Solid State PLC

Solid State Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Brown as Chief Sales Officer – USA Operations (CSO – USA Ops). In this role, Stephen will lead the company’s efforts to enhance its sales approach and customer engagement model in the USA, focusing on expanding market presence and strengthening industry partnerships. With a proven track record in sales leadership, business growth, and strategic planning, Stephen brings deep expertise in building high-performing teams and driving measurable success. His leadership will be instrumental in positioning Solid State Group for sustained growth and innovation. “We are thrilled to welcome Stephen Brown as our new Chief Sales Officer, for our USA operations” said John Macmichael, Executive Director at Solid State Group, PLC. “His extensive experience and strategic vision will accelerate our efforts to strengthen customer relationships, optimize our market approach, and expand our sales capabilities.” Key Strategic Initiatives Under Brown’s Leadership: - Strengthening the Go-to-Market Strategy – Leveraging Solid State Group’s broad portfolio of solutions to deliver tailored, high-impact offerings that drive measurable success. - Enhancing Collaboration – Deepening partnerships with technical experts across the business to provide comprehensive, customer-centric solutions. - Expanding the Sales Team – Growing the sales organization by adding industry experts with vertical market knowledge, allowing for deeper customer engagement and accelerated growth. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Solid State Group’s commitment to market leadership and customer excellence. With Brown at the helm of our sales strategy, the company is poised to strengthen its competitive position and drive long-term success in the USA. Full press release: https://lnkd.in/eUQbDYHV Steatite Limited Custom Power Active Silicon Solsta

Solid State plc is delighted to announce the receipt of a $25m order for communications equipment under a prominent defence order programme, to be delivered in the next financial year ending 31 March 2026 (FY25/26). Read more details: https://lnkd.in/ecPfKP49   #Electronics #Technology #Engineering #Defence #Defense #DefenceTech #ContractWin

The government announcements in respect of SME’s in the defence supply chain is a very welcome and encouraging commitment. This is important for Solid State PLC providing confidence which underpins our continued investment to enhance our engineering & technology capabilities, as well as our production capacity. This is critical in enabling us to deliver for our prime customers as a valued and trusted supply partner as well as meeting the needs of our direct defence customers.

This year’s #WorldEngineeringDay celebrates the theme: “Unleashing the Power of Engineers to Advance the Sustainable Development Goals.” As well as applauding the vital role engineers play in driving #sustainability, it’s also a reminder to inspire the next generation to step up and shape a more sustainable future. The whole Solid State Group is committed to sustainability and aims to work in alignment with the 17 United Nations Sustainability Goals. Find out more about our #ESG pledges: https://lnkd.in/ePP8zk_f #Engineers #Engineering #WED2025 

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We are proud to announce a new distribution partnership with Smiths Interconnect to provide embedded transceivers and transceiver modules for advanced interconnect-based solutions.  These products are targeting high-reliability interconnects where high data rate communication links, low size, weight, and power (SWaP) are required, as well as ruggedness and radiation resistance applications for defence, space, commercial aerospace, and industrial applications. The range represents an excellent addition to our communications portfolio. Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of electronic components, subsystems, microwave, optical and radio frequency products, and a business of Smiths Group plc. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/eE3NGivu

Today we will pause to honour the courage and dedication of those who have selflessly served their countries. Let us always remember their commitment and sacrifice. As an employer, we are deeply proud to support members of the Armed Forces – past and present – and their families, recognising the invaluable contributions they bring to both our business and our country. Our commitment is underscored by our pledge to uphold the Armed Forces Covenant, which you can learn more about here: https://lnkd.in/eui5uybD #ArmedForces #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget 

Solid State PLC (AIM:#SOLI) Trading Update 🔋 📈 Trading in line with FY expectations 💪 Robust H1 & H2 outlook positive 💸 Began H2 with close to £77m orderbook (65% billable this FY) 💰 Return to historic order patterns 📑 Efficient conversion of orders➡billings Gary Marsh, Chief Executive Officer, said: "Whilst trading in the first half has been particularly challenging and we expect to see this continuing through the second half in some of our markets, our most recent order intake was stronger than any month this year and we believe there are further opportunities in security and defence which can deliver a much stronger second half. Furthermore, post the Period-end, we have made two small but strategically important acquisitions which will help to drive our mid-term strategic goals in both divisions. The board is maintaining unchanged market guidance." https://lnkd.in/e5DrVvYs

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve acquired long-term partner, Q-Par Antennas USA. Q-Par, based in San Diego, California, will become part of the Antenna Business Unit of our Systems division, Steatite Limited. The acquisition ensures security of distribution in the US market and approved supplier status for key US defence and security prime contractors. Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eVe2sPU5 #MergersAndAcquisitions #Antenna #Antennas #AntennaDesign #RFengineering #RFantenna #Growth

Our Power business unit, Custom Power, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded two significant contracts with a combined value of $5.1m from two leading defence prime contractors for #BatteryPacks to be used in the US #defence sector. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eyg3GMDt #Battery #Batteries #CustomBattery #BatteryDesign #MilitaryBattery #ContractWin