Make UK Defence Membership

Membership Benefits

Together, we build the future of the UK defence & security industry.

There’s never been a better time to join Make UK Defence.

Benefit from a membership organisation that is dedicated entirely to championing and supporting your business.

Weekly Defence Insights newsletter with the latest news and trends.
Access to Member Capability Platform – Share your company information and capabilities, to all other members.
Free networking events and discounted premium events (Meet the Buyer, Defence Summit, etc.)
Showcase your successes via Make UK Defence channels.
Direct access to prime contractors’ procurement needs.
Entry to industry-specific competitions and briefings.
Opportunities to exhibit at key defence trade shows.
Access to Fit for Defence (FFD) diagnostic tool.
Members may be eligible for a discounted JOSCAR membership through the Make UK Defence and Hellios partnership.

Membership Enquiry

Level 1 benefits plus:

Dedicated Account Manager for your business.
Receive weekly business opportunities mailshot with access to a wide array of tenders from across defence and related sectors.
Opportunity to apply to join the Make UK Defence Advisory Board.
Full access to FFD programme, including 1-2-1s with defence experts.
Ability to take part in our working group sessions.

Level 1 and 2 benefits plus:

Complimentary space at 1 Meet the Buyer event each year to promote your products or services.
Direct, targeted introductions to key decision makers in defence.
Participation in exclusive Level 3 only events/dinners, roundtables, lunches etc.
Speaking and hosting opportunities at Make UK Defence events (subject to approval and availability).

New to Defence

This membership is designed for organisations with little or no experience in the defence sector that are looking to enter the market through a structured and supported approach.

Getting Started In Defence

Growing In Defence

This membership is designed for organisations that are both new to or have some experience of working within the defence sector, but are looking to accelerate growth and new opportunity.

Increase Growth In Defence

Our Strategic Partners

Our Strategic Partners are leading organisations that support our members and help shape the defence sector.

They bring expertise, insight and opportunities to the network, working with us on events, initiatives and thought leadership to strengthen the wider supply chain.