capability (Infrastructure) (FMC(Infra)) and Climate Change & Environment (CCE) directorates\, invite you to register your interest to attend the Energy Conference (EC) 2025. \nThe theme of “Energy Transition By Design” (ETBD) aligns with NATO’s framework for adapting to the ongoing Energy Transition in a coherent and coordinated manner that preserves interoperability and enhances military effectiveness while also contributing to combating climate change. \nAim\nThe aim of this conference is to explore how the UK MoD\, in collaboration and partnership with Industry and academia\, can support and progress NATO ETBD through implementation of the Defence Operational Energy Strategy\, Defence Estates Energy Strategy and the MoD Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach. Invitations are extended to organisations across the MOD\, other Government Departments\, Allies & Partners\, Industry and Academia. \nRegister Expression of Interest\nExpress your interest by 2nd January 2025 there are limited places available.  If you are successful then you will revive a formal invitation from the Authority. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nExpress your Interest URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/energy-transition-by-design/ LOCATION:MOD Abbey Wood\, Stoke Gifford\, Bristol\, BS34 8JH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:RTI-Public,Seminar-Public,Sustainable Defence Support -Public ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Green":MAILTO:steve.green@teamdefence.info END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250305T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20241023T090100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T102704Z UID:247219-1741165200-1741194000@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdM as a Service Challenge Working Groups March Event DESCRIPTION:The first Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge (a.k.a Project TAMPA) Face-to-Face Working Group Event of the year will be held on Wednesday 5th March 2025 at the Digital Manufacturing Centre (DMC) in Silverstone NN12 8FU. \nPlease do not delay registering as the number of spaces is limited to 100 attendees and the spaces will be offered on a first come\, first served basis. The registration will close on 25 February 2024.  \nAim: Set the Working Group (WG) plans for 2025\, in line with the Executive Group (EG) Priorities to maximise success against the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). \nPrimary Objectives: \n\nPresent the EG 2025 priorities\, setting the direction for the Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge.\nPresent the new Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge KPIs for the year ahead.\nThe WGs to set their own priorities for the next 9 months to maximise success against the KPIs.\n\nSecondary Objectives: \n\nTo develop the AM benefits case\, inform the WG community of the findings to date of the Hack 4 MOD task on the Whole Life Carbon Cost of AM.\nIntroduce the NATO representatives to the WG community to establish relationships.\n\nThe agenda\, which is subject to change\, is as follows: \n09:30   Arrival – Tea & Coffee \n10:00   Welcome & Housekeeping by Edit Barbantan and Kieron Salter \n10:10   Agenda and Objectives for the Day by Edit Barbantan \n10:15   Executive Group Welcome by Charlotte Robinson and Dr Ross Trepleton \n10:35   Introduction of NATO partners by Wg Cdr Jon McMahon \n10:45   AdM as a Service Challenge Updates\, by Wg Cdr Jon McMahon and Bernadette Saunders\, on: \n\nthe Advance Manufacturing Strategy;\nSpirals 1\, 2 and 3;\nHack for MOD (H4MOD) challenge\n\n11:15   H4MOD presentation by Imperial College London \n11:30   Coffee break (30 min) \n12:00   Team Defence Information Update by Stu Olden \n12:10   ASTM presentation by Dr Lauren Ednie \n12:25   DMC presentation by Kieron Salter \n12:40   Lunch + DMC tour (1 hour) \n13:40   Update from Working Groups (WG) \n14:05   Focus for Working Groups meeting by Edit Barbantan \n14:10   Working Groups Meeting \n15:10   WG Co-Chair back briefs \n16:10   Wrap-up by Charlotte Robinson and Dr Ross Trepleton \n16:30   Close \nLunch and some refreshments will be provided. Dress code – business casual; no military uniform is required. Please ensure you bring some form of photo ID with you on the day. Parking is freely available at the event location\, including at the unit across the road as it is currently vacant. \nFor any questions about the event or if you are no longer able to attend\, please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/adm-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-event-2/ LOCATION:Digital Manufacturing Centre Ltd\, Silverstone Park\, Silverstone\, Towcester\, NN12 8FU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250311T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T121648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T144617Z UID:247699-1741687200-1741694400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250328T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250328T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250303T172615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T173013Z UID:247873-1743152400-1743181200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:MOD DUxDA (Defence UxS ((Uncrewed ‘x’ systems)) Design Authority): Face-to Face Industry Early Engagement Event - Expression of Interest DESCRIPTION:A new Team Defence-info supported MOD DUxDA face-to-face industry early engagement event has now been announced. \nPlease note: Expressions of interest must be submitted by close of play 11th March \nBackground – The UK Defence Drone Strategy 2024 \nhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/defence-drone-strategy-the-uks-approach-to-defence-uncrewed-systems set the vision for the UK to be world – leading in uncrewed Defence systems. The approach to achieving this is through unparalleled collaboration and bold innovation built around four key objectives: \n\nExpedite acquisition reform\nBuild a resilient industrial base\nDefine digital architectures for seamless integration\nFoster a new culture of innovation\n\nThis strategy identified the need for a Defence-level governance mechanism to support pan-domain delivery plans of the Royal Navy\, Army and Royal Airforce (incl Space). To support the strategy in the delivery of its vision the Defence UxS Design Authority (DUxDA) was established in Apr 24. \nWho are DUxDA and what do they do? – They sit within Strategic Command with pan-Defence responsibility\, core within these responsibilities is to… \n\nCohere\nCollaborate\nCo-ordination\n\nDUxDA provides improved co-ordination and coherence of MOD Uncrewed Systems activity to promote both value for money and improved Uncrewed capability across the entire Defence Enterprise (Air\, Ground\, On Water\, Under Water\, Space). \nAs a Design Authority it is a standalone\, integrated highly experienced team responsible for maintaining the integrity of programme objectives and alignment of solutions (designs) to programme level requirements through the effective implementation of collaborative assurance and guidance. The agile services structure can be adapted and tailored for any programme design and delivers the following within the Uncrewed area. \n\nStandalone Design Authority service or integrated within existing Teams\nFlexibility to advise at all levels architectural and design areas\nFull cross-function\, collaborative\, embedded transformation lifecycle design assurance\nOperates as a trusted advisor for and appropriate MOD programme\nHas ownership of Programme architecture (business\, processes\, applications\, technology\, data)\nTransformation and transition roadmap definition\, creation and delivery\nDeliver support across large-scale dynamic systems integration programmes\nDrive multiple improvement initiatives to de-risk the programme\nAbility to provide architecture and programme leadership and direction.\n\n The DUxDA industry engagement event activity asks?  – The DUxDA will present the progress made and outputs delivered since forming Apr 24 and detail the strategy and key delivery milestones for the Defence UxS portfolio for the next 12 months. Industry engagement\, feedback and support is critical to the successful delivery of the DUxDA strategy and key delivery milestones\, and this face-to-face event will be the first of a series of events being planned through FY25/26 ultimately aimed at creating a one team structure between Defence and Industry to deliver the future capability road maps across Defence. \nShould you get involved? – If your organisation is involved in the development and delivery of Uncrewed Systems to Defence you are encouraged to attend. \nWhy get involved? – Your contribution will enable you to understand the direction of travel from within Defence\, shape\, influence and assist MOD in its future direction for Uncrewed Systems. \nThere is also the opportunity to work as part of a team with equally capable and knowledgeable organisations within Defence and the wider Uncrewed Systems community. \nThis is an opening for wider industry experience and best practice to be showcased within the Defence environment. \nThis will enable: \n\nUnderstanding of how focus areas will interact to realise a future end state.\nArticulation of requirements for Uncrewed Systems capability across the enterprise.\nDevelopment of capability roadmaps\nAlignment\, pull through and learning from representative Uncrewed Systems capabilities.\nAssessment of potential system solutions and recommendations for future development.\n\nIf you would like to attend please complete the expression of interest form\, this will close on 11th March. URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/mod-duxda-defence-uxs-uncrewed-x-systems-design-authority-face-to-face-industry-early-engagement-event-expression-of-interest/ LOCATION:MOD Abbey Wood\, Stoke Gifford\, Bristol\, BS34 8JH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250331T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250331T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250228T141716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T212325Z UID:247851-1743418800-1743424200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Securing Critical Raw Materials (CRM) and Rare Earth Elements (REE) for UK Defence - Industry Outbrief DESCRIPTION:(Date and Agenda subject to change) \nFormat: Online only via MS Teams \nContext:  Establishing a UK-based recovery and reclamation capability for rare earth metals and minerals offers significant economic\, environmental\, and strategic benefits. \nAims & Objectives: Out-brief: This Quick Look Task examines how the Defence sector can mitigate CRM supply chain risks by harvesting rare earth elements from end-of-life platforms and establishing sovereign UK recovery capabilities. \nThe objective is to develop a decision-making framework applicable across capabilities\, platforms\, sub-systems\, and components to: \n\nProvide a demand signal to industry and guide investment decisions in UK recovery and reclamation infrastructure.\nInform the development of autonomous recovery technologies.\nInfluence design and supportability analysis to incorporate metal and mineral reclamation.\n\nWho should be attending: Leaders in sustainability and circularity\, requirement setters\, design engineers\, supportability analysts\, specialist recycling companies. \nAgenda \n\nWelcome to site and admin (Jenny – Mott Mac)\nIntro and Agenda (Michelle- BAESystems)\nDefence Circular Economics Context (Sarah – Defence Support)\nTask Aims and Objectives (Michael – Babcock)\nFramework Assessing CRM/REE Risk and harvesting opportunity (Emily – BAE Systems)\nFramework Sovereign CRM/REE reclamation capability and priority areas for investment (Fred- DESCycle)\nConclusions and Recommendations (Georgie – Babcock)\nPanel Q&A (Chaired by Michelle BAESystems)\nClose (Sarah – Def Support)\n\nSupporting Documentation (Presentation Material etc.):  Presentation material will be shared post event\, finalised report will be circulated in early April\,  Circular Economic Concept Note on .gov.uk now \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to register URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/industry-out-brief-securing-critical-raw-materials-crm-and-rare-earth-elements-ree-for-the-uk-defence-sector/ CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T122407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T120101Z UID:247706-1747731600-1747738800@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-4/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20241023T090636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T074102Z UID:247227-1749027600-1749054600@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdM as a Service Challenge Working Groups (Pj TAMPA) June Event DESCRIPTION:Registration Now Closed \nThe second Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge (a.k.a Project TAMPA) Face-to-Face Working Group Event of the year will be held on Wednesday 4th March 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham and will form part of a wider event\, TCT 3Sixty. Project TAMPA will be hosted in a space adjacent to the main TCT 3Sixty conference as this event is kindly sponsored by TCT Group. Please note that you do not need to register to the TCT 3Sixty event as well in order to attend the Project TAMPA event. \nDo not delay registering as the number of spaces is limited to 100 attendees and the spaces will be offered on a first come\, first served basis. The registration will close on 27 May 2025. \nThe aim and agenda\, which are subject to change\, are as follows: \nAim: Present lessons learnt from Spiral 2 and present the successful Spiral 3 parts. \n\n\n09:00   Arrival – Tea & Coffee \n09:30   Welcome\, Housekeeping and Agenda by Edit Barbantan and Duncan Wood \n09:35   Executive Group Welcome by Dr Ross Trepleton \n09:40   2024 Annual Review by Edit Barbantan \n09:50   AdM as a Service Challenge Updates on the Advance Manufacturing Strategy; Spirals 1\, 2 and 3 by Wg Cdr Jon McMahon \n10:00   Spiral 4 High Level Overview by Bernadette Saunders \n10:10   Make UK / MTC presentation on supply chain engagement mechanisms by James Watson (MakeUK) and Ross Trepleton (MTC) \n10:30   Spiral 2 LFE session Babcock \n11:00   Coffee break (30 min) \n11:30   Spiral 2 LFE session RBSL \n12:00   Spiral 2 LFE session NP Aerospace \n12:30   Spiral 2 LFE session Thales \n13:00   Lunch in TCT 3Sixty exhibition (1 hour 30 minutes) \n14:30   Team Defence Information Update / Certification WG update by Stu Olden \n14:40   Digital Thread WG update \n14:50   H4MOD Challenge on Prioritising Reverse Engineering of Obsolete Parts by Alex Champion \n15:00   Spiral 3 High level overviews \n15:40    Wrap-up by Ross Trepleton and Jon McMahon \n15:50   Close \n \nYou can find a map of the event location attached to this advert. Project TAMPA will be hosted in the Toute Suite. \nLunch and some refreshments will be provided. Dress code – business casual; no military uniform is required. Please ensure you bring some form of photo ID with you on the day. Parking is freely available at the event location\, Please use Car Park East 1-4. \n\n\nFor any questions about the event or if you are no longer able to attend\, please contact UKStratCom-DefSp-Innovation@mod.gov.uk. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nTCT 3Sixty Map URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/adm-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-event-3/ LOCATION:NEC\, The National Exhibition Centre\, Pendigo Way\, Marston Green\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250618T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250618T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T122603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T144812Z UID:247709-1750240800-1750248000@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250716T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250716T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T122841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T144852Z UID:247712-1752660000-1752667200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T123122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T144933Z UID:247714-1755684000-1755691200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-7/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250805T094635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T100743Z UID:248626-1755770400-1755788400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Expression of Interest - Land Autonomous Collaborative Platform Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Expression of Interest will close 1159 on 11th August\nIntroduction\nThe British Army is pleased to invite you to apply to participate in the Land Autonomous Collaborative Platform (LACP) industry workshops\, which will take place on 21 August 2025 at the Defence BattleLab Dorset. This in-person only collaborative event reinforces Defence’s transformative relationship with industry to support the Army’s modernisation efforts. This Army event is a progression on the National Armaments Director Group engagement (13-14 Aug 25) and will focus specifically on the LACP problem set.\n The ‘Problem’ \nThe British Army seeks to develop an Uncrewed Air System (UAS) to pair with the Apache AH-64E attack helicopter as an ACP. The ACP will operate in a highly autonomous\, ‘commanded not controlled’ manner to perform multi-mission tasks in contested battlespace\, including reconnaissance\, target acquisition\, strike\, countermeasure defeat\, and integration with Launched Effects (LE). The ACP will enhance the lethality and survivability of the crewed platform and do so with a smaller logistic footprint and lower maintenance requirement relative to the crewed platform. \nFocus areas\nThese workshops are a key opportunity for Defence stakeholders to engage with industry partners to explore innovative and novel solutions that leverage advancements in autonomy\, modularity\, and manufacturing scalability. The Army is seeking to develop understanding of technology readiness and industrial capability to inform the User Requirements. Areas of interest include\, but are not limited to:\n\nUncrewed Air Systems (UAS) – A system including the platform\, the supporting network and equipment. A Vertical Take-off and Landing (VToL) UAS able to carry c.200kg+ payloads are most likely to satisfy the operational use case.\nAutonomous systems – Solutions that enable varying levels of autonomy\, or the fully autonomous command and control of UAS. Transversal capabilities such as AI-based decision making\, digital twins\, synthetic environment\, digital\, data and security standards.\nCertification and regulation – working with civilian and military regulators to navigate regulatory challenges and support industries to test and evaluate platforms.\nSystem integration – the challenges of integrating a system of systems and the adoption of modularity.\nModular payloads.\nOther Defence Lines of Development (DLoDs) considerations to include safety\, communications\, cyber\, navigation\, interoperability.\n\nIndustry Engagement Approach\nConduct of the day will be a collaborative endeavour with United Kingdom Defence Innovation (UKDI)\, Defence & Security Accelerator (DASA)\, Futures Lab and Dstl supported by Team Defence Information. The event will be hosted at the Defence BattleLab where military challenges intersect with industry solutions. To cohere the day’s interaction\, three core workshops are planned with additional scope to accommodate emergent topics through the day.\nWorkshop 1 – Platforms – the Uncrewed Air System (UAS)\nWorkshop 2 – Autonomy solutions\nWorkshop 3 – Integration\, comms and navigation systems.\nPlease note: There are physical restraints on the numbers of participants so do not delay in registering your interest\, successful attendees will be notified on 12th August \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nExpression of Interest URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/expression-of-interest-land-autonomous-collaborative-platform-industry-day/ LOCATION:battlelab\, dorset CATEGORIES:Public Working Groups,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250701T145035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T212531Z UID:248448-1756479600-1756483200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \n1st Series – 29th August 1500 – 1600 \n\n\n\nTime\nTopic\nSpeaker\n\n\n1455\nTeams Session Opened\n \n\n\n1500\nWelcome and Introduction\nSteve Green\n\n\n1505\nBridging the Supply Demand Gap by 2030 (Ref A)\nPetr Pudil Globsec\n\n\n1520\nUK 2024 Criticality Assessment (Ref B)\nDr Evi Petravatzi\n\n\n1535\nPanel Q&A session\nAll\n\n\n1555\nClosing remarks and next event\nSteve Green\n\n\n1600\nTeam meeting ends\n \n\n\n\n  \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info or nigel.procter@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSustainable Circular Economics for Defence Concept Note\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n2024 Criticality Assessment\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe Innovation Imperative\, Bridging the Supply Demand Gap for Critical Raw Material by 2030 URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/crm-for-defence-snackssubscription-list/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250828T130902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T212449Z UID:248833-1756911600-1756915200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 2 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSustainable Circular Economics for Defence Concept Note\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n2024 Criticality Assessment\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe Innovation Imperative\, Bridging the Supply Demand Gap for Critical Raw Material by 2030 URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T123312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T145003Z UID:247717-1758103200-1758110400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-8/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250905T123918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T212217Z UID:248943-1759244400-1759248000@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 3 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSustainable Circular Economics for Defence Concept Note\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n2024 Criticality Assessment\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe Innovation Imperative\, Bridging the Supply Demand Gap for Critical Raw Material by 2030 URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-3/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20241023T090906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T111307Z UID:247234-1761035400-1761064200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge Working Groups October 2025 Event DESCRIPTION:The final Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge (a.k.a Project TAMPA) Face-to-Face Working Group Event of the year will be held on Tuesday 21st October 2025 at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) in Coventry as this event is kindly sponsored by the MTC and the AWE. \nThe aim and agenda\, which are subject to change\, are as follows: \nAim: To outline Spiral 3 and input into the design of Spiral 4. \nAgenda: \n08:45   Arrival – Tea & Coffee \n09:15   Welcome & Agenda \n09:25   State of the Nation Intro \n09:45   Executive Group Update \n10:00   Updates on Defence Reform\, the AM as a Service Challenge & Advanced Manufacturing Strategy \n10:10   NP Aerospace Spiral 2 Knowledge Share \n10:25   US DoD Introduction \n10:45   America Makes Introduction \n11:05   Coffee break (30 min) \n11:35   HVMC Alliance Introduction \n11:50   Assurance of AM facilities \n12:20   Chinook Printed Parts \n12:45   Typhoon Printed Parts \n13:05   Annual Review interactive activity \n13:15   Lunch (1 hour) \n14:15   Spiral 4 Task Outline \n14:35   Working Groups – Spiral 4 SWOT \n16:05   WG Co-Chair SWOT back briefs \n16:20   Wrap-up \n16:30   Close \n  \nA MTC workshop tour will no longer be arranged on the day. Those who have signed up for this tour will be contacted by the MTC to arrange a visit at another time. Apologies for the inconvenience cause. \nThe event location is AMTC building. When approaching the roundabout in front of the main MTC building\, take the first exit and follow the road. The entrance to the AMTC building is the first turn on the right. \nLunch and some refreshments will be provided. \nDress code – business casual; no military uniform is required. \nPlease ensure you bring some form of photo ID with you on the day. \nParking is freely available at the event location. Access to the car park is controlled by a security barrier. On approach to the barrier\, you will need to press the buzzer to announce their arrival to security. When leaving the car park\, you will need to drive up to the barrier which will lift on approach. \nIf you have registered\, but are no longer able to attend\, please contact Demi Bowler demi.bowler@teamdefence.info. \nFollow the link below for the new ATI AM Strategy and Roadmap \nAdditive-Manufacturing-Strategy-Roadmap-Sept-2024-Final.pdf (ati.org.uk) URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/adm-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-event-4/ LOCATION:MTC Events\, Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC)\, Ansty Business Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251007T141809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T090445Z UID:249210-1761231600-1761235200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 4 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSustainable Circular Economics for Defence Concept Note\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n2024 Criticality Assessment URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-4/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251029T101750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T101937Z UID:249395-1762441200-1762444800@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 5 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-5/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20250129T123918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T091944Z UID:247722-1763460000-1763467200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact kelly.gough@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting-10/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251111T115730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T080910Z UID:249514-1764342000-1764345600@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 6 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-6-2/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251031T091619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T115334Z UID:249425-1764687600-1764691200@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 7 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-6/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251112T104650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T120135Z UID:249541-1765371600-1765378800@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 8 DESCRIPTION:  \nThe recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-8/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251210T122046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T123949Z UID:249750-1768402800-1768406400@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 9 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSubscribe here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-9/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251120T134046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T093049Z UID:249629-1769094000-1769097600@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:PJ TAMPA Digital Thread Working Group Community of Practice session DESCRIPTION:The AdMaaS Digital Thread Working Group Meeting is held on the 3rd Thursday of every month virtually via MS Teams. \nIf you wish to attend please register your attendance using the register here button. You will receive the MS Teams link upon registration. To place this into your calendar please download the ics file on your confirmation email. \nIf you have any questions regarding these meetings please contact Edit.Barbantan100@mod.gov.uk \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please contact demi.bowler@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/admaas-digital-thread-working-group-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260127T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260127T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20260119T123745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T124350Z UID:249999-1769526000-1769529600@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:Critical Raw Materials for Defence: Online Snack Series - Session 10 DESCRIPTION:The recent Critical Raw Materials for Defence Report we published\, outlines a proposed framework for enhancing Critical Raw Materials resilience in the UK Defence sector through circular economy principles and recycling. Our aim was to contribute to the development of the UK’s industrial strategy and ensure Defence has a strong voice in this important area. As the financial settlement process moves forward\, we’re keen to keep the conversation active. \nJoin us for the Snack Series—a rapid-fire set of expert-led sessions that dive into the most urgent challenges and strategic opportunities across the UK’s critical materials ecosystem. \nFrom policy to platforms\, e-waste to innovation funding\, this series brings together voices across government\, industry\, and academia to shape a more circular\, resilient\, and sovereign defence future. \nWhy Attend?• Get insights into policy\, innovation\, and supply chain resilience• Hear from leaders shaping the future of defence and critical materials• Connect across disciplines—from recyclers and researchers to strategists and policymakers \nEach session features a 20-minute presentation from leading organisations\, followed by a 40-minute panel Q&A. Sessions will explore:• Global supply chain risks• UK capability and innovation• Priority Defence use cases \nContent will focus on real insights and lessons—not sales pitches—with case studies encouraged. No prior defence knowledge required; many challenges are cross-sector. \nWhy It MattersNew mining is costly\, slow\, and environmentally challenging. Reclaiming materials from end-of-life equipment could offer a faster\, cheaper\, and greener path. Let’s mine our waste—not the planet. \nGet Involved \nJoin the conversation. Shape the future. Spread the word. \nWant to stay informed or take part? Sign up now to receive invites and materials \nBy signing up you will receive diary invites to these sessions and will also receive invites to any subsequent workstreams/presentations. \nIf you would like further information please contact steve.green@teamdefence.info \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/critical-raw-materials-for-defence-online-snack-series-session-10/ LOCATION:Virtual – MS Teams CATEGORIES:Critical Raw material,RTI,RTI-Public,Sustainable Defence Support,Sustainable Defence Support -Public END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T224752 CREATED:20251119T125239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T155404Z UID:249616-1772614800-1772640000@www.teamdefence.info SUMMARY:March Event - Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge Working Groups / Project TAMPA DESCRIPTION:The first Additive Manufacturing as a Service Challenge\, also known as project TAMPA\, Face-to-Face Working Group Event of the year which will be held on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at Thales Crawley. \nThe event is currently fully subscribed and we are running a reserve list; therefore\, should you not be able to attend anymore\, please inform Demi Bowler as soon as possible. If you are still able to attend\, then please note at least one form of Photo ID will be required in order to gain entrance to the event location. \nThe event’s aim\, objectives and agenda are currently as follows\, but are subject to change: \nAim: To deepen understanding and gather inputs into the Defence Advanced Manufacturing Programme. \nObjectives: \n\nOutline the priorities for 2026.​\nIntroduce the academic outreach focus for 2026; with an overview from the new Project TAMPA academic lead.\nGather final inputs into the Defence Advanced Manufacturing Programme plan ahead of programme start.\n\nAgenda: \n09:00   Arrival – Tea & Coffee \n09:30   Welcome & Housekeeping \n09:35   Agenda and Objectives for the Day \n09:40   Executive Group Update \n10:00   Additive Manufacturing in Defence update to include Advance Manufacturing Programme\, Project TAMPA and International Engagement \n10:15   Annual Review findings presentation \n10:25   Thales session \n10:55   Coffee break (30 min) \n11:25   QinetiQ session \n11:45  Globus Metal Powders \n12:05   Defence Manufacturing Research at Loughborough University (remote presentation) \n12:25   Lunch (1 hour) + optional Thales workshop floor tour* \n13:25   Defence Testbed Progress Update \n13:45   Focus for Working Groups session \n13:50   Working Groups Session (1 hour 30 min) \n15:20   WG Co-Chair back briefs by WG co-chairs \n15:40   Closing Remarks \n16:00   Close \n  \n*Please note a Thales workshop floor tour may be arranged for the lunch break\, however we are awaiting confirmation. \nLunch and some refreshments will be provided. \n  \nIf you have any registration questions\, please contact Demi Bowler demi.bowler@teamdefence.info \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister here URL:https://www.teamdefence.info/event/march-event-additive-manufacturing-as-a-service-challenge-working-groups-project-tampa/ LOCATION:Thales Crawley\, Manor Royal\, Crawley\, RH10 9HA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:AdM WG,CDLS AdM as a Service WG,RTI,RTI-Public END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR