Developed in close dialogue with defence Primes, the programme of the UK Defence Primes Supplier Day is a direct response to a concrete interest in engaging Swedish suppliers and strengthening links with innovative Swedish companies in defence and security. Through targeted briefings, panel discussions and 1:1 pitch sessions, pre-selected participating companies will gain access to live commercial and strategic collaboration opportunities, build long-term relationships with key decision-makers, and to position themselves as trusted partners within the UK defence ecosystem, while supporting the shared ambition of deeper Sweden–UK defence cooperation - building on the 2023 Strategic Partnership between Sweden and the UK.
Agenda
The UK Defence Primes Supplier Day is arranged with a clear objective of facilitating concrete 1:1 business dialogues and encouraging collaboration between Swedish defence companies with the participating UK defence Primes: BAE Systems and Babcock International Group as well as Saab UK. Following a successful pre-selection process undertaken by the Primes and Business Sweden, the selected Swedish company representatives can expect:*
- Strategic briefings in panel format with BAE Systems, Babcock International and Saab UK
- Q&A opportunities with representatives from BAE Systems, Babcock International and Saab UK
- Facilitated 1:1 pitch sessions between Swedish companies and relevant stakeholders from each of the Primes
- Briefing with Q&A on the UK Defence Investment Plan
- Informal networking opportunities during dedicated parts of the programme, including evening reception (separate invitation to be sent by the Embassy of Sweden)
All activities aim to drive tangible business growth and enhanced collaboration opportunities between relevant British and Swedish stakeholders.
* Please note that the schedule is subject to possible change.
Speakers
- Nick Wilson, Senior Director Europe – Nordics, BAE Systems
- Amerie Bailey, Group Supplier Relationship Management Lead, Babcock International Group
- Chris Bruce, Chief Operating Officer, Saab UK
- Gustaf Bergström, Swedish Trade & Invest Commissioner to the UK, Business Sweden
Details
Language: English
Cost: In order for this event to take place, Business Sweden are required to request a fee from the selected participants representing Swedish companies.