
Roke is a leading UK-based science and engineering company with over 60 years of experience in defense and national security, now also serving Fortune 500 companies. They specialize in improving the world through innovation by combining physical and digital technologies. Their expertise spans AI & Analytics, Autonomy & Robotics, Cyber & Secure Communications, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Intelligence & Insight, and Specialized Sensors & Effectors. Roke develops advanced data and communication systems, leveraging deep knowledge of sensors, communications, cyber, and AI to solve complex, high-stakes challenges. They offer services such as consultancy, development & rapid prototyping, and act as a technology and mission partner. With a team of over 600 engineers, Roke focuses on delivering tangible impact for critical missions.

Roke is a leading UK-based science and engineering company with over 60 years of experience in defense and national security, now also serving Fortune 500 companies. They specialize in improving the world through innovation by combining physical and digital technologies. Their expertise spans AI & Analytics, Autonomy & Robotics, Cyber & Secure Communications, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Intelligence & Insight, and Specialized Sensors & Effectors. Roke develops advanced data and communication systems, leveraging deep knowledge of sensors, communications, cyber, and AI to solve complex, high-stakes challenges. They offer services such as consultancy, development & rapid prototyping, and act as a technology and mission partner. With a team of over 600 engineers, Roke focuses on delivering tangible impact for critical missions.
Head office: Roke Manor, Romsey, Hampshire, UK
Founded: 1956
Team: 600+ engineers and consultants
Ownership: Owned by Chemring Group PLC
Core focus: Digital defence & security — radar, sensing, AI, autonomy, cyber & secure communications
Funding signal: Crunchbase lists a grant round with Defence and Security Accelerator as funder (amount/date not disclosed)
Digital defence and security; national security systems and critical infrastructure protection.
1956
Defence & security; engineering and technology services
Listed as a grant; monetary details and date are obfuscated/locked in the source.
“Owned by Chemring Group PLC”