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We're a responsible business that operates ethically, safely, securely and in line with our sustainability agenda. We’re playing our part in contributing to a more secure and resilient world through developing some of the world’s most advanced defence, aerospace and security solutions that keep citizens, countries and critical infrastructure safe.

We’ve made good progress in several areas, including reducing operational greenhouse gas emissions, increasing resource efficiencies, contributing to our local communities and working with suppliers on carbon emissions reduction.

We take pride in partnering and collaborating with our employees, customers, partners, suppliers and communities to continuously improve, learn and evolve.

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People and culture

Our ambition is to be a leading employer that can attract and develop a wide range of talent needed to deliver high levels of innovation and operational excellence to our customers. We’re committed to investing in the skills of our current and future workforce, striving to keep our people safe and well, and creating an inclusive culture where our employees are respected and valued.

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Supporting our communities

We’re committed to having a positive impact on the communities where we operate, developing a robust STEM talent pipeline through education outreach and supporting our armed forces community who bravely protect us.

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Climate and environment

We’re working hard to reduce the impact of our activities and adapt to the changing environment, including reducing operational emissions and building energy resilience. We are also focused on actively reducing waste and how we protect natural habitats in and around our sites.

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Responsible business

We’re committed to conducting business responsibly and doing our part to create and secure a resilient future.

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Sustainability reporting

Our approach to reporting is driven by the issues we consider to be most material to our business.

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