Every day of the year, across the entire UK Defence training estate, our service personnel undertake rigorous, complex and demanding training designed to prepare them for the demands of modern operations. This training is essential to maintaining the readiness of …
The Sanctuary Awards celebrates biodiversity, conservation and energy efficiency projects across the defence estate. Learn more about the 2018 winners and runners up and how they are promoting these issues.
Col Will Marshall of the US Air Force explains the importance of working together with DIO as we work to provide new infrastructure for the US Air Forces new F-35As at RAF Lakenheath.
Maj Udai Gurung tells us how he and a group of dedicated volunteers are working to protect a rare moth on Fingringhoe Ranges in Essex.
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DIOs Commercial Director explains our new Procurement Plan and how we will be using it for our £15.8 billion of planned spending on construction and infrastructure over the next five financial years.
We’ve just awarded a £23 million contract for resurfacing the runway at RAF Northolt and some associated works to Lagan Aviation and Infrastructure. I’m DIO’s project manager for the work. The work will upgrade the existing runway, improve its drainage and …
Salisbury Plain is not only one of the military’s top training areas, it is also rich in wildlife and archaeological wonders. Read on to find out more from a DIO ecologist.
Read about the successful upgrade of RAF Akrotiri’s main electricity supply and intake sub-station, vital to support ongoing operations.
Dickie Bennett, a retired Royal Marines Commando, explains his relationship with Operation Nightingale and how it has changed his life.
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Did you know the MOD has foresters on staff? Given that the defence estate includes 18,000 hectares of woodland, its a vital job.
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Hi, I’m Gerry O’Toole and I am DIO’s Business Manager for the British Army Training Unit Suffield, also known as BATUS. It’s an enormous area of land in Alberta, Canada, where the British military can practise huge exercises. You may …