Kromek, a tech firm based in County Durham, has secured a £2m contract with the Ministry of Defence through a competitive tender process.
- The company will provide nuclear radiation detectors and ancillary products, including the innovative D5 RIID and the Alpha Beta probe, within the current financial year.
- This contract highlights Kromek’s crucial role in supporting national defence initiatives, especially following their selection for the UK Government Resilience Framework.
- CEO Dr Arnab Basu expressed pride in securing the MOD contract, emphasising the strength and reliability of their technology solutions.
- Kromek’s recent achievements demonstrate its expanding influence in the national defence and resilience sectors.
Kromek, a technology firm located in NETPark, Sedgefield, has been awarded a significant £2m contract by the Ministry of Defence (MOD). The contract was won through a competitive tendering process, reflecting the strong confidence in Kromek’s innovative solutions. The company is set to supply nuclear radiation detectors along with additional ancillary products within the current financial year, which concludes in April 2025.
The provision will include the handheld gamma and neutron detector, known as D5 RIID. The firm will also supply its new Alpha Beta probe attachment, which enhances the D5 RIID’s capability by enabling detection of alpha and beta radiation. This equipment is designed for military deployment, underscoring its importance in reinforcing national defence efforts.
Dr Arnab Basu, the CEO of Kromek, highlighted the company’s delight in securing the contract, identifying the MOD as a strategic customer. Basu underscored the reliability and sophistication of Kromek’s technology, noting the Alpha Beta probe’s recent launch as a testament to Kromek’s advancement in the field.
This new agreement follows Kromek’s selection for the UK Government Resilience Framework earlier this year. The framework aims to fortify the UK’s resilience systems against potential risks, thereby enhancing public safety and security. Kromek’s D3M detector was recognised as the Personal Radiation Detector within this framework and has already been ordered by the Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service for integration into their detection systems.
Kromek’s recent contract with the MOD and inclusion in the UK Government Resilience Framework solidify its vital role in national safety and defence.
