The UK Defence ESG Charter: What it is and why it matters
The UK Defence ESG Charter: What it is and why it matters
Written by ADS ESG Executive, Jordan Croskery Background In January 2024, ADS launched the UK Defence ESG Charter. This milestone initiative for […]
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The Strategic Defence Review: ADS’ Submission
The Strategic Defence Review: ADS’ Submission
Written by ADS Defence Policy Adviser, Emma Baker Background: In July, the Prime Minister Commissioned a Strategic Defence Review, to be led […]
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Women in STEM and manufacturing: Continuing Ada Lovelace’s legacy
Women in STEM and manufacturing: Continuing Ada Lovelace’s legacy
When Ada Lovelace published her thoughts on the “Analytical Machine” in 1842, she set into motion a legacy that continues to be […]
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Early Market Engagement task and finish group launched
Early Market Engagement task and finish group launched
Written by ADS Defence Director Samira Braund The Defence Suppliers Forum (DSF) is a vital part of ADS’ engagement with Government on […]
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Get into software engineering – National Coding Week
Get into software engineering – National Coding Week
With National Coding Week kicking off this week 16 – 22 September, it’s the perfect time to explore the diverse career pathways […]
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Introduction to our Head of Defence Commercial
Introduction to our Head of Defence Commercial
Hi I’m Ieuan Trigger. I am the Head of Defence Commercial at ADS joining back in mid-April and it has been a […]
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ADS Member Perspective: Navigating new contracting rules for R&D tax relief
ADS Member Perspective: Navigating new contracting rules for R&D tax relief
It is an area that has been shrouded in controversy for several years, but new rules on contracting out R&D activities, introduced […]
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AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Industry Forum July meeting summary
AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Industry Forum July meeting summary
Following April’s inaugural Advanced Capabilities Industry Forum (ACIF) meeting in Washington DC, the second AUKUS ACIF meeting took place on 24 July […]
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The Right to Protest Peacefully
The Right to Protest Peacefully
ADS’ statement on the right to protest peacefully: The right to a peaceful protest is one that is critical to UK society. […]
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Aero Excellence™ at Farnborough International Airshow: UK, France and Germany announce new initiative to improve supply chain
Aero Excellence™ at Farnborough International Airshow: UK, France and Germany announce new initiative to improve supply chain
The UK, French and German aerospace and defence trade associations are partnering to develop Aero Excellence™ International. The initiative will be a dynamic, […]
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Turnover of Northern Ireland’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors doubles to £2bn, exceeding targets
Turnover of Northern Ireland’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors doubles to £2bn, exceeding targets
2024 Northern Ireland Facts and Figures report from ADS Group highlights that aerospace, defence, security and space sector turnover reached £2.2bn last […]
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The Washington NATO Summit: A summary
The Washington NATO Summit: A summary
Written by Emma Evans, Defence Policy Advisor For the new UK Government, the Washington Summit was the first big set piece for […]
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NATO Washington Summit: What is the NATO Industrial Advisory Group and how does it serve UK Industry?
NATO Washington Summit: What is the NATO Industrial Advisory Group and how does it serve UK Industry?
Written by Emma Evans, Defence Policy Advisor What is the NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG)? The NIAG was established in 1968 as […]
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ADS Defence Sector UK Outlook 2024
ADS Defence Sector UK Outlook 2024
Today we launch the UK Defence Sector Outlook 2024 offering our annual guide to the sector. This report sets out the continued […]
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ADS Celebrates 2024 CQI International Outstanding Achievement Award for its SC21 Competitiveness Programme
ADS Celebrates 2024 CQI International Outstanding Achievement Award for its SC21 Competitiveness Programme
Award recognises programme’s role in transforming quality for SMEs working in the aerospace and defence supply chains. SC21 programme strengthens UK […]
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