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Britannia Defence Systems PLC is a British public limited company founded in 1962. Military vehicles, naval systems and security equipment.

History

Britannia was formed in 1962 from the defence arms of three British engineering companies. It builds armoured vehicles in Telford and naval systems on the Clyde, and has supplied the Ministry of Defence for more than sixty years.

Operations

The company works in defence and security. Its stated approach is to win Ministry of Defence and security contracts. Bid close to budget on quality, and keep a large balance.

Leadership

  • Air Marshal (retd) James Carver, Chairman
  • Helen Ashdown, Chief Executive
  • Robert Kemp, Finance Director

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