An example of virtual transactions included £1,224 for stamp and coin dealers on 22 July, £728 on cruise lines on 2 July, and £12,000 on 14 July for gift, card, and novelty shops. At the time of publishing, the UK MoD had not responded to requests from Army Technology for comment. MoD ePC spending in 2026 exceeds £80mOverall ePC spending so far in 2026 runs to more than £84.6m, with July’s £9.7m total the lowest figure of the year to date. The most expensive month for ePC spending was March with £16.3m in costs, while Q1 registered £43.2m in spending, around 25% higher than the £31.6m accrued in Q2. Virtual purchasing cards are utilised where this approach is considered a more efficient and appropriate route to market than engaging full contractual procedures.