The DTEP programme is sponsored by the MOD’s Directorate of Industrial Strategy and Exports and delivered through the Defence and Security Accelerator, Innovate UK, and ADS. The programme seeks to improve the competitiveness of the UK defence supply chain.
Defence Technology Exploitation Programme and Magtec’s Collaboration
DTEP and Magtec will collaborate with a higher-tier supplier who will mentor them over the duration of the project.
They will receive a government grant worth 50% of the project value with the aim of developing innovative new solutions to support UK defence challenges and the supply chain.
The company is a member of the British Army’s programme to develop technologies for battlefield electrification. Magtec has created a Permanent Magnet Motor that provides stronger power to submarine systems with reduced size and weight. The product will be used to reduce maintenance costs and increase submarine availability. Magtec is working with higher-tier partner MacTaggart Scott on developing and producing the Permanent Magnet Motor.
The SDA Supplier Management Team said: “Magtec has previous defence development experience, therefore easing their learning and journey into becoming a potential defence supplier for the Submarine Enterprise. The product they offer will be bespoke, offering the many advantages as stated, and others besides.”
DTEP’s funding for Magtec highlights the MOD’s commitment to fostering innovation and strengthening the UK defence supply chain through strategic SME partnerships.
