Our Member Companies

Observant Innovations is a British company that designs and manufactures innovative solutions to surveillance challenges by providing situational awareness through very high quality imaging systems.

Based on the Observant Image Management System, IMS, Observant’s products include:

·         Smart cameras which incorporate novel optical arrangements to achieve undistorted continuous 360° surveillance –PATROL, a vehicle mounted camera, and SENTRY, a mast or building mounted camera designed to fit into a typical CCTV infrastructure.

·         MONITOR, a family of static or vehicle mounted directional camera systems which enable continuous overview of operational spaces.

With our partner Image Insight Inc, Observant also provides a unique low cost radioactivity protection capability using existing surveillance cameras and smartphones, powered by GammaPix™ patented technologies. GammaPix allows law enforcement and military agencies to interdict acts of radiological terrorism, and First Responders to manage radioactivity emergencies caused by accidents or terrorism.

OCO Global is an advisory firm headquartered in Belfast. Recognised as a leading authority in foreign investment, OCO provides a full range of solutions to economic development practitioners.

OCR is the leading provider of globe trade management software and solutions for a diverse range of industry verticals. With a global presence that spans across the US, UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, OCR specialises in trade compliance solutions that have successfully streamlined the compliance processes for top Fortune 500 companies with its robust software solutions.

OCR’s Global Trade Management Software is implemented by industry leaders to facilitate their import/export processes ensuring the supply chain processes adhere to customs compliance as well as other regulations imposed by government organisations and agencies.

We service clients from a diverse range of industries, including market-leading organisations that operate in aerospace & defence, electronics, computer hardware & services, banking, insurance & finance, pharmaceuticals, chemical & petroleum, federal & state governments, legal community and freight forwarding & distribution.

Odgers Berndtson is a specialised headhunting firm focused on Senior Executive and Board level recruitment. It has a Global Network with offices in all major commercial centers worldwide. We work for a broad spectrum of organisations and institutions including original equipment manufacturers, lead systems integrators, sub-systems and component suppliers, support businesses, professional services, industry associations and not-for-profit organisations. Our activities take us across the entire aerospace, defence and security sectors, as well as other relevant areas, in our search for the very best people with high quality skills and experience. We enjoy a high level of repeat business from satisfied clients.

ODU – around the world with perfect connections

In the winter of 1936-37, Otto Dunkel was the head of the research workshop at the German Post Office and trying to build the first ionospheric transmitter – to beam information into the high atmosphere, to be reflected and received in a different place. The tests did not run smoothly, there were big problems with the contact plugs of the transmitters, which did not permit a uniform contact resistance and Otto pondered over how this issue could be solved.

Ultimately, it wasn‘t scientific investigation which helped him, but his own power of observation. “I was standing at my window and looking out into the courtyard and I was quite upset because I wasn‘t making any progress. Then I saw a man in the courtyard sweeping up the leaves with a twig-broom - that gave me the idea for a new contact…….why not divide the contact just like the individual twigs of the broom? 

The result: constant pressure and consistent contact resistance - today known as the ODU SPRINGTAC® contact with springwire technology.

This springwire contact was the first in a long line of inventions and patents – and now ODU is one of the world’s leading suppliers of connector systems. A privately-owned company, head-quartered in Germany, employing 1,650 people around the world, with a turnover of over €150m, supplying a wide variety of markets including automotive, rail, industrial instrumentation, medical, energy and military. 

ODU is ISO 12485 certified to ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001, as well as VDE, UL, CSA, VG and of course, tests to the relevant MIL-Specs.

As a 'problem-solving' connector manufacturer, ODU enjoys single-source status with over one hundred of the worlds top manufacturing companies. Why is that? Because, not only do they have expertise, but they work hard at being a flexible and innovative supplier.

In the UK, ODU are probably best known for their miniature military push-pull connectors. Notably, since 2002, ODU have supplied more than 100,000 helmet connectors for the Bowman military communications programme, without a single reported connector failure.

The AMC® [Advanced Military Connector] series was originally developed to meet the ever-demanding needs of the many international Future Soldier programmes, intended to equip the average ground-based combat soldier with an integrated set of high-technology equipment, linked to an array of battlefield information resources.
This range of rugged connectors offers high-performance data transmission, high band-width, high reliability and easy handling in any harsh environment - in sizes that are typically one-third smaller and lighter than using MIL-Std housings with commercial inserts. There are numerous high-density signal configurations, transfer rates up to 10Gbit and versions for combined signal & power up to 15A – all in a very compact package.

To see more go to: http://miniaturemilitaryconnectors.co.uk

Olsen Actuation is the brainchild of Piers Olsen, an engineer with decades of experience and success in developing solutions for challenging applications in the most demanding environments. Building on his experience, the company has developed a world-class command of actuator technology and a deep understanding of user requirements.

Olsen Actuation offers so much more than components. We are a market leader in customisation and integration of electromechanical systems, and our unparalleled expertise is built into everything we supply, whether it's a single actuator or a complex control system. 

We look at applications holistically and assess their long-term performance and impact, to provide solutions that are not only right for the present, but also future-proof. We support our products and systems at every stage, from pre-programming through to commissioning and beyond, all for your peace of mind.

For us, total product lifecycle is very important, so all of our components are tested in our in-house application simulation and testing facilities. We make extensive use of lifetime software modelling technology to ensure that our solutions always meet customers' performance and duty cycle requirements and will continue to do so for many years to come.

We are also committed to helping our customers save energy and all of our products and solutions are developed with this in mind. Since electric actuators only use electricity when moving, they are significantly more energy efficient than their hydraulic and pneumatic counterparts. Quiet, reliable and effective, electric actuators are the best solution for almost every application. 

So give our experienced engineering team a call and tell them about your challenges. we'll offer an outstanding solution that will keep your systems moving for years to come!

On-Systems is a UK designer and manufacturer of high quality COTS-based, ITAR free, acdc and dcdc converters.

Our products are used in land, sea and air applications across industry, broadcasting and the military, and a range from PCB mounted units of a few watts to large system units of several kW.

Ontic, a BBA Aviation company, is the leading global provider of OEM-pedigree parts and MRO services for legacy aerospace platforms. Our entire business and infrastructure is uniquely optimized to support mature products for as long as our customers need them. This is the Ontic Extended Life Solution provided to more than 3,000 customers worldwide.

Leading global provider of OEM-pedigree parts, MRO services and serviceable parts for legacy aerospace platforms

•3 facilities strategically located around the world  

•Over 3,000 customers worldwide

•Portfolio of more than 4,500 products and 1,000,000 component parts

•Specializes in low volume, high mix manufacturing

•Supports a wide range of aircraft technology

OPEC CBRNe are designers and manufacturers of lightweight level C CBRN suits. As OEM suppliers of the former Remploy technology, OPEC CBRNe has innovated and improved on current technology to provide the most comfortable CBRN protective PPE without compromising on protection as all our systems comply to AEP38.

Our leading product, the Kestrel, has been selected by Australian Defence as its CBRN suit of choice and have purchased around 40,000 units. This choice was made after a long evaluation process and was greatly influenced by the low thermal impact of the suit on the user, particularly in high temperatures and humidity. We can supply low MOQ’s or large orders and offer a wide range of manufacturing locations from the UK to the USA.

Value added IT reseller/distributor and cloud services provider.

OCTO has a powerful reputation for excellence promoting the effective leadership and management of challenging situations. Clients include Government departments, response agencies, local authorities and large corporations in defence, chemical, utilities, nuclear, infrastructure and hydrocarbon industries.

Core skills:
• Pro-active crisis and incident management, with methods and systems to support
decision-makers;
• Risk management, indicators and warnings;
• Leadership development
• Preparing response organisations, arrangements and facilities;
• Personal coaching, assessment, competence accreditation and selection.

OCTO’s advisers have deep personal experience in leadership and incident management acquired in top levels of industry, public service, military and regulatory organisations.

An independant company that provides managed resourcing solutions to the defence and security industries, delivering subject matter expertise across the globe benign as well as hostile locations. Particular expertise in Counter Unmanned Ariel Systems (CUAS) for both the civil and military environments.

We also provide consultants to support the MoD through the Niteworks programme and other larger non Military groups

Optimal Risk is a Risk and Security consultancy providing advice, support and services to organisations around the World.

Based in Vancouver since 1977, OSI is a SME that provides naval integrated navigation and tactical solutions for 20 navies with more than 550 warships. Working direct with government departments and shipyards or with multi-national Primes, our solutions span a range of options made for surface and subsurface platforms, from major surface warships to small aircraft.

OPSL is a manufacturer of TEMPEST, Rugged and Secure solutions to Military organisations and Government Agencies throughout NATO. OSPL operates and manages a NATO and NSA approved TEMPEST test facility capable of performing TEMPEST testing and modification

Osprey Consulting Services Ltd is an award winning specialist aviation consultancy specialising in technical consultancy support to aviation projects across both civil and military environments.  Through consistently exceeding our customers' expectations with a professional and cost-effective service, we have established ourselves as one of the UK’s leading aviation companies. 

Osprey has been built on a reputation for producing high quality technical support to our clients, who include some of the world’s largest Airports, Military Authorities and National Regulators. We employ over 40 staff in Farnborough, Bristol, North Allerton and Lincoln.

The company carries out education and consultancy with a specialisation in Service and Support Engineering. The company has direct experience of naval and transport support operations and has worked with a number of key aerospace companies providing industrial based projects for graduate students at Leonardo Helicopters and Rolls-Royce. The company also provides executive education and consultancy workshops.