Innovation Support to Operations Phase 3 — Next
Supports fast delivery of United Kingdom military-ready solutions through research partnerships focused on operational outcomes.
Innovation Support to Operations (ISO) Phase 3 is a fast-cycle procurement programme run by UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, funding near-ready innovations that address live UK military operational requirements. The programme issues multiple cycles per year in a quarterly cadence; Cycle 7 closed 12 May 2026, making Cycle 8 anticipated in approximately July–August …
Counter-UAS systems, one-way attack UAS, GNSS-denied navigation, long-range telemetry, maritime autonomous navigation, and maritime terminal guidance technologies addressing live UK military operational requirements.
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