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news Support at the firing line Ian Banks and Rodger Suffolk working on an L81 rifle Phil Stockton and Rodger Suffolk working on an L81 rifle Following the event, David told Digest, “Having competed myself in competition, I was very impressed with the scores the winning teams achieved. The DSG Light Weapons team has amassed a great deal of expertise and experience throughout the years and is fully competent with all aspects of the firearms so to have support on site is really useful to ensure that the firearms are kept not only in pristine condition but are safe for use. The event was a great success and it gave me the opportunity of meeting with the customer community to discuss our current contract support and future opportunities where DSG can deliver best value to defence.” A Light Weapons team from DSG Donnington recently attended the single service and combined cadet forces live firing annual shooting competition in Bisley. Attendance at the competition is part of the user level maintenance support provided by the DSG Donnington Armoury team. Since 2003, the team has managed the L81 A2 Cadet Rifle contract on behalf of the Light Weapons, Photographic and Batteries Project team and continues doing so until its out of service date in 2015. The contract covers logistical support; procurement of spares and consumables; annual inspection; technical support and advice; maintenance and certification of some 3000 L81 A2 rifles in over 200 units across the country. Headed up by Light Weapons business manager, Alex Moore and Light Weapons Account manager, Richard Oldham, the other DSG representation at Bisley included support from Rodger Suffolk, Phil Stockton, Ian Banks, Ian Heighway and Steve Downes. The team was located in Bunhill Lodge, a prime area within the range, as well as a mobile support team. Inundated with work and under the watchful eyes of the customer, the team provided impartial advice to the cadets on how to rectify issues with their rifles as well as completing over 480 hours of repairs and maintenance to the rifles and sight assembly during a 12 hour day, 7 days a week period for three weeks. The team and DSG Commercial Director, David Morgan also hosted a visit by The Adjutant General, Lieutenant General Mark Mans. He appeared clearly impressed with DSG’s supporting role in the competition and during his visit he also had the opportunity of understanding DSG’s small arms capability and role in support of the Armed Forces. Lieutenant General Mark Mans and David Morgan concluded the event by presenting awards at the prize giving ceremony, with 126 City of Derby Squadron Air Training Corps winning the DSG sponsored Single Service trophy award. Whilst, Gresham School Combined Cadet Force all individually received the DSG sponsored medals for winning the Combined Service category. Cadets firing on the range The event was a great success and it gave me the opportunity of meeting with the customer community to discuss our current contract support and future opportunities where DSG can deliver best value to defence. “ ” 4 <strong>DIGEST</strong> October/November 2011 www.dsg.mod.uk
news News from DSG Bastion L-R, Paul Williams and Kev Foster Steve Faulkner, Head of Production, brings us the latest update from Camp Bastion. In July, DSG Bastion delivered the best single month saving to date to MOD and output exceeded expectation. In total the workshop regenerated 61 platforms, consisting mainly of protected mobility platforms. We commend the employees for their efforts, commitment and positive spirit in delivering a great month. Many of the supporting functions responsible for managing availability of spares, platforms and facilities delivered key improvements, which enabled regeneration work to progress significantly. There were some important visitors to the workshop recently, notably, at the beginning of August, Commander Bastion Joint Operating Base visited and in mid August we hosted a very successful visit from six One Star Officers, headed by Commodore Mike Bath, ACOS J1/J4. The variety of platforms regenerated by DSG Bastion is ever increasing. The latest additions include Protected Plant. The first outputs came off the line in August and the variants included; Rough Terrain Container Handling (RTCH), Rough Terrain Fork Lift and the CAT 257, 434 and 938. Having undergone extensive training on RTCH, Steve Campbell from Stirling and Dave Pearce from St Athan have joined the team in Bastion, bringing their wealth of expertise on the equipment. On their arrival, the temperature was into the high 40s and over the weeks it has now reached over 50 degrees. In September, our Military Contract Monitoring Officers, Major Mike Tizzard and WO1 (ASM) Adam Batson left for pastures new. We thank both Mike and Adam for their assistance, support and guidance during their tenure and we wish Competitors in the moustache growing competition them all the very best in their respective futures. Kev Foster organised a moustache growing competition and raised $450 for charity. Over twenty guys grew moustaches of varying shapes, styles and colours. Karen Walker presented the winner’s trophy to Tony Hunt. Another fund raising effort came from Paul Williams who produced a Herrick 13/14 tour CD comprising of video footage and photographs. Paul’s creative talent also raised $450. The total sum of $900 was donated to the British Limbless Ex Servicemens' Association. Looking ahead, the workshop is expecting the arrival of the first HUSKY platform for regeneration, followed by WOLFHOUND. These additional platforms further increase the portfolio of the regeneration operation, enhancing DSG’s already excellent reputation in theatre. Husky vehicle for regeneration www.dsg.mod.uk October/November 2011 <strong>DIGEST</strong> 5
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