ADS calls on Holyrood to support aerospace, defence, security and space
ADS calls on Holyrood to support aerospace, defence, security and space
In its Manifesto for the Scottish Parliamentary elections next year, ADS calls on the next Scottish Government to prioritise economic growth and […]
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Value of aerospace, defence, security and space to Scotland grew by more than half since the pandemic, ADS data reveals
Value of aerospace, defence, security and space to Scotland grew by more than half since the pandemic, ADS data reveals
The aerospace, defence, security and space sectors added £3.7 billion to Scotland’s economy in 2024, growth of 55% since 2020 More people […]
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Increase in defence spending could deliver 50,000 new jobs by 2035
Increase in defence spending could deliver 50,000 new jobs by 2035
Defence industry body highlights an increase in defence spending to 3% of GDP could deliver 50,000 new jobs by 2035 The value […]
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‘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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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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ADS Aerospace Export Focus Group publishes latest Global Aerospace Outlook
ADS Aerospace Export Focus Group publishes latest Global Aerospace Outlook
The UK aerospace sector has continued to demonstrate robust growth and innovation, contributing significantly to the national economy and maintaining its position […]
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80% of ADS members expect better revenue in 2024, according to latest business outlook
80% of ADS members expect better revenue in 2024, according to latest business outlook
Respondents to ADS survey report an improved business outlook 80% of respondents expect their turnover to increase in 2024 compared to 2023 […]
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ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q3
ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q3
ADS member confidence remains robust in Q3 with growth opportunities sought in exports The regular Industry Outlook survey to ADS members has […]
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Northern Ireland – Facts & Figures 2023
Northern Ireland – Facts & Figures 2023
From technology and exports to apprenticeships and investment, ADS sectors are vital to Northern Ireland’s growth. On track to achieve a target […]
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A Renewed Industrial Strategy for the UK
A Renewed Industrial Strategy for the UK
We are proud to represent the UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors – which are an engine of economic growth and […]
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ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q2
ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q2
Business confidence remains high in Q2 as challenges to growth start to shift At the time of the Q2 survey in late […]
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UK Space Outlook 2023
UK Space Outlook 2023
The UK space sector is a world leader in a rapidly expanding global space economy with the opportunity to be at the […]
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ADS Industry Facts & Figures 2023 – launched!
ADS Industry Facts & Figures 2023 – launched!
Today we launch the ADS Facts and Figures document for 2023, showcasing 2022 data. The annual ADS Industry Facts and Figures guide […]
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ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q1
ADS Industry Outlook 2023 Q1
Written by Aimie Stone, ADS Chief Economist Setting the scene in Q1 2023 might prove more difficult than businesses would like, following […]
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Industry sets out call for action to make eVTOL market a reality in the UK
Industry sets out call for action to make eVTOL market a reality in the UK
This morning, ADS, the trade association for aerospace, defence, security and space, released Developing the eVTOL industry in the UK, setting out […]
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