‘De-risk defence’ to improve financing climate for defence sector
‘De-risk defence’ to improve financing climate for defence sector
New collaborative paper from leading industry bodies sets out clear priorities to enhance the financing environment for defence sector businesses It calls […]
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ADS and ASD welcome UK-EU Security & Defence Partnership, urge swift implementation
ADS and ASD welcome UK-EU Security & Defence Partnership, urge swift implementation
ADS and ASD welcome the new UK-EU Security and Defence Partnership agreed at the 2025 Leaders Summit, calling for swift implementation to […]
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Fast-Tracking EU-UK Defence Industrial Cooperation: a critical reset
Fast-Tracking EU-UK Defence Industrial Cooperation: a critical reset
Why Europe must strengthen Its defence partnerships The world is facing rising geopolitical tensions—Russia’s war against Ukraine, growing uncertainties in global security, […]
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Securing Our Future, Together
Securing Our Future, Together
In February and March of 2025, ADS and the nationwide unions GMB and Prospect came together to discuss our shared goal to […]
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AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Forum Coincides with UK-US Trade Deal
AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Forum Coincides with UK-US Trade Deal
In a big week for UK-US relations, our Defence Director Samira Braund headed to Washington DC for the AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Industry […]
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Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025 – 80th Anniversary
Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025 – 80th Anniversary
Today is Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025, marking 80 years since the official surrender of Nazi Germany and the end […]
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Spring Statement 2025 – 10 key policy wins for ADS & our sectors
Spring Statement 2025 – 10 key policy wins for ADS & our sectors
Key policy wins for ADS and our sectors within the Spring Statement: 1. Increasing the defence budget by £2.2 billion in 2025-26, […]
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Skills-based hiring for digital transformation in aerospace
Skills-based hiring for digital transformation in aerospace
The aerospace industry is increasingly embracing digital capabilities to drive significant improvements in productivity, operational efficiency, and competitiveness. As the sector navigates […]
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EU Defence White Paper
EU Defence White Paper
Introduction Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 undeniably transformed Europe’s security landscape and underscored the criticality of alliances to ensure collective […]
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The UK Defence Ecosystem: a defining week
The UK Defence Ecosystem: a defining week
With all the current geo-political uncertainly, the Government’s announcements this week has highlighted the importance and value of our sector and provides […]
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Leading Defence Firms Demonstrate Record Progress in ESG Commitments
Leading Defence Firms Demonstrate Record Progress in ESG Commitments
Inaugural report from UK Defence ESG Charter shows half of energy used by signatories is renewable, at least a 20% increase in […]
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7 Things to Consider When Applying for an ADS Meet the Buyer Event
7 Things to Consider When Applying for an ADS Meet the Buyer Event
In today’s competitive marketplace, securing opportunities to engage with potential Buyers through B2B meetings can be a game-changer for suppliers. Examples of […]
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My marketing apprenticeship journey from ADS’ Marley Sookool
My marketing apprenticeship journey from ADS’ Marley Sookool
Starting an apprenticeship is an exciting journey filled with hands-on learning and real-world insight. In this blog for National Apprenticeship Week 2025, […]
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Hear from our members’ apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Hear from our members’ apprentices
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025! It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2025! Each year this week serves as a chance to bring together businesses […]
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Meet ADS Scotland’s Business Development Manager
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Meet ADS Scotland’s Business Development Manager
From apprentice toolmaker to ADS Business Development Manager: The Power of Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are the foundation of lifelong careers. In 2022, our […]
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