High-Growth-Potential Frontier Industry Clusters:
World-renowned shipbuilding, including Type 26 and 31 frigates.
A national leader in satellite manufacture, launch and downstream applications.
One of the UK’s largest Quantum, Photonics and Semiconductor clusters, anchored by key assets including NMIS, Fraunhofer CAP, and the National Robotarium.
26,100 Jobs Total MOD-Supported Direct Industry, Civilian and Military Jobs in Scotland 2023/24
Partnerships with devolved leaders
The UK government is working with the Scottish government to boost growth in defence-related industries. It will focus on removing barriers and capitalising on opportunities in key defence areas and promising business sectors.
This partnership respects existing devolution rules – defence policy stays a national government responsibility, whilst related areas like skills training remain under local control.
By combining national strategy with local expertise, this approach aims to create optimal conditions for the defence industry to succeed throughout the UK.