Expleo, the engineering, technology and consulting services provider, is welcoming the UK Government’s 2025 Strategic Defence Review as a timely and forward-thinking plan for national resilience, recognising the important role innovation and digital transformation play in supporting the UK’s long-term security strategy.
Expleo works with defence primes and leading manufacturers in the UK to provide engineering and technology expertise that enhances development across various domains including land, sea, air, digital and space environments. Expleo has more than 1,700 UK employees and focuses on end-to-end control in defence development from satellite design to mission systems integration, ensuring products are scalable, smarter and safer.
The company commends the UK Government’s dedication to strengthening sovereign industrial resources and updating defence infrastructure. Expleo particularly supports the focus on emerging technologies.
Expleo believes AI and autonomous systems will be key to future defence capabilities, enhancing data analysis and accelerating decision-making. The company adds that integrating these technologies into secure, mission-ready systems will require a trusted network of partners with deep technical expertise.
“The Strategic Defence Review 2025 is a necessary step towards a more digitally enabled and technologically advanced defence landscape,” said Jeff Hoyle, EVP and MD – UK & NA at Expleo. “The Review recognises the advantage will be won through innovation, digital integration and greater collaboration, driving operational agility and optimal preparedness.”
“This is where Expleo adds real value,” Hoyle continued. “Thanks to our expertise in systems engineering and understanding of emerging technologies in defence like digital twin technology and AI, we bridge the gap between innovation and operational readiness, ensuring that new defence technologies are safe, effective and deployed at pace.”
The Review’s emphasis on a ‘whole-of-nation’ approach to resilience and industrial strength further reinforces the importance of long-term collaboration across government, industry and academia. Expleo stands ready to support defence primes in building the next generation of systems that will underpin national resilience.
In line with the UK Government’s ambitions, Expleo is increasing its investment in UK-based research, innovation, and skills development, ensuring that the UK’s defence ecosystem remains agile and capable of addressing evolving challenges.
As the UK looks to lead in a more complex and contested global environment, Expleo is committed to being a trusted partner in delivering smart, secure and resilient defence solutions. For more information, visit expleo.com
