April 20, 2026

Funding strategy in aerospace and defence: why forward planning matters more than ever

Funding strategy in aerospace and defence: why forward planning matters more than ever

For aerospace, defence, security and space businesses, innovation is rarely optional. Whether developing next generation platforms, improving system resilience, or advancing dual-use […]

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Earth Day: Making sustainability a core part of operational excellence

Earth Day: Making sustainability a core part of operational excellence

Sustainable operations are the result of robust processes and continuous improvement — supported by the right expertise. With 68% of aerospace and […]

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April 1, 2026

Developing a growth mindset for success – New Professionals Forum

Developing a growth mindset for success – New Professionals Forum

Stepping into a new career chapter is an opportune moment to review your approach to success. With the right mindset, you can […]

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March 31, 2026

Over 100 young engineers blast off at the Northern Ireland Youth Rocketry Regional Final

Over 100 young engineers blast off at the Northern Ireland Youth Rocketry Regional Final

102 students took part in the largest Northern Ireland Regional Final of the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC) Friends School Lisburn from […]

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Rocketry challenge inspires future workforce of 70 Welsh schoolchildren

Rocketry challenge inspires future workforce of 70 Welsh schoolchildren

Image credit to Ben Adams Photography 17 teams competed in the largest Welsh Regional Final of the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC) […]

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16 teams of Scottish schoolchildren take flight in the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge

16 teams of Scottish schoolchildren take flight in the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge

77 students took part in the largest Scottish Regional Final of the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC) Bellahouston Academy from Glasgow has […]

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March 25, 2026

Celebrating 110 years of industry collaboration: From SBAC to ADS

Celebrating 110 years of industry collaboration: From SBAC to ADS

The UK’s aerospace, defence, security, and space industries have evolved from pioneering beginnings into a world leading powerhouse of innovation and national […]

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March 24, 2026

February aircraft orders hit three-year high as demand surges

February aircraft orders hit three-year high as demand surges

February 2026 aircraft orders are up by over 80% compared to 2025 figures 87 commercial aircraft were delivered in February 2026, representing […]

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March 5, 2026

Over 1600 students to kick start their career with the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge

Over 1600 students to kick start their career with the UK Youth Rocketry Challenge

Aspiring astronauts, STEM enthusiasts, rocket scientists and engineers will take part in UKROC’s most in-demand competition to date. 422 teams from 234 […]

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March 4, 2026

Shaping the future of our sectors – International Women’s Day 2026

Shaping the future of our sectors – International Women’s Day 2026

As we mark International Women’s Day 2026 [Sunday 8 March], we celebrate the talented women already shaping the UK’s aerospace, defence, security […]

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February 26, 2026

Own your future: lessons from our New Professionals Forum

Own your future: lessons from our New Professionals Forum

As we mark National Careers Week 2026 (2-7 March) and Scottish Apprenticeship Week (2-6 March), it’s a great opportunity to champion the […]

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Record start to 2026 as aircraft orders hit six-year high

Record start to 2026 as aircraft orders hit six-year high

January 2026 aircraft orders increased by three quarters compared with January 2025, marking the strongest January order book in over six years. […]

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February 25, 2026

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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February 10, 2026

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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February 4, 2026

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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