Closing the gap between emerging threats and the capabilities our forces need is at the heart of what we do. As Chris Squier explains in this clip, WarDev accelerates prototyping and realistic trials, ensuring new concepts are tested, proven, and ready for deployment - all underpinned by a strong, resilient defence industrial base that allows the UK to respond quickly, at scale, and with credibility. This is exactly the kind of insight you’ll see in our film Innovating, Faster than the Speed of Threat. Through the voices of Roke’s senior leaders, the film explores how we integrate AI, cyber, and digital capabilities across land, sea, air, space and cyberspace to anticipate and outpace emerging threats - and why innovation at speed is mission critical. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eKRHJZei #WarDev #DefenceIndustrialStrategy
Roke
IT Services and IT Consulting
Romsey, Hampshire 18,325 followers
We're improving the world through innovation, bringing the physical & digital together to revolutionise industries.
About us
Roke is a leading UK innovator in science and engineering. For over 60 years we’ve been improving the world through innovation by combining the physical and digital in new ways. Our journey began in defence but as the decades have rolled on, we're also inventing and engineering technically advanced data and communication systems in national security and for Fortune 500 companies. From innovations in computer vision powering the autonomous landing of a drone at sea, to an artificial intelligence inspection system that drastically reduces aircraft turnaround times by autonomously inspecting jet turbines. Right through to the technology behind Hawk-Eye tracking the trajectory of balls in sport. It all began at Roke. Roke people are curious and unashamedly technical. That’s why we’ve fostered an environment where some of the world’s finest minds have the freedom, support and trust to succeed. Our team of 600+ engineers are uniquely placed to use their deep knowledge of sensors, communications, cyber and AI to combine and apply these technologies to keep people safe whilst unlocking value. Working closely with our customers we solve real world technical challenges and help deliver critical missions. As a trusted partner, we welcome any problem confident that our consulting, research, innovation and product development will help them revolutionise and improve their world. We’re proud to be part of the Chemring Group plc, providing us with complementary expertise, corporate strength and access to international markets for our world-leading intellectual property.
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http://www.roke.co.uk
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- Industry
- IT Services and IT Consulting
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Romsey, Hampshire
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1956
- Specialties
- Communications, Sensors, Research & Development, Product Development, Technology Consultancy, Electronic Engineering, Innovation, Data Science, Cyber Security, Digital Resilience, Information Security, and Software Engineering
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Romsey, Hampshire, GB
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Gloucester, GB
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London, GB
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Manchester, GB
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Air superiority is no longer a given. With drones now accessible to almost anyone, the threat has shifted — and every unit is in the air defence game. Discover why modular Counter-UAS systems are becoming mission-critical across all domains. Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/ejDmWTsB
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In his first week, Roke’s new Managing Director Marc Overton CB TD DL VR hit the ground running - meeting teams, customers, and partners, setting out his vision for the year ahead, and preparing to visit every Roke site across the UK. His mission is clear: advance our purpose, drive engineering excellence, and accelerate growth. Roke is proud to be a UK sovereign technology company - designing, building, and delivering right here in Britain to support our customers across defence, national security, and beyond. We are Roke. Trusted Mission Partner. Proudly British.
My first week as Managing Director has been inspiring, fast-paced, and focused on shaping Roke’s next chapter. I’ve met exceptional people from across the business and shared my plans for the months ahead. Looking, listening and learning what has struck me most so far is the shared pride in what Roke stands for - mission partner, engineering excellence, trusted delivery, and purpose-driven innovation. Together, we’ll build on these foundations to sharpen our focus, accelerate growth, and strengthen our position as a UK sovereign technology leader at a time when authenticity and national capability have never mattered more. Next week, I’ll continue to meet teams and customers across the country as we shape Roke’s next chapter - together.
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Tensions are rising in the High North - discover what it means for regional stability and operational safety in our latest report. Download here: https://lnkd.in/eFdAf96Z Russian fighter jets have violated Norwegian airspace three times this year - the first such incursions in over a decade. What might look like routine probing could, in fact, signal a shift in Moscow’s strategy and an increased willingness to test NATO’s northern boundaries. Using Roke’s Crucible® intelligence platform, we’ve generated a detailed Geopolitical Risk Report for Norway, providing verified, real-time intelligence to help decision-makers assess threat levels, plan operations, and safeguard assets. Inside this Report: ➡️Rapid, Actionable Intelligence: Country-level risk assessments generated in under three minutes - turning raw data into immediate decision support. ➡️Comprehensive Threat Monitoring: Live alerts tracking airspace violations, hybrid tactics, and political flashpoints - anticipate the next move, not just react to it. ➡️Customised, Decision-Ready Reports: Integrate your operational or commercial data for a tailored picture of exposure and impact. Stay informed. Stay ahead.
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At Roke, everything begins with mission focus. As Raj Dedi National Security Director, shares in our new film Innovating, Faster than the Speed of Threat, what unites our people is a shared commitment to impact - delivering the technologies, insight and pace our partners need to protect the UK’s safety and prosperity. That focus defines how we operate as a mission partner: embedded with our customers, solving complex challenges, and delivering trusted capabilities that make a tangible difference on the front line. Watch Raj’s clip below, then see the full film here: https://lnkd.in/eJkzxitE
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We’re onsite in Istanbul for NATO SHINE - the culmination of this year’s NATO Allied Command Transformation Innovation Continuum. Following our deployment of CORTEXA COMMAND at NATO GLOW in Portugal, we’re proud to continue our collaboration as part of this combined system demonstration. Over the coming days, CORTEXA COMMAND will once again showcase how multi-sensor fusion, and autonomous tasking can enhance situational awareness and decision-making in complex, multi-domain environments. As part of a broader network of Allied and industry partners, we’re contributing to the Continuum’s mission: accelerating the adoption of emerging and disruptive technologies to strengthen NATO’s operational capabilities. SHINE marks the experimentation and demonstration phase of the 2025 Innovation Continuum - bringing together nations, industry, and academia to explore how innovation can transform defence and enable faster, smarter operations across domains. Exciting week ahead - stay tuned for updates from the field. NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT)
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Our people are at the heart of everything we do - and our Living Wage Foundation accreditation is one way we’re showing it. By committing to the real Living Wage, we’re making sure that everyone who works with us is paid fairly for the value they bring. It’s about respect, inclusion, and creating an environment where our people can thrive. For us, this isn’t just about being a good employer - it’s also about being a strong partner. When our people thrive, we deliver better outcomes for our clients and communities too. We’re proud to stand alongside other accredited employers like Nationwide Building Society and KPMG UK who are leading the way in putting people first. Find out more about our EVP commitments here: https://lnkd.in/eaUDuej8 Making the extraordinary, everyday.
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How does Project ZODIAC evolve in real time, sharpening with every mission? Discover what makes it different here: https://lnkd.in/ehHZ3jgY
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How does ZODIAC compress the kill chain into one connected process? Tempo, precision, and survivability are only the beginning. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekARAWX4
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Change happens fast - and ZODIAC keeps pace. How did it add new capabilities mid-exercise without disruption? The answer lies in its design. Explore how: https://lnkd.in/e8552PAp