Renewed defence spending draws British naval procurement firm to Halifax

A British firm that specializes in defence procurement for the Royal Navy has opened an office in Halifax, citing Canada's renewed focus on defence spending as a key reason. The report notes that Atlantic Canada's defence industry is building momentum after Ottawa pledged to increase defence spending. Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association CEO Victoria Belbin says the region hosts a large share of Canada's defence assets and that companies from other sectors are entering the defence market. Global News reporter Heidi Petracek explains what has brought attention to the East Coast. The video is provided by Global News.

• A British defence procurement firm for the Royal Navy has set up in Halifax
• Ottawa's pledge to increase defence spending is driving activity in Atlantic Canada
• Victoria Belbin, CEO of Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association, comments on the region's defence assets
• Reporter Heidi Petracek explains the focus on the East Coast

A British firm specializing in defence procurement for the Royal Navy has set up shop in Halifax, crediting Canada’s renewed focus on defence as a big reason for the move. Atlantic Canada’s defence industry is focused on building momentum in the wake of Ottawa’s pledge to increase defence spending. “We have 40 per cent of Canada's defense assets here, so we've got Canadian forces here; land, sea and air. We have companies that have already proven technologies working in other sectors who have found their way into the defence market.” Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association CEO Victoria Belbin said. Heidi Petracek explains what has put the focus on the East Coast. For more info, please go to: https://globalnews.ca/news/12091005/halifax-hosting-defence-firms-at-record-breaking-conference-amid-protests/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews