Thales UK Contract Renewal

Avon Technologies plc is pleased to confirm that Avon Protection has signed a multi-million-pound renewal contract with Thales UK in support of a critical UK defence programme.

Avon has supplied this capability to Thales for over 10 years. Under this new multi-year contract renewal valued at up to £10 million Avon Protection will continue to supply vital capability for the defence of the UK over the next 6 years. 

This renewal contract underpins our current full-year expectations.

Steve Elwell, President of Avon Protection, commented:

“This award is strategically important for Avon Protection. It demonstrates our contribution to the overall health and resilience of the UK defence industrial base. We look forward to continuing to provide the UK with a world-leading sovereign capability from our facility in Melksham, whilst continuing to work on new and innovative technologies that defend our nation.”

Jos Sclater, Chief Executive Officer, commented:

“This contract renewal recognises the important role that Avon Protection together with other primes and SMEs provide in delivering vital capability to defend our nation. We are proud of the contribution that we make to the national security of the UK, and we remain committed to providing a strategic capability to design, develop, manufacture, and supply critical solutions to the Armed Forces.”