RNN Group Secures Major Defence Technical Excellence College Bid in Partnership with UK Government
RNN Group is proud to announce that it has successfully secured a major national defence technology bid, in partnership with the UK Government, to establish a new Defence Technical Excellence College (DTEC).
The initiative is being delivered in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Education.
This landmark achievement positions RNN Group at the forefront of strengthening the UK’s defence skills pipeline, supporting the development of advanced technical capabilities critical to national security and economic resilience.
The DTEC will focus on delivering high-quality education and training in key areas including:
- Digital Technologies
- Advanced Manufacturing
These programmes will directly support the evolving needs of the UK defence sector and its supply chains, aligning with the ambitions of the UK’s Defence Industrial Strategy.
A Strategic Milestone for Skills, Defence and South Yorkshire
RNN Group, a leading further and higher education provider spanning South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire, has long been committed to delivering industry-aligned technical education. The successful bid reflects the Group’s strong track record in employer engagement and its growing role in higher technical education and training.
The new initiative will:
- Create clear pathways into defence careers
- Strengthen regional and national skills capacity
- Support innovation in defence-related technologies
- Enhance collaboration between education providers, industry, and government
Regional and National Impact
Located within the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) region and the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) region, the DTEC will build on the area’s strengths in advanced manufacturing – recognised as a critical enabler of the UK defence sector.
By working closely with employers and partners, RNN Group will help develop a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting the long-term needs of defence industries across the UK.
Jason Austin, CEO & Principal, RNN Group commented,
“This is a significant moment for RNN Group and for the regions we serve; securing this bid demonstrates our commitment to supporting the UK’s defence Industrial Strategy through the provision of high-quality technical education.
“We are proud to work alongside the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Education to deliver a step change in how defence skills are developed.
“By collaborating closely with SYMCA and EMCCA and our local educational partners and institutions, we are ensuring the development of high-level skills in this area.”
Strengthening Collaboration
This success builds on RNN Group’s work regionally in collaboration with universities, industry leaders, and government partners working at the cutting edge of defence education and innovation.
For more information on RNN Group please visit: https://www.rnngroup.co.uk/.