UK Defence Trade Mission to Moldova – Q2 2026
UK Defence Trade Mission to Moldova – Q2 2026
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST – ADS, in collaboration with UK Defence Exports (UK Ministry of Defence) and the British Embassy in Chisinau, is pleased to announce plans for a UK Defence Trade Mission to Moldova in Q2 2026. We welcome expressions of interest for participation from a broad range of businesses in the defence ecosystem.
Read moreDefence Attaché Engagement Event – February 2026
Defence Attaché Engagement Event – February 2026
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST – We invite you to express interest in attending this upcoming Defence Attaché industry engagement event for the chance to meet one-to-one with UK defence staff before they take up their posts at UK Embassies and High Commissions abroad. Interested companies will undergo an initial selection process, to ensure that companies attending cover a range of domains (land, air, maritime, cyber, security and others).
Read moreParis Air Show 2027 – United Kingdom Pavilion – Register your interest
Paris Air Show 2027 – United Kingdom Pavilion – Register your interest
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST – ADS is delighted to once again be hosting the United Kingdom Pavilion at Paris Air Show 2027 and are inviting companies to express their interest in exhibiting with us. The 56th edition will bring together all the players in the global aerospace industry around the latest technological innovations.
Read moreWebinar: Cyber Threat and Resilience Intelligence Briefing Series – Defence
Webinar: Cyber Threat and Resilience Intelligence Briefing Series – Defence
This is a series of quarterly cyber threat and resilience intelligence briefings delivered by one of our SME members. The format consists of one 30-minute webinar per month, with each session in a quarter focused sequentially on the aerospace, defence, and national security sectors. This webinar is focused on Defence.
Read moreWebinar – Navigating the Defence Cyber Certification
Webinar – Navigating the Defence Cyber Certification
WATCH BACK ON DEMAND – This webinar was organised in direct response to member requests for more clarity and practical guidance on the Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) framework. It was designed to help organisations understand what DCC means for them and how to successfully navigate the certification process.
Read moreIntroduction to Intellectual Property Briefing
Introduction to Intellectual Property Briefing
LIMITED SPACE REMAINING – ADS member, Crowell & Moring UK LLP, is delighted to offer ADS members the opportunity to attend a briefing on Intellectual Property with specialist knowledge in the aerospace, defence and space sectors. This briefing will be of value to members in the professional services and engineering services covering a range of topics.
Read moreDefence Trade Mission to Türkiye 2026
Defence Trade Mission to Türkiye 2026
ADS, in collaboration with UK Defence Exports (UK Ministry of Defence) and the British Embassy in Ankara are organising a UK defence trade mission to Türkiye. The UK and Türkiye have a longstanding defence cooperation partnership and recent agreements, such as the £8bn Eurofighter Typhoon deal, have reaffirmed the strength of the relationship. Türkiye has the second-largest military in NATO and continues to increase its investment in Defence.
Read moreWebinar: Defending the Narrative – Insight-Driven Communications
Webinar: Defending the Narrative – Insight-Driven Communications
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK – Defence companies are enjoying strong positive sentiment among the UK public at the moment, but translating that into actionable benefits requires a comprehensive data-driven understanding of what drives public sentiment and how it looks across different audiences. In this webinar, we will translate polling evidence into the starting point for comms advice.
Read moreADS Defence Team Introduction Webinar November 2025
ADS Defence Team Introduction Webinar November 2025
Join the ADS Defence Team Introduction Webinar to meet the team behind our defence sector activities, learn about key programmes and opportunities, and discover how ADS can support your business and engagement across the defence community.
Read moreDigital Training Webinar: Cloud 101
Digital Training Webinar: Cloud 101
This Cloud 101 session provides aerospace and defence manufacturers with a foundational understanding of cloud computing and its transformative potential for the sector. We’ll explore key manufacturing use cases, discuss the relevance of cloud technologies to A&D operations, and look ahead to emerging opportunities in predictive maintenance, AI applications, and data integration strategies.
Read moreADS Defence SME Symposium: in partnership with SVGC
ADS Defence SME Symposium: in partnership with SVGC
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE – This symposium brings together SMEs, Mid-Tiers, and Primes for a day of transparent dialogue, strategic insight, and collaborative problem-solving. We have sponsorship packages available, however table tops and delegate places are sold out.
Read moreFireside Chat with Lieutenant-General Sir Tom Copinger-Symes
Fireside Chat with Lieutenant-General Sir Tom Copinger-Symes
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK – ADS welcomes Lieutenant-General Sir T R Copinger-Symes KCB CBE for a Fireside Chat on the SDR, its impact on UK Defence, and the Cyber & Specialist Operations Command. He’ll discuss AI-driven cyber capability, workforce talent, allied collaboration, multi-domain integration, and how e-sports can attract new talent to defence.
Read moreBriefing: Lithuania Research & Development and Innovation Diplomacy Programme
Briefing: Lithuania Research & Development and Innovation Diplomacy Programme
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK – ADS, in partnership with Innovation Agency Lithuania, invites UK industry to participate in a dynamic Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) event. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with Lithuanian counterparts, uncover collaborative ventures, and gain insights into emerging opportunities within the Lithuanian innovation landscape.
Read moreADS Engage Plymouth
ADS Engage Plymouth
LIMITED SPACE REMAINING – Connect with industry leaders and innovators at ADS Engage Plymouth, a free one-day event packed with networking and insights from ADS, government, and regional defence and security clusters. Discover new opportunities, share ideas, and showcase your organisation’s capabilities in the heart of the South West.
Read moreConference: ADS SME Engage – Growth, resilience and winning business
Conference: ADS SME Engage – Growth, resilience and winning business
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK – Building a resilient and successful business takes insight, adaptability and the right support. In this conference, we bring together industry experts and specialist advisors to offer you a day of practical learning, connection and collaboration – all designed to help you succeed in our competitive and fast-changing sectors.
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