January 19, 2026

The Government’s Cyber Action Plan and the future of UK resilience

The Government’s Cyber Action Plan and the future of UK resilience

Introduction Cyber threats are existential risks. With the UK increasingly targeted by sophisticated state actors and organised crime groups, and vulnerable to […]

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January 15, 2026

Shaping 2026: ADS’ priorities for the year ahead

Shaping 2026: ADS’ priorities for the year ahead

A very busy 2025 has finally drawn to a close. As we look to the year ahead, there is much to reflect […]

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Transforming Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) & Counter-Drone Capability

Transforming Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) & Counter-Drone Capability

The ADS Drone Platforms and Counter-Drone (DPAC) Special Interest Group helps shape policy, identify opportunities and build connections across this fast-evolving domain. […]

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January 8, 2026

What is a “Meet the Buyer” event?

What is a “Meet the Buyer” event?

Networking shouldn’t be measured by the number of conversations you have. In today’s competitive aerospace, defence, security, and space markets, what is […]

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December 16, 2025

ADS Appoints Chief of Staff; Begins recruitment for Security and Resilience Director

ADS Appoints Chief of Staff; Begins recruitment for Security and Resilience Director

ADS today announces key leadership changes designed to strengthen its organisational capabilities and enhance support for almost 1,800 members across the UK’s […]

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Business readiness: Launching the ADS digital training programme 2026

Business readiness: Launching the ADS digital training programme 2026

Emerging technologies are rapidly disrupting how organisations across the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors operate, compete and grow. Through our Business […]

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December 11, 2025

Paul Lincoln becomes Chair of RISC

Paul Lincoln becomes Chair of RISC

London (11 December) – The Security and Resilience Industry Suppliers Community (RISC), today announces the appointment of Paul Lincoln CB OBE VR […]

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December 4, 2025

Fixing Defence Procurement

Fixing Defence Procurement

Series Introduction On 8 September 2025 the Government published the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) with the objective of strengthening the UK’s industrial […]

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December 2, 2025

Introducing the ADS Business Services Network

Introducing the ADS Business Services Network

Within our 1700+ member companies, there is a growing cluster of specialist service providers covering a wide range of professional domains. They […]

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November 27, 2025

Developing a Resilient UK Industrial Base

Developing a Resilient UK Industrial Base

Series Introduction On 8 September 2025 the Government published the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) with the objective of strengthening the UK’s industrial […]

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November 26, 2025

Autumn Budget 2025: ADS Reaction

Autumn Budget 2025: ADS Reaction

On 26 November 2025, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, presented the Autumn Budget to Parliament. Its tax-raising measures are worth […]

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November 21, 2025

Celebrating National Maths Week: The Backbone of Innovation across ADS Sectors

Celebrating National Maths Week: The Backbone of Innovation across ADS Sectors

Maths is the silent engine powering innovation across our sectors. As we mark National Maths Week (15-23 November 2025), it is worth […]

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November 14, 2025

Secure Innovation Security Reviews Scheme – Apply Today

Secure Innovation Security Reviews Scheme – Apply Today

The security threat to the UK emerging tech industry is growing. But many such businesses remain vulnerable to attack. Secure Innovation is […]

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November 13, 2025

Cyber Security and Resilience Bill

Cyber Security and Resilience Bill

Updating the UK’s cyber security regulations On 12 November 2025, the Government introduced the long-awaited Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament, […]

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November 10, 2025

ADS Northern Ireland Director Leslie Orr Announces Retirement After 15 Years of Service

ADS Northern Ireland Director Leslie Orr Announces Retirement After 15 Years of Service

Belfast – ADS today announced that Leslie Orr, Director of ADS Northern Ireland, will retire in February 2026, following a distinguished 15-year […]

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