RUSI Future Maritime Operations Conference

6-7 July 2011 – RUSI, Whitehall, London

The RUSI Future Maritime Operations Conference was one of the first major public opportunities to discuss the role and contribution of the Royal Navy, following the Strategic Defence and Security Review.

Amongst the panel of prominent speakers over the two days were senior figures from the Ministry of Defence (MOD), industry and allies, who examined the utility of navies in an interconnected world, and in particular how the Royal Navy can continue to support international operations.

As part of Finmeccanica's sponsorship of this event, SELEX Systems Integration’s Executive Chairman, David Gould (formerly Chief Operating Officer at MOD DE&S), chaired RUSI's Academics' Breakfast Briefing at the conference on 7 July. Building upon the conference theme of 'The Utility of Navies in an Interconnected World'', the breakfast focussed on 'Innovation and Integration to deliver Effective Navies in an Interconnected World'.

In addition, Finmeccanica UK’s Vice President Strategic Marketing, Sir Brian Burridge KCB CBE, was a panellist alongside Rear Admiral Peter Hudson CBE, Chief of Staff (Capability), Royal Navy, discussing “What Level of Maritime Warfighting Capability Might be Required for the Future Navy 2025?”.