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Our aims are to expand this unique workforce capability and national advantage by delivering sector investment and knowledge to the frontiers of advanced manufacturing.
The ADS Business Development Centre – are you making the most of it?
The ADS Business Development Centre – are you making the most of it?
The Business Development Centre (BDC) is a key resource for ADS members, offering insight on programmes and tender notices and helping you […]
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What to Expect at Space Comm 2026
What to Expect at Space Comm 2026
There is no better moment to have that conversation with our political stakeholders than when the sector comes together on 4–5 March […]
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Delivering NATO-First: The Industrial Test
Delivering NATO-First: The Industrial Test
As we approach the forthcoming NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG) Plenary at NATO HQ on 25 – 26 February 2026, we need […]
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Reflections from the Munich Security Conference
Reflections from the Munich Security Conference
“To meet the wider threat, it’s clear that we are going to have to spend more, faster.” These were the very welcome […]
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Scaling Dual-Use Innovation: Why the EIC Accelerator Matters
Scaling Dual-Use Innovation: Why the EIC Accelerator Matters
Could EIC Accelerator Grants help fund your next stage of innovation? If you’re working on complex, long-term innovation, you know the environment […]
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ADS Manifesto 2024: Two years on…
ADS Manifesto 2024: Two years on…
Two years have now passed since ADS published its Manifesto for 2024’s General Election. A lot has changed in that time. A […]
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A new model for policing: unpacking the Government’s Police White Paper
A new model for policing: unpacking the Government’s Police White Paper
Introduction Last week, the Home Office set out the foundations for what it describes as the most radical reform of policing in […]
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2025 global aircraft deliveries at highest peak in seven years
2025 global aircraft deliveries at highest peak in seven years
2,175 aircraft orders were placed in 2025, marking a sharp 50% year-on-year increase compared to 2024 1,411 aircraft were delivered in 2025, […]
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Strong partnerships: ADS CEO addresses Annual Dinner
Strong partnerships: ADS CEO addresses Annual Dinner
Photos from the ADS Annual Dinner can be found here. Good evening Ladies, Gentlemen – we are delighted to welcome so many […]
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Police Reform White Paper: ‘From local to national: a new model for policing’
Police Reform White Paper: ‘From local to national: a new model for policing’
Today’s Police Reform White Paper, ‘From local to national: a new model for policing’, sets out a comprehensive package of reforms designed […]
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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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From complexity to capability: expert support to strengthen SMEs
From complexity to capability: expert support to strengthen SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unprecedented complexity in our sectors, from technological disruption and supply chain shifts to talent shortages and […]
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Joseph Reffitt becomes new Director of ADS Northern Ireland
Joseph Reffitt becomes new Director of ADS Northern Ireland
Joseph Reffitt joins the ADS leadership team as Director of ADS Northern Ireland This appointment strengthens ADS’ mission to support the aerospace, […]
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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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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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