The first quarter of this year makes one thing clear. The defence sector is moving and the relevance and opportunities to contribute for Dutch and European companies are growing rapidly, for established and also cross-sectoral new players the opportunities are there for the long run. Drawing on our work in the field, our CEO Michel […]
How do you ensure that naval vessels designed today remain operationally relevant in twenty or thirty years’ time? That question was central to an exploratory study carried out by Unified International on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. The study focused on the integration of (future) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) on board naval vessels – […]
After a long career within Defence, Willem now brings his experience to Unified International. Where he previously operated from within government, he now works at the intersection of Defence, industry and private partners. With both operational and governance experience, he helps organisations translate complex challenges into practical solutions. We spoke with him about his motivation, […]
After a 40-year career in defence, Marco Kievit has joined Unified International to continue contributing to the sector from a new perspective. Drawing on extensive experience in international aviation programmes and operational and diplomatic roles, he now supports defence organisations and industry partners in working together more effectively in a rapidly evolving security environment. […]
At the intersection of innovation, strategy and collaboration, Hein brings a unique mix of technical insight and business acumen to Unified International. With a background in Business Administration and Change Management and experience spanning energy, high-tech and climate innovation, he now applies his expertise to strengthen national and European defence capabilities. Driven by curiosity and […]
Earlier this year, Reiger Suspension, known for its expertise in high-performance automotive systems, embarked on a new journey into the defence sector with support from Unified International. This collaboration reflects the capability of the Dutch manufacturing industry contributing to Europe as well as NATO, combining technical excellence and strategic vision to meet defence requirements. By […]
Hydrogen refuelling in aviation isn’t just a logistical hurdle, it’s an engineering puzzle layered with fluid dynamics, cryogenics and data systems. What began as a continuation of earlier research into refuelling procedures quickly evolved into something far more unexpected. Starting with a focus on real-time monitoring between aircraft and ground systems, our intern Julian Winterdal […]
Working with classified defence information? Since October 1, 2019, ABDO 2019 compliance isn’t optional, it’s essential. Unified International helps your organisation meet every requirement, from security planning to audit readiness, together with your IT partner or a trusted IT partner we can recommend. 5 Things You Must Know About ABDO 2019 ABDO 2019 […]
As aviation strives toward net-zero emissions, hydrogen, eSAF, and electric flight are emerging as key solutions. But innovation alone isn’t enough scalable infrastructure is essential. The industry faces a classic Catch-22: aircraft development, infrastructure investment, and supply chain readiness all depend on each other, delaying progress. Hydrogen-powered aircraft require robust refueling networks. eSAF production must […]
A month ago, Christiaan Huizenga joined our team as a junior consultant, bringing with him a sharp strategic mind, a passion for simplifying complexity and hands-on experience in the defence and aerospace domain. His background in multidisciplinary research and his drive to create real-world impact make him a perfect fit for our mission: delivering smart, […]