Dstl delivers the science and technology for UK defence and security. We're part of @UKArmaments in the Ministry of Defence (@DefenceHQ).
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R-Cloud is our online marketplace for science and technology research, connecting suppliers with opportunities across @DefenceHQ .
An enhanced R-Cloud v5 will go live in December 2026.
Review the latest guidance 👇
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Working with the @BritishArmy @Bluebearsystems and @AppliedInt we’ve successfully experimented with a collective control drone swarm in a realistic military environment
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#Dstl #Autonomy #AI
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Defending Defender – Battle for the Narrative is a wargame developed with @JIAG_UK based on real-world events surrounding @RoyalNavy HMS Defender in 2021
Trialled with 1500 users and now rolling out across the @DefenceHQ, 15 NATO nations and Australia
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The Hybrid Navy concept explores how crewed and uncrewed systems can work together more effectively.
Find out how our analysts are helping to inform the future of naval capability:
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ALT Modern naval destroyer sailing on calm sea with mountainous coastline in the background under a cloudy sky.
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Alongside Amethyst Research and Lancaster University, we’re developing future thermal cameras to better see through smoke and dust
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#DefenceScience #Technology #Research #Dstl
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When support was needed to test future mine-hunting capability, our experts mobilised in just two weeks to design and deliver a high-profile Royal Navy exercise, helping stakeholders identify challenges early and make better-informed decisions.
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Drones are reshaping the battlefield
Through Project VANAHEIM and ANVIL, we’re working with the @BritishArmy, industry and allies to test drone technologies and develop future battlefield capabilities
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We are celebraing 25 years of delivering science and technology advantage for UK defence and security.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey. Here's to the next 25 years of impact.
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The Defence Investment Plan has been published – our plan to equip our armed forces and defend our future.
Here’s the key things you need to know in the 🧵👇
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Celebrating 25 years of Dstl and welcoming the announcement of £580m in infrastructure funding over the next four years
Part of the Defence Investment Plan, it will support vital defence science and technology across our sites
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25 years and counting. We are Dstl.
🔗 25 years of Dstl:
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🎖️Congratulations to our colleagues who have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours and the Vice Chief of Defence Staff (VCDS) commendations.
From underwater science specialists to chemical weapons defence experts - thank you for your service.
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#FactFriday: From quantum to lasers, our work spans a remarkable range of science and technology.
Explore all our latest stories and updates in one place 👇
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Working with @Archangelworks we've achieved the UK’s first successful download of data from space using a deployable laser communications ground station for faster and more secure communications for the UK’s armed forces. @DefenceHQ @LukePollard
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Dstl is using pioneering neuroscience-based training to transform @RoyalAirForce learning, boosting air combat capability and readiness
The DELTA programme has already reached 1,200+ personnel supporting the Typhoon and is expanding across Defence
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We've updated our account. This is the official channel for the National Armaments Director Group, part of the UK Ministry of Defence.
Follow us for the latest news and updates on how we’re enabling our warfighters to operate, deter, fight and win. 👊 🇬🇧
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Microfactories are changing how defence manufactures critical parts.
With Dstl expertise and Defence and Security Accelerator funding, @RivelinRobotics has turned a concept into a real world capability.
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We’ve developed the first smart ‘find and strike’ system for faster battlefield decisions, enabling commanders to better coordinate surveillance, targeting and weapons across platforms and uncrewed systems.
🔗 Read more: gov.uk/government/news/dstl-…
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📺 Our critical role during the Salisbury nerve agent attack will feature in Channel 4’s new documentary
Salisbury Poisonings: The Untold Story, airing Wed 29 April at 9pm, with further episodes on 6 and 13 May.
#Channel4 #Documentary #Salisbury #Dstl
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