Making your mark in the Defence sector is not an easy task but with a strategic approach, Ruddy Nice creates opportunities and offers expert guidance to their clients and community to collaborate and connect, which offers real results for all community members.
I/ITSEC 2024 sees further expansion of the Ruddy Nice International Pavilion that has brought together both larger and small companies that either would not have the opportunity to exhibit or have chosen to be on the stand as a collaborative showcase of the best of talent from around the world.
Those making their I/ITSEC debut with us are The Studio, SGSCE, CreoPlan, AVRT and the Department for Business and Trade with Soldiers on a Stand.
Returning to the exhibit hall are Matrix Pro Sims, Mission Decisions, Aditerna, LuxCarta, Calian, Sim Front, Fight Club International, Vigilante, ETSA and XR 2 Lead.
The DSET community is growing year on year - 2024 saw 1700+ Attendees; 450+ Organisations; 44 Nations Represented; and 70% Military Participants. The growing success of DSET is enabling us to bring that talent and capability to a global audience.
After the success of the Wargaming Festival at DSET for the past 2 years, it was back in 2024 and bigger than ever - 3 whole days of all things Wargaming! Bringing specialists together to showcase the value of it to Defence.
Wargaming is a strong part of the Pavilion this year, with capability from Fight Club, XR 2 Lead, and Matrix Pro Sims. Along with Tess Butler presenting at the I/ITSEC Innovation Showcase on Tuesday 3rd December with her Wargaming PhD research.
Data Management, exploitation and enhanced AI analysis are growing challenges for our sector and to address these and more are Mission Decisions and Aditerna.
If it’s the delivery of critical infrastructure to your simulation solutions like Terrain, then look no further than LuxCarta which is exploring the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in military strategy.
Couple that with Vigilante, who is leading the revolution in modelling and simulation by enabling affordable training for those who serve in difficult and dynamic environments, whilst unlocking the full potential of simulation training with high-fidelity content.
Calian Defence offers a suite of services, globally providing innovative defence solutions, including military training and simulation (MTS), health services, advanced manufacturing, secure communications and connectivity, digital transformation and cybersecurity.
For an immersive experience, AVRT is delivering the art of the impossible with fully free-roam and wireless technology that can be used anywhere, anytime.
Ruddy Nice Ltd, was founded in 2010 to deliver marketing, PR, and business development consultancy in Defence, with a focus on Simulation, Education, Technology, Innovation and Wargaming.
2015 saw the expansion of the Ruddy Nice client base and delivering high quality, relevant events for the military, industry and academia in the MS&T sector. This led to the first DSET conference in 2016 and has grown year on year consistently to provide a community for collaboration and engagement throughout the year.
DSET Intern Programme - placements for students or young workforce. Students who attended DSET won job roles across the Military Training and Simulation industry.
In 2023, we proudly launched the Serious Games Showcase and Challenge Europe (SGSCE), bringing emerging GameDev talent into the industry. This exciting competition was designed to give European organizations a platform to showcase their groundbreaking work in gaming and gain recognition on a global stage.
For 2024, we are thrilled to announce this year’s finalists and award winners:
Blueflame Digital with their game Wings-101, a cutting-edge simulation game that challenges players to master aerial tactics in complex environments.
As the overall Champion of SGSCE at DSET 2024, Blueflame Digital with their game Wings-101 will be a finalist at the I/ITSEC 2024 SGS&C pavilion — don’t miss the opportunity to check out their game and engage with the brightest minds in the serious gaming industry.
Staffordshire University with their game Jungle Runner, a fast-paced adventure that emphasizes strategic thinking and resource management in jungle terrain.
Wilson Center with their game The Plastic Pipeline, a serious game focused on educating players about the environmental impact of plastic waste.
DT Squad with their game SimPACE, an interactive simulation tool that provides practical insights for professional development in project management and leadership.
RBSL Students with their game Challenger 3 Gunnery Experience, an immersive experience that puts players in the seat of a Challenger 3 tank to understand the intricacies of modern gunnery operations.
1. Blueflame Digital – Wings-101
2. Staffordshire University – Jungle Runner
3. Wilson Center – The Plastic Pipeline
4. DT Squad – SimPACE
5. RBSL Students – Challenger 3 Gunnery Experience
6. Mission Decisions – AI Quizmaster
7. Wilson Center – AI’s Anatomy
8. Staffordshire University – Aim Trainer
9. Trier University of Applied Sciences – Brain-Row
10. Matrix Games – Command: Professional Edition
11. Staffordshire University – Future Combat Simulator
12. Staffordshire University – Rapid Modelling for Disaster Relief
13. Canton de Vaud – Till Next Bill
14. BearHammer Games – Venture’s Gauntlet
15. King’s College London – White Gold
Congratulations to all our finalists and award winners! We look forward to seeing more groundbreaking innovations at SGSCE 2025.