INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE ON THE UK DEFENCE & SECURITY EXPORTS UK CAPABILITY SHOWCASE AT THE DEFENCE AND SECURITY EQUIPMENT INTERNATIONAL 2023 (DSEI 23)

 

  1. The Department for Business and Trade, UK Defence and Security Exports (DBT UK DSE) and Clarion Events extend an invitation for you to participate on the UK Capability Showcase at DSEI 23 at the ExCeL in London 12-15 Sept 23.

  1. DSEI is the largest integrated defence and security exhibition in the world. It offers unrivalled access to key markets across the globe and allows for the development of international relationships and the generation of new business opportunities. As part of the Government’s UK Capability Showcase you will be provided the opportunity to display selected capabilities within the focal point of the exhibition.
  2. When considering participating, it should be noted that all official HMG and Clarion invited international VIP delegations will be programmed to visit the UK Defence and Security Showcase, accompanied by a DBT UK DSE Desk Officer and Military Escort Officer (EO).

  1. UK Capability Showcase. The UK Capability Showcase will be themed around innovation and future technology and will encompass all six pillars of defence and security (Land, Air, Sea, Cyber, Security, Space).

  1. The 2023 Capability Showcase will be at stand H2 740 situated within the UK pavilion. The aim is to provide an inviting and intriguing space to welcome DSEI visitors to see your equipment and services, complimented by members of Export Support Team (EST) promoting your products on the showcase.
  2. We are contacting you as we feel your products and services may complement our Showcase theme at DSEI. We strongly believe that being part of the UK DSE Capability Showcase offers a unique and cost-effective platform from which UK companies, of whatever size and experience, can benefit from the significant opportunities available.
  3. If you are interested in taking advantage of this excellent opportunity, in any form, please do not hesitate to contact andy.lapsley@trade.gov.uk. To aid planning, and at no obligation, it would be appreciated if you could express your interest by close of business 14 Apr 23 by completing the form using the link below or scanning the QR Code.

UK DSE Capability Showcase Initial Interest Form DSEI London 23

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UK DSE EST SUPPORT TO COMPANIES - DSEI 2023

  1. UK DSE EST support to industry during DSEI 23 will be delivered in a tiered system and tailored to individual company requirements and will be based on the following services:

Product on UK Capability Showcase

  1. Companies will have the opportunity to display their product/s or service on the UK DSE Showcase. Depending on size and space available, companies may take the opportunity to display an item within 3 tiers. This service will include military personnel from EST who will present your product on stand, brief on and discuss its capabilities utilising media products and the product itself. Finally, UK DSE will deliver HMG and Clarion delegation management to improve ‘through put’ of international delegations and ensure your product is viewed by all HMG and Clarion invited international VIPs attending DSEI 23. Please note that company representatives are not permitted on the showcase throughout the exhibition.

    1. Cost: £3600 - £4400 (excl VAT)[1]. Please note the cost is for one main item of equipment/product and additional items such as accessories can be discussed. The cost does not cover the transportation, storage of packaging, additional handling or display measures such as overhead rigging or mannequin rental. All additional costs can be discussed prior to confirmation of participation.  Please see the table below for the range of tiers we offer:

Tier One

Tier Two

Tier Three

Product displayed on showcase

Product displayed on showcase

Product displayed on showcase

Product descriptor panel

Product descriptor panel

Product descriptor panel

Company profile in hardcopy UK DSE brochure

Company profile in UK DSE hardcopy brochure

Company profile in hardcopy UK DSE brochure

Delegation Access

Delegation Access

Delegation Access

Company Specific Post Event Report

Company Specific Post Event Report

Company Specific Post Event Report

 

Company Literature available on stand

Company Literature available on stand

 

 

Company video material on video screens

 

 

Company logo on “supporters wall”

£3,600 + VAT

£4,000 + VAT

£4,400 + VAT

    1. Requirement: Using the QR code or link please ensure you have provided the following information.

      1. Company Name.

      1. POC

      1. Contact email and phone number.

      1. Product Title.

      1. Brief Description of product.

      1. Additional info (Safety implications/cordons required for example).

      1. Tier option preferred.

Please be aware that all companies participating on the Showcase will be required to sign up with Clarion once confirmation of participation has been granted. Once registered, this will allow you to pay for the event via Clarion.

 3. Please note completing this form is an expression of interest and there is no obligation at this stage. You will not be confirmed as exhibiting within the UK DSE Capability Showcase until 1 May 23 and we have sent you the Initial Financial Quotation (IFQ) and received a signed copy back. If we do not receive a response by 7 Jul 23, we will assume that you have decided not to use our services.

Licensing

Should you decide to use our services, you will be responsible for arranging the appropriate Exhibition Clearance Letter issued either by MoD DefSy for private venture products to be found at www.gov.uk/government_PV_Ex_Guidance_Document.pdf or the relevant DE&S Project Team dealing with a specific in-service product.

Public Liability Insurance

A requirement of being an exhibitor at this event is that you must have public liability insurance of £2 million minimum.  As per the Event Organiser Clarion’s policy, we will include the Exhibitor Protection Scheme within your contract (£195) within your fee by default.  If your application to participate on the UK Capability Showcase is successful you will receive communication regarding this insurance and the ability to upload your own coverage and if approved, you will be reimbursed the full amount.

Key Dates

Please note the following timelines and key dates:

    1. 14 Apr 23 – Company deadline to express an interest in UK DSE EST services for DSEI 23.

    1. 1 May 23 - Confirmation of attendance.
    1. 7 Jul 23 - Companies to complete payment via Clarion.
    1. 4 – 18 Sep 23 - Companies to assist with the transportation and the build/ strip of equipment as required.                                                      
    1. 12 – 15 Sep 23 - DSEI 23 Exhibition.

 

Contact Details

WO1 (SMI) A C Lapsley RE

Sergeant Major Instructor

Export Support Team, Horne Barracks, Larkhill Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 8QE

Tel: 01980 845496

Email: Andy.lapsley@trade.gov.uk


[1] All costs shown are exclusive of VAT.