The UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space industries are at the heart of UK advanced manufacturing and innovative services. Our true value extends beyond our economic footprint, underpinning UK society, families and our way of life.
The 2024 ADS Industry Facts and Figures guide shows the extent to which companies in our sectors serve as the industrial backbone of the UK – delivering the well-paid jobs and high-tech exports we need to secure a prosperous future.
ADS is the UK trade association advancing leadership in aerospace, defence, security and space, to enable prosperity and clean, secure growth for our nation.
ADS promotes its members in lifting the limits to a new future built on clean growth, sovereign capabilities for peace, and opening space to all.
Always available to help our members unlock sector insight, Government priorities and economic trends on issues affecting our sectors
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NW PRO have won the ADS Security Innovation Award for their product NexuSec The judges were impressed by the product’s efficiency […] Read more
The Security and Resilience Outlook from ADS highlights that the sector delivered £11.7 billion in exports in 2024, a 244% increase on […] Read more
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What has been announced? On 26 February 2025, the European Commission unveiled a new plan to support industrial competitiveness and resilience across […] Read more
With all the current geo-political uncertainly, the Government’s announcements this week has highlighted the importance and value of our sector and provides […] Read more
January 2025 aircraft orders increased 168% compared to last year’s figures, reaching 91 orders. 71 aircraft deliveries in January 2025 represents the […] Read more
It is with deep regret that ADS shares the passing of Dame Julie Kenny DBE DL, Chair of the UK Security and […] Read more
Inaugural report from UK Defence ESG Charter shows half of energy used by signatories is renewable, at least a 20% increase in […] Read more
In today’s competitive marketplace, securing opportunities to engage with potential Buyers through B2B meetings can be a game-changer for suppliers. Examples of […] Read more
Starting an apprenticeship is an exciting journey filled with hands-on learning and real-world insight. In this blog for National Apprenticeship Week 2025, […] Read more
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025! It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2025! Each year this week serves as a chance to bring together businesses […] Read more
From apprentice toolmaker to ADS Business Development Manager: The Power of Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are the foundation of lifelong careers. In 2022, our […] Read more
NW PRO have won the ADS Security Innovation Award for their product NexuSec The judges were impressed by the product’s efficiency […] Read more
The Security and Resilience Outlook from ADS highlights that the sector delivered £11.7 billion in exports in 2024, a 244% increase on […] Read more
Hub Exhibitions and trade association ADS are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership aimed at delivering a global event of the […] Read more
What has been announced? On 26 February 2025, the European Commission unveiled a new plan to support industrial competitiveness and resilience across […] Read more
With all the current geo-political uncertainly, the Government’s announcements this week has highlighted the importance and value of our sector and provides […] Read more
January 2025 aircraft orders increased 168% compared to last year’s figures, reaching 91 orders. 71 aircraft deliveries in January 2025 represents the […] Read more
It is with deep regret that ADS shares the passing of Dame Julie Kenny DBE DL, Chair of the UK Security and […] Read more
Inaugural report from UK Defence ESG Charter shows half of energy used by signatories is renewable, at least a 20% increase in […] Read more
In today’s competitive marketplace, securing opportunities to engage with potential Buyers through B2B meetings can be a game-changer for suppliers. Examples of […] Read more
Starting an apprenticeship is an exciting journey filled with hands-on learning and real-world insight. In this blog for National Apprenticeship Week 2025, […] Read more
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025! It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2025! Each year this week serves as a chance to bring together businesses […] Read more
From apprentice toolmaker to ADS Business Development Manager: The Power of Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are the foundation of lifelong careers. In 2022, our […] Read more
All ADS Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are formed of Members and stakeholders with similar professional specialities. These groups are designed to enable Members to network, seek out business development opportunities, learn, influence markets and stakeholders and keep up to date with current, related developments.
ADS' 1,400+ members are the custodians of a world-leading advanced engineering and services workforce.
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CraigavonSomerford Associates has certified and security cleared consultants who build and integrate bespoke ...
CirencesterSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd is at the forefront of space innovation; disrupting the conventions ...
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DundalkWe are experts in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing, supported by our innovative...
FarnboroughTT Electronics is a global provider of engineered technologies for performance critical applications...
WokingMartech is part of the CodaOctopus Group of companies and together with our sister companies, we are...
PortlandALTEN is a leading providing of engineering and IT services, supporting transnational clients in the...
LondonIsode is a UK based software company supplying and supporting secure communications software for mil...
HAMPTONBoyce Precision Engineering was established in 2006 and has rapidly expanded over the last 9 years b...
CraigavonSomerford Associates has certified and security cleared consultants who build and integrate bespoke ...
CirencesterSurrey Satellite Technology Ltd is at the forefront of space innovation; disrupting the conventions ...
GUILDFORDPrecision Machining Solutions. Competing in a global marketplace: Serving Aerospace, Medical Device,...
DundalkWe are experts in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing, supported by our innovative...
FarnboroughTT Electronics is a global provider of engineered technologies for performance critical applications...
WokingMartech is part of the CodaOctopus Group of companies and together with our sister companies, we are...
PortlandALTEN is a leading providing of engineering and IT services, supporting transnational clients in the...
LondonIsode is a UK based software company supplying and supporting secure communications software for mil...
HAMPTONBoyce Precision Engineering was established in 2006 and has rapidly expanded over the last 9 years b...
CraigavonSomerford Associates has certified and security cleared consultants who build and integrate bespoke ...
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