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From bomb‑proof pants to laser weapons: 25 years of Dstl
Dstl this week marks 25 years at the heart of the UK’s defence and national security, delivering science and technology advantage that keeps the country safe.
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New world-leading lab to be built at secretive UK research site
Expert UK scientists working on the most innovative defence technologies will be backed by £580 million of infrastructure funding over the next four years, including to build a new world-leading new laboratory and expand their research.
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UK accelerates long-range strike capability for Ukraine
Three UK-designed long-range strike systems have been flight tested just months after competition launch, as British defence industry deliver battlefield capability at record speed
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Honours recognition for Dstl personnel
Advances in submarine and missile developments are among the achievements of Dstl staff in the latest Honours.
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Dstl achieves UK’s first optical downlink from space
A demonstration of laser technology has paved the way for a transformational leap in faster and more secure communications for the UK’s armed forces.
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