How do you build a Navy for a world that’s changing faster than ever? In this exclusive sit-down at the Combined Naval Event, Vice Admiral Paul Marshall (Director General, Options and Commissioning, DE&S) reveals how the Royal Navy is tearing up the old playbook ditching rigid specs, throwing open the doors to innovation, and pushing for next-gen autonomy.
From shipbuilding breakthroughs to the global drivers behind the Navy’s 2040 vision, discover how agile partnerships with industry and a relentless focus on future-proofing are shaping the frontline of tomorrow’s Royal Navy. Whether you’re in the sector or just curious how modern militaries actually adapt, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.