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In 2000 the three
distinct separate service logistic functions were fused into one and the
Defence Logistic Organisation was formed. In a further amalgamation,
from 1 April 2007 the Defence Logistic Organisation (DLO) and the
Defence Procurement Agency (DPA) were merged to form Defence Equipment
and Support (DE&S).
The DE&S the engine that delivers ‘Through Life’ equipment and logistic
support to the Royal Air Force, attempting to ensure that the whole
factory to front line process is seamless and properly integrated.
The RAF’s logistics hub moved from RAF Wyton and was established at RAF
Wittering in April 2006. The following logistic and support units are
located at RAF Wittering:
85 (Expeditionary Logistics) Wing
Headquarters Squadron
1 (Expeditionary Logistics) Squadron
2 Mechanical Transport Squadron
Mobile Catering Support Unit (MCSU)
No 42 (Expeditionary Support) Wing
5131 (Bomb Disposal) Squadron
5001 Squadron
Tactical Armament Squadron (located at RAF Marham)
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Defence Equipment and
Support (DE&S) equips and supports the UK’s armed forces for current and
future operations. Employing approximately 25,500 people, with a budget
of £13 billion, its Headquarters is located in Bristol with other sites
located across the UK and overseas.
DE&S acquires and supports through-life, equipment and services ranging
from ships, aircraft, vehicles and weapons, to information systems and
satellite communications. As well as sustaining ongoing requirements
including food, clothing, medical supplies and temporary accommodation,
DE&S is also responsible for HM Naval Bases, the joint supply chain and
British Forces Post Office (BFPO).
DE&S works closely with industry through partnering agreements and
private finance initiatives in accordance with the Defence Industrial
Strategy (DIS) to seek and deliver effective solutions for defence.
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The Defence Support Group
(DSG) is a wholly owned UK Government Trading Fund established to
support the Armed Forces and deliver wider defence objectives in support
of the key Defence Industrial Strategy requirements.
DSG was launched on 1 April 2008 following the merger of ABRO and DARA
business units, with the key aim of providing expert in-house
maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade services for the through life
support of the air, land and maritime systems of the UK Armed Forces.
Employing approximately 3,500 staff and with the Head Office located in
Andover, we provide strategic direction to our main sites in Bovington,
Catterick, Colchester, Donnington, Sealand, St Athan, Stafford, Stirling
and Warminster. Smaller support sites located in Aldershot, Bicester and
Sennybridge further enhance our geographic coverage. Small teams are
also permanently embedded in other military locations around the UK as
well as supporting operations at home and abroad. DSG has the capability
to offer immediate support where it is needed most - at the front line.
Our wide range of capabilities covers maintenance, repair and overhaul &
upgrades of key air and land equipment, mobile and in-barracks equipment
support, fleet management, calibration, electronics, components and
logistic support solutions making us one of the largest defence
engineering service providers in the country.
In-house capabilities also include the ability to strip, replace,
repair, rebuild and assemble equipments ranging from binoculars and
small arms through to large aircraft and armoured fighting vehicles.
With an annual turnover in excess of £200 million, work is undertaken
from our network of strategically located sites throughout the UK,
offering customers comprehensive support wherever they may be.
We work closely with major defence industrial contractors in delivering
support solutions in the best interests for Defence. This makes our
business uniquely placed to exceed customers’ complex and time critical
requirements from a single source.
At the heart of DSG are our people; they are pivotal to our reputation
and success. Their skill and expertise make DSG a lean and forward
thinking business with an impressive pedigree of military capabilities.
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