About us
From medical advancements to cutting-edge aerospace, Concurrent’s high-performance embedded computer solutions are the backbone of critical systems across various industries.
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For almost 40 years, we've been driven by a shared goal: empowering the innovators who are shaping the future.
Defence
Aerospace
Communication
Transport
Industrial
Scientific
Who are we?
We deliver mission-critical embedded computing solutions to operate flawlessly in even the harshest of environments.
Founded in 1985 to develop Multibus II boards, we’ve expanded our offering over four decades to become a trusted, reliable solutions provider in critical embedded applications.
We take service excellence seriously, and our people are at the heart of that. Our global team is here to partner with you to ensure success.
We have a proven record of delivering technology to the world’s leading OEMs. And we offer more than just a product line; we offer a solution to your problem, a service tailored to your specific needs and requirements.
Because you deserve real support
Technology is a powerful tool that thrives in our hands. We go the extra mile to provide exceptional customer support. We're a global workforce united by a curious mindset and a relentless dedication to quality. From our design centre and manufacturing hub in the UK to our systems design and integration facility, and sales and support hub in the US, we're all working together to make sure our products are reliable and built to last.
Whether you're a leading integrator in defence or a passionate entrepreneur in medical tech, our team of experts is here to help you find the perfect solution for your needs.
Our people
Meet the team
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A look back
Our history at a glance
Concurrent have been innovating and designing since 1985.
We are continuing to develop several strategic partnerships to create the potential to sell a more complete integrated solution.
2024Acquired Phillips Aerospace, which has been delivering rugged systems based on open standards boards (like ours) to defence primes.
2023Saw the opportunity to provide vertical technologies and system integration support and began planning for a new division of business.
2022Started offering modified off-the-shelf (MOTS) variants to give customers greater control over the end capability.
2021By embracing the SOSA premise that 3U VPX processor boards are interchangeable, and being quick to market with innovative products, we engaged with significantly larger opportunities.
2020Tri-service memorandum of understanding published in the United States (US), calling for a modular open solutions approach (MOSA) for all future defence programmes based on standards including Sensor Open Systems Architecture™ (SOSA).
2019Introduced AdvancedMC products for telecoms and physics applications and VPX product ranges predominantly for defence. Started developing class-leading ruggedisation and security capabilities.
2010-2018Expanded range of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) boards based on open standards like VME and CompactPCI.
2001-2009Continued to develop Multibus II boards for wider markets, including aerospace, transportation and medical applications, and commenced manufacturing in house.
1988-2000Became financially independent from EES after raising £2m funding.
1987US office established as Concurrent Technologies, Inc. in California.
1986Founded as a subsidiary of European Electronic Systems (EES) to design Multibus II boards based on Intel® processors for the industrial automation market.
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