Privacy Notice
Issue Number: 1.0
Date: 19/08/2026
Use of the website
We will process personal information that you provide to us through your use of www.baesystems.com (the website), including sections managed by Callen-Lenz Associates Limited.
This notice should be read in conjunction with the Overview.
We will process personal information that you provide to us through your use of www.baesystems.com (the website).
BAE Systems plc and Callen-Lenz Associates Limited act as separate data controllers for their respective areas of responsibility:
§ BAE Systems is responsible for hosting the website and processing data related to site security, analytics, and general functionality.
§ Callen-Lenz is responsible for any personal data collected through its dedicated sections of the website (e.g. contact forms, registration features).
Both parties are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR.
What personal information do we collect?
Generally, you can visit the website without revealing who you are or disclosing any personal information. However, there may be times when we or Callen-Lenz require personal information about you or when you choose to disclose such information voluntarily.
Personal information may include:
§ Name, email address, and contact details (if you register or submit forms).
§ Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and operating system (for security and analytics).
What processing activities do we undertake?
If you provide personal information through the website, we and Callen-Lenz may process it to:
§ Allow you to participate in registration-only features and download relevant content.
§ Ensure content is presented effectively for your device.
§ Provide information you request or which may interest you.
§ Notify you about changes to the website.
§ Serve relevant advertising on third-party platforms (e.g. Google, YouTube, LinkedIn).
Legal grounds for processing
Processing is based on:
§ Performance of a contract or steps prior to entering into a contract.
§ Legitimate interests in managing and operating our businesses, including promotional activities and maintaining an online presence.
Who do we share your personal information with?
Your personal information may be shared:
§ Internally within BAE Systems and Callen-Lenz for operational purposes.
§ With trusted partners and service providers as necessary for hosting, analytics, and marketing activities.
Data security and retention
We and Callen-Lenz implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data. Personal information will only be retained for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this notice.
Your rights
You have rights under data protection law, including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights:
§ For data processed by BAE Systems, contact external.dataprotection@baesystems.com.
§ For data processed by Callen-Lenz, use the contact details provided on the Callen-Lenz section of the website.
Generally, you can visit the website without revealing who you are or disclosing any personal information about you. However, there may be times when we require personal information about you or when you wish to disclose such personal information to us. Such personal information is obtained only when voluntarily submitted by you.
What processing activities do you undertake that include my personal information?
If you use provide us with personal information through the website, we will process your personal information in order to:
§ allow you to participate in the registration-only features of the Website and to download relevant brand content, when you choose to do so
§ ensure that content from the Website is presented in the most effective manner for you and for your computer
§ provide you with information that you request from us or which we feel may interest you
§ notify you about changes to the Website and branding which may be relevant to you
§ serve you with relevant advertising on third party websites, such as Google, YouTube and LinkedIn.
What categories of personal information are included in these processing activities?
We process Website information in connection with this activity.
What is the reason for these processing activities?
We use this personal information to provide services that you request under an agreement between us or take steps you request prior to entering into such an agreement.
In addition, this personal information is necessary for to improve the Website and provide a better service and source of information to you.
What are the legal grounds you rely on to carry these out?
This processing is necessary to take steps at your request to enter a contract with you.
This processing is necessary for the purpose of the legitimate interests pursued by the Company.
(See “What are the legal grounds for processing personal information?” in the Overview section.)
What are the 'legitimate interests' referred to above?
The Company considers that it has a legitimate interest in managing and operating its business. This includes undertaking promotional activities and managing an online presence.
To the extent that you did not get this personal information from me, how did you collect this information?
We may collect information about your computer, including where available your IP address, operating system and browser type, for system administration purposes. This is statistical data about your browsing actions and patterns and does not identify you as an individual. For further details please see our Cookie policy.
We may receive information from other sources as set out in this Notice (see “Where do you get my personal information from?” in the Overview section).
Who do you share this personal information with?
Your personal information is shared internally, as set out in this Notice (see “When do you share my personal information with others?” in the Overview section).
In addition, some of your personal information will be shared externally with our partners as needed and as otherwise set out in this Notice (see “When do you share my personal information with others?” in the Overview section).