NDI is proud to announce that Stephen Blythe, from Jaltek Systems is the new Chair of the NDI Advisory Board. In addition, Peter Bedwin, Chair of Oxley Group, has agreed to continue as Deputy Chair.
Both will become members of the National Membership Board of Make UK.
Stephen and Peter, together with Advisory Board colleagues, will hold NDI to account and ensure that it continues to focus on the SME and mid-tier policy agenda in the defence supply chain and delivers relevant products and services.
I am delighted that Stephen Blythe has agreed to take up the reins as the new Chair of NDI. His many years of experience in manufacturing and engineering in a variety of businesses will be invaluable and will ensure that SMEs remain at the heart of NDI.
Andrew Kinniburgh
Director General, NDI
Stephen’s appointment comes at an important time in NDI’s evolution as a national defence trade association, as it seeks to increase its profile and influence nationally for members
