Chemring Countermeasures Ltd is a specialist business within the wider Chemring Group, focused on the design, manufacture and supply of advanced countermeasure systems for military aircraft, naval vessels and land platforms. Based primarily in the UK, it plays a key role in protecting armed forces from infrared, radar‑guided and other sophisticated threats. Its products are used by UK and allied militaries worldwide, supporting operational survivability in complex and contested environments.
The company’s capabilities include the development of flares, chaff, pyrotechnics and advanced expendable countermeasures designed to defeat modern missile systems. Chemring Countermeasures Ltd also provides research, testing and technical support to ensure its products remain effective against evolving threats. Its facilities operate under stringent safety and quality standards, reflecting the high‑hazard nature of energetic‑material manufacturing.
Chemring Countermeasures Ltd emphasises innovation, reliability and close collaboration with defence customers. The business invests in engineering expertise, specialist manufacturing processes and continuous improvement to maintain its position as a trusted supplier. Its workforce includes highly skilled engineers, chemists and technicians who support both domestic and international defence programmes.
The company is also a supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant and publicly recognises the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to its organisation. Chemring Countermeasures Ltd states that it is committed to fair treatment, inclusive employment practices and ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community face no disadvantage in recruitment or career progression. This commitment aligns with its broader values of responsibility, service and supporting those who contribute to national defence.