In an exciting development within the obsolescence, engineering and defence sectors, UKC Group has officially launched. Bringing together a unique group of specialised subsidiaries, UKC Group offers comprehensive solutions to businesses and government organizations.

UKC Group

With a strategic focus on addressing engineering challenges, obsolescence, and legacy system requirements, UKC Group aims to fill a crucial gap in the market, providing tailored support across various industries, including OEMs, CEMs, MRO companies, defence organizations, government bodies, and commercial manufacturing businesses.

“Our mission at UKC Group is to be the go-to partner for businesses and government bodies facing the difficulties of obsolescence, aging infrastructure, and engineering support,” said Pete Lambert, UKC Group’s Commercial Director. “By uniting our expertise across various domains, we provide our clients with a reliable, long-term partner capable of solving the toughest challenges in their industries.”

Subsidiaries of UKC Group

UKC Group is built on a foundation of well-established companies, each with a proven track record of delivering specialized services to a range of sectors.

• BSL Express Components Ltd – Focused on fast-tracked component delivery and approved to supply and manufacture over 16,300 NATO/NSN part numbers. BSL Express provides high-speed sourcing and distribution services.
• CVC Components Ltd – A stockist and distributer of electronic components, specialising in sourcing hard-to-find, obsolete, and legacy parts. CVC offers over 100 million physical components in stock combined with sourcing and reverse engineering expertise.
• Defence Support International Ltd – A specialist in defence logistics and support. Defence Support delivers solutions that meet the stringent requirements of military and government clients, such as minefield marking kits. The company has extensive experience in managing the lifecycle of defence equipment, ensuring that operational capabilities are maintained despite technological obsolescence.
• FEL Avionics Ltd – Catering specifically to the radar, aerospace and defence sectors, FEL Avionics offers avionics and radar support services including testing of Travelling Wave Tubes (TWT). The company provides maintenance, repair, and upgrade services for a variety of avionics systems. These ensure aircraft and ground based equipment remain operational and compliant with the latest technological standards.

Aerospace Precision Engineering

The UKC Group has made a significant acquisition in 2024, welcoming Electropak Ltd into the fold. Electropak is recognized for its precision engineering and manufacturing services, include bespoke busbars offered to Aerospace manufacturers and F1 Motorsport teams. It offers bespoke machined solutions, sheet metal fabrication, assembly and painting that complement UKC Group’s mission to support legacy systems and navigate obsolescence challenges.

Speaking on the acquisition, Matthew Lambert, Managing Director of Electropak, shared his thoughts on joining UKC Group: “We are thrilled to be joining UKC Group at such a pivotal time. Electropak has always prided itself on delivering precision engineering to the highest standards, and this partnership allows us to bring even more value to our clients. By becoming part of a larger network, we are better equipped to innovate and expand our capabilities, while continuing to offer the reliability and quality that our customers have come to expect. Together with UKC Group, we look forward to shaping the future of engineering and obsolescence management.”

Vertical Integration within Obsolescence

The launch of UKC Group represents the arrival of a fully integrated service provider capable of offering end-to-end solutions. The group’s unique combination of stockist holding over 100 million components, component sourcing, avionics expertise, defence logistics, and precision engineering ensures that it can address the full spectrum of challenges faced by modern engineering and manufacturing companies.

In sectors like aerospace, medical, energy and critical manufacturing, where equipment and components can be in service for decades, UKC Group’s expertise in managing outdated or obsolete technology is invaluable. The group’s focus on lifecycle management ensures that equipment remains operational, compliant, and efficient over time, even when OEMs or CEMs no longer support legacy systems.

Looking Ahead

The company’s holistic approach positions it as a vital partner for those seeking robust, future-proof solutions to their engineering and obsolescence needs. “The formation of UKC Group is a transformative step in meeting the evolving needs of our clients.” said Imran Khan, UKC Groups co-founder. “By uniting our subsidiaries, we can offer an unmatched depth of expertise and a comprehensive solution for obsolescence management, component sourcing, and high-reliability engineering. Our recent acquisition of Electropak strengthens our offering. This allows us to provide the engineering and defence industries with tailored solutions that address both current challenges and future demands.”

Conclusion

UKC Group’s launch marks the beginning of a new chapter in engineering and legacy system support. Through its subsidiaries the group is poised to deliver comprehensive, cutting-edge solutions to organizations across the globe. As industries continue to grapple with technological evolution and obsolescence, UKC Group’s expertise and integrated service offerings will undoubtedly play a crucial role in keeping critical systems operational and efficient.

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