Defence Support

Our defence support division, based in Cheltenham, has highly skilled staff providing systems and equipment support services to the UK MoD and Prime contractors

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with CDS who have demonstrated excellent cooperation and teamwork that has shown what can be achieved through a true spirit of partnership.

A Ministry of Defence client

CDS’s Defence Support division is a leading supplier of Technical Documentation, Integrated Logistics Support, Safety and Environmental Management Systems, Training Services, Safety Consultancy and Information Assurance to defence and commercial sectors in the UK and abroad.

Operating from Government approved secure premises, our team of industry and ex-military engineers has extensive experience of providing support to technical systems and equipment.

Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are able to provide tailored solutions to suit any supportability requirement. Using their experience and knowledge, they can provide solutions that are both cost-effective and appropriate in meeting your needs.

With over 50 years’ experience, CDS’s Defence Support division is well-respected and considered specialist within the industry.

CDS conforms to all recognised military and commercial standards including:

  • ASD S1000D, S2000M, S3000L, S4000M and S5000F
  • DEF STAN 00-600, 00-44, 00-55, 00-56
  • JSPs 543(D), 886, 180 Series, 430, 440, 480, 520, 454, 815 and 822
  • AESP 0100-P Series
  • AVP70
  • NES 40
  • ATA iSpec 2200
  • ASD-STE100
  • DITA
  • SEMI

CDS is certified:

  • ISO 9001:2008
  • ISO 27001:2005
  • OHSAS 18001:2007
  • ISO 14001:2004
  • BS 10008:2008
  • ISO 20000-1:2011
  • MCERTS