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James Long

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Chief Executive Officer at Blighter Surveillance Systems
📍 Greater Cambridge Area, United Kingdom

As CEO of Blighter Surveillance Systems, James Long is responsible for driving revenue and growth, drawing on senior executive experience in the aerospace, defence, and security sectors. An MBA-qualified mechanical engineer, he has deep expertise in high-end engineering and international business.

Outside of his professional life, James is a dedicated fanatic of both rugby and motorsport, following these passions with significant interest. This indicates a personal appreciation for high-performance and strategic competition.

His diverse career path includes managing the commercial performance of the UK dealer network at Bentley Motors Ltd.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Cambridge Area, United Kingdom
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Border Security
As CEO, he frequently comments on winning contracts for land and coastal border surveillance, addressing threats from illegal crossings, trafficking, and smuggling.
Counter-UAS Technology
His company provides advanced counter-drone radar solutions for military and security applications, a key topic in his company's public announcements.
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Career

Work history

5-2022
Chief Executive Officer
Blighter Surveillance Systems
8-2019 - 5-2022
Chief Operating Officer
Blighter Surveillance Systems
8-2008 - 5-2022
Managing Director
Easat Radar Systems Ltd
10-2004 - 7-2008
Programme Director
GE Aviation
5-1998 - 9-2004
Regional Manager UK
Bentley Motors Ltd
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Education
2001 - 2004
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Alliance Manchester Business School
1988 - 1992
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
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