The Chief of Defence Logistics and Support (CDLS), Vice Admiral Sir Andy Kyte, has announced the individuals and teams recognised in the CDLS Industry Commendations 2026, according to a Ministry of Defence news story published on 3 September 2026. The commendations recognise commitment and dedication to the delivery and improvement of support to the front line.

Team recipients include the Xpedite Through Life Support Availability Management Team, Project One Team, the Submarine Delivery Agency Submarine Maintenance Recovery Plan Inventory Management team, and the QinetiQ Weapons team. Individual recipients are Mike Allen of Kuehne + Nagel, Dr Ross Trepleton of The Manufacturing Technology Centre, Steven Catt of Thales, Lochlann Traves-Thomson and Ben McIlwraith of Leidos, and Andrew Barker of Taylor Construction Plant Group.

Kyte said industry partners play a vital role in supporting defence warfighting readiness, and that the commendations highlight the innovation, collaboration and professionalism underlying that relationship. He said he looked forward to presenting the awards in person later in the year; the ministry said recipients will be formally awarded their commendations later in the year.