UK National Armaments Director

Official channel for the UK’s National Armaments Director, Rupert Pearce. Enabling the UK war-fighter to operate, deter, fight and win.
@UKArmaments

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

We need to accelerate delivery and bring together Defence, industry and innovators to ensure we are ready for the challenges ahead.

DSEI 2027 will be an important opportunity to help do exactly that.

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

"I'm very excited about DSEI UK!"🗣️

With DSEI UK returning in just under a year, National Armaments Director Rupert Pearce shares his vision for an integrated force and a more joined-up approach to defence capabilities

🌍Connecting industry and shaping defence's future

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

The NAD Group was out in force at @dvd_event meeting, engaging and collaborating with our @BritishArmy and industry colleagues as we work together to ensure our armed forces are Connected for Combat.

A massive thank you to everyone who made DVD an event to remember!

[National Armaments Director Group @UKArmaments]

Keel has been laid for @RFAHeadquarters's RFA Resurgent, marking the point at which her structure formally begins to take shape.

At @NavantiaOficial shipyard today, the names of sister ships RFA Reliant and RFA Resourceful were also announced.

Read more: https://t.co/JaFonuqatE

[National Armaments Director Group @UKArmaments]

UK support to Ukraine: Since 2022, we've helped deliver £16bn in military aid to Ukraine, including 105,000+ drones, 20m rounds of small arms ammunition, 15,000+ anti-tank weapons, the first of 150 British-made artillery barrels and much more. #SlavaUkraini 🇺🇦

[NATO @NATO]

NATO stands with Ukraine, and our support remains unwavering 🇺🇦

#StandWithUkraine #UkraineIndependenceDay

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

Today is Ukrainian Independence Day 🇺🇦

We stand with Ukraine, today and every day, in support of their independence, national identity and defence against unprovoked and illegal aggression.

#SlavaUkraini

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

Dan Rodenhurst brings a wealth of experience in leading digital transformation and will be key to shaping how Defence will harness digital, data and AI – so we can drive efficiency into our systems and sharpen the fighting power of our forces.

https://t.co/DWtGgobvIK

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

.@UKArmaments will work with industry partners and allies to deliver a Hybrid Navy fit for future warfare.

At least 6 new warships will be built under the DIP, delivering the UK’s most advanced maritime air defence capability and keeping UK shipyards working for decades to come.

[Royal Navy @RoyalNavy]

What is a Hybrid Navy? It's the #RoyalNavy transition to a more innovative, technologically advanced force which will see our people work seamlessly with uncrewed platforms to meet the threats and challenges of tomorrow.

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

Productive #FIA2026 with the NADs from US and Spain, @wesstreeting, @LukePollard as well as many industry partners. I also saw great examples of UK innovation such as Kraken’s K3 SCOUT, a first-of-its-kind uncrewed vessel capable of being launched from an A400M in flight.

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

This comes at a crucial moment for Ukraine and Europe.

The agreement with Sweden shows the impact we can have when we work with allies to support Ukraine. By connecting our manufacturing lines to their frontline, we invest in the UK and help protect Ukraine from Russian attacks.

[Dan Jarvis MP @DanJarvisMBE]

We are ensuring Ukraine’s courageous Armed Forces can fight now and defend in the future.

Gripen jets will help give Ukraine the air power needed to deter Putin, and our investment in British industry supports thousands of good jobs at home. 🇬🇧 🇺🇦

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https://t.co/gUMN9LDLYR

[UK National Armaments Director @UKNAD_MOD]

Last week was full of momentum for UK Defence. From strengthening partnerships at the @NATO Summit in Ankara through a new maritime deal with the Netherlands, to meeting with Norway's Fleet Commander at BAE's shipyard following their selection of the Type 26 frigate design.