A businessman has seen his contribution to the development of cutting-edge technology rewarded.

Peter Mallinson, of Romsey-based Chemring Technology Solutions, has been presented with the Award for Exceptional Contribution to Defence Science and Technology.

He was handed the award by Professor Vernon Gibson, the Government’s chief scientific advisor, for his role in facilitating research projects for the Ministry of Defence as a governor at the South Wiltshire University Techni-cal College (UTC), which is backed by the University of Southampton.

Mr Mallinson said: “The work we do at Chemring Technology Solutions is at the cutting edge of science and technology and we are committed to introducing our innovations to students at the UTC to stimulate the next generation of scientists and engineers.”