This event took place at DSEI London on September 10, 2025

As European leaders look to build up their militaries in reaction to current events, the industrial base will play a key role in ensuring readiness. In this DSEI panel discussion, leaders discussed the role of the industrial base, partnerships with governments and what military readiness for Europe looks like in reality.

Watch Recording:

At DSEI, defense leaders warned Europe must accelerate collaboration, strengthen air and spectrum defenses, and move at wartime speed to deter Russia.

Guest Speakers:

  • Lt Col Timothy Otten, USMC, Embedded Liaison to the UK, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
  • Tom Withington, Electronic Warfare, Radar and Military Communications Specialist
  • Trevor Taylor, Director, Defense, Industries and Society Programme, RUSI
  • Steve Darnell, Managing Director – EMEA, Pennant International Group Plc
  • Paul Tanner, Vice President, Mercury Systems
  • Moderator: JD Durkin, Defense News Contributor