Why Join DSEI Gateway?

A practical and insightful conversation designed to help companies effectively navigate the defence media landscape and strategically build their reputation within the sector. Hear from experienced figures in defence communications and journalism. 

This session will explain how global trends like protectionism, subsidies, and supply-chain pressure directly affect smaller companies. It will highlight practical ways SMEs can build resilience through smarter trade choices, supplier diversification, and a clearer understanding of the strategic value they provide.

With a turbulent 2025 in the rearview mirror, attendees joined us for a strategic look ahead at what could be in store for the defence sector in 2026. With senior representatives from MoD, academia and our own Editor-in-Chief, attendees gained valuable insight into the year ahead. This discussion was followed by a networking opportunity that helped set the tone for the year ahead and provided a forum to share perspectives with peers. Moderator: Viktorija Starych-Samuolienė, Co-founder (Strategy), Council on Geostrategy Speakers: James Gavin, Deputy Director UKDI  Anita Friend, Deputy Director UKDI, Head of DASA  Olivia Savage, Editor-in-Chief, DSEI

Oxford Dynamics – a UK-based SME, not only helped deliver the UK SDR but has also been the first SME to secure an enterprise lite agreement with the UK MOD. During this webinar, hear how they were able to achieve this success. Take this opportunity to understand how their lessons could help your business in the future.  An ideal opportunity to leverage insights on how to work more closely with the UK MOD.