Land Domain Defence Consultancy

We deliver expertise and experience-driven solutions to address the world's most intricate defence and security challenges.

Specialising in the land domain, our strategic consultancy services are designed to enhance defence capabilities effectively and efficiently, tailored to the unique needs of governments and military clients worldwide.

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Comprehensive Support for Defence Operations - Our approach to supporting defence capabilities encompasses a spectrum of platforms, systems, equipment, and services.
Energy Security as National Security Cornerstone - Recognising that energy security is a cornerstone of national defence, UDSS provides strategic advisory services to shape international energy policies, defend national interests, and tackle environmental challenges. With a strategic focus on leadership, international cooperation, and commercial engagement, we empower our clients to secure a prosperous future powered by stable energy resources.
Your Strategic Defence Partner - UDSS is poised to assist in regions facing acute security challenges, such as the Mediterranean, North Africa, Eastern Europe, and the Saudi Peninsula.
Beyond Military Defence: A Multifaceted Strategy - We integrate the principles of good governance, robust commercial and international engagement, infrastructure resilience, and economic vigour to formulate and implement strategies that foster stable, secure, and prosperous societies.
Reinforcing Domestic Security and Rule of Law - The role of domestic security organisations is pivotal in maintaining a nation's integrity and adherence to international norms. We offer training and organisational enhancement to promote professionalism. Our efforts contribute to stronger border security, reduced corruption, effective trafficking combat, and a solid respect for human rights and the rule of law.

National Security and Rule of Law

Download Your Essential Guide to National Security and Rule of Law from UDSS

At Universal Defence and Security Solutions (UDSS), we stand at the forefront of defence and security innovation, shaping military thinking and policy with our extensive network across UK government, NATO, and international allies. With a rich reservoir of expertise from top NATO countries, including the US, Canada, Australia, and France, we offer unparalleled insights into global defence strategies and the rule of law.

Our guide provides an in-depth look into how UDSS's comprehensive military and policing expertise operates seamlessly across various domains and environments. Whether you want to strengthen national security, enhance rule of law, or explore cutting-edge military policies, our guide is your first step towards comprehensive support.

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Meet Our Experts

Sir Mark Poffley KCB OBE UDSS Director

Mark was Deputy to the Head of the British Army and led the Royal Logistic Corps. He has a reputation for insight, vision and counsel at the highest levels of UK military and political decision-making.

He has extensive operational experience as both a planner and field logistician and he most recently served as the Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff leading the UK MOD’s strategic BOI and force design teams. Overseeing a budget of £38 billion, he was responsible for the coherence of the UK’s defence portfolio including the most sensitive strategic capability programmes. Previously, he was the Deputy to the head of the British Army and led the Royal Logistic Corps.

David Shouesmith UDSS DIRECTOR

David Shouesmith was formerly ACDS (Logistic Operations) in the UK MoD. He has extensive experience in operational military logistics and support acquisition in both the MoD and commercial sector.

His 28-year military career included service as ACDS (Logistic Operations) in the UK MoD and logistic command on operations from squadron to brigade level, from Bosnia to Afghanistan. He was also pivotal to many support transformation initiatives across Defence, in the land and joint domains, involving greater industry roles in delivering defence support. Since leaving the Army he has worked for large and small consultancies, advising commercial clients in a variety of sectors in strategy, critical programme management and strategic supply chain. David was the founding chairman of the Royal Logistic Corps Foundation, served as a colonel commandant of the Royal Logistic Corps for 15 years and is currently chairman of the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum Trust.

GENERAL SIR RICHARD BARRONS KCB CBE UDSS CO-CHAIRMAN

Richard was formerly Commander of the Joint Forces Command, one of the six chiefs of staff of the British Armed Forces.

His military career spanned the final decade of the Cold War and leadership from captain to general in military operations in Bosnia, Kosovo, Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan - often as part of US-led coalitions and in NATO. He is a Distinguished Fellow at RUSI and a Visiting Senior Fellow at LSE IDEAS.

He is the founder and co-chair of Universal Defense & Security Solutions, a company that leverages the expertise of former Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and Ministry of Defense personnel worldwide.

General Sir Richard Lawson Barrons is a sought-after advisor and commentator on leadership, defence and security, and President of the Victory Services Club.