Staff from the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) have been recognised for their achievements with an award within the King’s Birthday Honours and commendations by the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff (VCDS).
Nicholas Goddard, a principal scientist specialising in underwater techniques, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). Nicolas works on present and future era submarines and is closely concerned with worldwide analysis and growth.
Nicholas stated:
It is a superb delight, honour and certainly shock to be thought of for this award. I’d to thank all those that have made this potential all through my profession.
The VCDS recommended Nick Barrett and one other Dstl worker for their contributions to Defence. Nick makes use of the information, expertise and expertise he gained from the myriad roles and operational deployments over a 30 yr Defence science profession to offer technical management, mentoring and oversight to Dstl employees at the moment deployed on and supporting operations.
The Dstl BRAKESTOP workforce gained a VCDS workforce award for their contribution to the UK’s first floor‑launched cruise missile trial in over three many years. This landmark achievement has accelerated understanding and considerably superior nationwide Defence functionality. The Dstl workforce have demonstrated an exemplary mix of technical mastery, collaboration and innovation whereas responding to operational urgency.
The Dstl Chemical Analysis and Attribution Team & Sense Analysis and Attribution Team was additionally recognised by the VCDS for their vital help to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Additionally, the Cyber & Specialist Operations Command, Deputy Commander (3*) Team Commendation has been awarded to the Dstl Chemical Biological and Radiological (CBR) Programme workforce who play a pivotal function in delivering the coaching and experience required to help Defence’s Counter-CBRN capabilities.
Dstl Chief Executive, Dr Paul Hollinshead, stated:
Science and expertise has an important function within the conserving the UK protected and I’m immensely happy with our colleagues who’ve made – and proceed to make – an actual impression for Defence.
All are worthy recipients of the King’s Birthday Honours and VCDS Awards and show the depth and breadth of experience Dstl offers to our armed forces.