Aerospace & Defence
We protect the intellectual property of global players, specialised contractors and SME innovators shaping the future of aerospace and defence.
We protect: aerospace & defence innovators
Our patent, trade mark and design attorneys advise industry leaders and pioneers across the space, aerospace and defence technology industries.
Structural airframe components, propulsion technologies, quantum-secure communications – the scope of protectable innovation in this sector is exceptionally broad.
Our team offers the specialist guidance you need to strategically navigate this complex landscape. From advice on drafting strategies and portfolio management to the use of trade secrets, we’ll help you secure your intellectual property globally.
We support many clients across the sector, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMS), defence contractors, tier-1 suppliers and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) providers.
We also advise academic and research-led organisations who develop high-value solutions for the sector.
The IP experts for aerospace & defence
As new digital and sustainable frontiers continually emerge in aerospace and defence, we’re here to give you the strategic advice you need to secure a competitive edge and a return on your R&D investment.
We do so by blending deep legal expertise with an appreciation of the commercial realities for businesses operating in this high-stakes sector.
We bring first-hand industry insight. Our experts hold technical backgrounds across the core mechanical, electronic and digital disciplines that underpin aerospace and defence.
As well as subject matter experts, you’ll have a strategic team on your side who will anticipate pitfalls and guide your strategy at every stage.
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Futureproofing your innovations
Whilst this sector is fast-moving, innovation lifecycles can be exceptionally long. We will pool all of our expertise to help you proactively navigate the many crucial strategic choices along the way.
Our experts provide the foresight needed to maintain robust protection and a competitive edge over many decades, even as the industry continues to evolve.
Aerospace and defence is also characterised by large R&D investments. We’ll help you to develop an IP strategy that converts this expenditure into valuable and defensible commercial IP assets, tailored to your long-term mission.
We are the IP extension of your internal team
Our award-winning team is repeatedly recognised for excellence in IP service delivery. Our aim is to be the global IP partner of choice for all the stakeholders in your organisation.
By turning your technical developments and inventions into robust, legally enforceable commercial assets, we’ll help build your brand value for investment.
We’ll work closely with CTOs to align your long-term business objectives with IP protection. Our team can also provide in-house counsel with the expertise needed to augment existing capabilities.
“Excellent. Expert. First-class client care.” Murgitroyd is home to a team of top-rate practitioners who deliver “an exceptional experience from start to finish”
WTR 1000 2026 Research Insights
Murgitroyd is an exceptional firm with many excellent practitioners across technology areas.
Managing IP Research Insights
Murgitroyd leverages its extensive international presence and deep local insights to provide solid support to an impressive client base.
WTR 1000
Congratulations to our Materials Team for their Gold Award
Financial Times European Leading Patent Law Firms - 2019, 2020 & 2025
Contact us
Tired of complex dealings with multiple firms around the world? Let us manage everything for you. We will consolidate your global filings, give you a single point of contact and save you time, money and stress.
+44 [0] 141 307 8400[email protected]Discover your IP worth with Murgitroyd
In this highly-specialised industry, protecting your ideas makes the difference. Contact our expert team today.
In our first consultation, we’ll provide a high-level overview of your existing situation and aim to gain a deeper understanding of your IP requirements.
