Helix, a leader in high-performance electric powertrains and advanced e-drive technologies, is executing a strategic expansion into the UK Defence sector, partnering with SDO Associates to undertake a comprehensive Discovery Report that will accelerate its market entry.
Defence organisations are increasingly prioritising high-efficiency, low-signature and high-reliability propulsion solutions. Helix’s proven technologies—refined through demanding applications in motorsport, aerospace, automotive and industrial sectors—position the company uniquely to address these emerging Defence requirements with proven engineering credibility and operational performance.
The Discovery Report will map the Defence landscape, assess key programmes and capability needs, and identify where Helix’s advanced e-drive systems offer distinct operational advantage. This structured analysis will provide Helix with a clear strategic roadmap: priority opportunities, key stakeholders and the most effective route to accelerate sector engagement and market readiness.
“Our technologies have proven themselves in the most demanding environments—Formula E, Formula 1 supply chains, aerospace programmes and hypercars,” said Leighton King, Chief Commercial Officer at Helix. “Defence is a natural extension of that expertise. SDO Associates’ Discovery Report will give us the strategic intelligence we need to enter this sector with confidence and drive real impact.”
SDO Associates will apply its established Discovery Report framework to deliver a structured, insight-driven evaluation tailored to Helix’s capabilities and strategic objectives for Defence sector engagement.
Stu Olden, CEO of SDO Associates and Army Veteran, said: “Helix brings world-class engineering and a proven track record of innovation in the most performance-critical applications. This Discovery Report will accelerate their understanding of Defence priorities and opportunities, enabling them to make informed decisions and move quickly into sector engagement.”
This collaboration establishes the strategic foundation for Helix’s Defence sector expansion, positioning the company to capture emerging opportunities in next-generation defence platforms and high-performance applications. The Discovery Report will guide their market entry strategy, ensuring their engagement is targeted, relevant and operationally credible.
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About SDO Associates
SDO Associates supports Defence and Aerospace SMEs with structured, campaign-led commercial strategies that drive measurable growth. Our proven Approach to Business Growth combines over 40 years of sector experience with hands-on delivery across strategy, business development, and marketing.
About Helix
Helix is a specialist in high-performance electric drive systems, delivering world-class engineering, manufacturing and innovation across automotive, aerospace, motorsport and industrial applications. With deep expertise in compact, high-efficiency e-drive technologies, Helix provides advanced motor, inverter and integrated system solutions that help customers unlock greater performance, reliability and sustainability. Its UK-based technical and production capabilities allow Helix to support programmes from concept through to low-volume manufacture, working closely with partners to meet demanding operational and environmental requirements.
