Building Partnerships
academia, government and
primes to strengthen our defence
and security ecosystem
Defence Landscape Access
academia, government and
primes to strengthen our defence
and security ecosystem
Growth, Capability & Influence
academia, government and
primes to strengthen our defence
and security ecosystem
Our Partners
What is the West Midlands RDSC?
The West Midlands Regional Defence and Security Cluster brings together industry, SMEs, academia, innovators, prime contractors and public sector partners to strengthen our region’s contribution to the UK’s defence and security landscape.
At the heart of our work is collaboration. We support organisations of all sizes to connect, innovate and grow – ensuring the benefits of this sector are felt across our region’s businesses and communities.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Connecting business, academia and government
Access & Advocacy
Acting as a voice for the region's defence & security sector
Growth & Influence
Supporting partnerships that accelerate defence capability
Who Should Join the WM RDSC?
Why Join the Cluster?
Connect with defence organisations across the region
Access networking and industry events
Discover supply chain opportunities
Stay informed with defence updates and resources
Engage with government and key stakeholders
Collaboration
Connecting businesses, academia and government.
Advocacy
Acting as a voice for the region's defence sector.
Innovation
Supporting partnerships that accelerate defence capability.
The West Midlands:
Our Unique Position
Significant hub for defence and security
Central hub of UK manufacturing
Strong cyber, digital and engineering capability
World-leading universities and research centres
Upcoming Events & Latest News
Ian Oates appointed Cluster Manager for WM RDSC
Ian Oates has joined West Midlands Growth Company as the new Cluster Manager for the West Midlands Regional Defence & Security Cluster (WM RDSC), bringing extensive experience in operations, project
WM RDSC appoints inaugural Advisory Board
The West Midlands Regional Defence and Security Cluster has appointed its inaugural Advisory Board, bringing together leaders from across defence, industry, academia and innovation to help guide the cluster’s next phase of development.
Defence & Security Access To Finance Event
Date: 2 September 2026 Time: 8:30AM-10:30AM Location: Gowling LLP, Two Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6WR Defence and National Security doesn’t function without private capital. How the private sector is mobilising