ADS runs a programme of free and discounted events throughout the year for all of our members to benefit from. This programme provides the opportunity to easily engage in a variety of activities at your own pace without the limitations of additional resources.

These events provide information, networking, business development and industry engagement opportunities.

We know that collaboration is key as you look to grow.

ADS types of events

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ADS events

We run free events for members throughout the year to help maximise the value of Membership giving members the opportunity to engage and participate in a variety of activities to assist.

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Member Forums

Forums take place at a member company, and typically include an industry update and the opportunity to network with peers. There are also a limited number of exhibition spaces available at these events

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Receptions

ADS members reception are held up to four times a year and provide an opportunity to meet ADS teams to explore your membership, as well as to engage with fellow ADS members from across the industrial value chain

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Briefings

A number of tailored, topical and sector specific briefings take place throughout the year. Our full schedule for these virtual and in-person opportunities can be found via our Events Schedule

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Non-ADS events

As an ADS Member you can take advantage of a select number of event discounts and free events which are being hosted by our network of partners, Member companies and stakeholders

Non ADS events

As an ADS Member you can take advantage of a select number of event discounts and free events which are being hosted by our network of partners, Member companies and stakeholders.

Full details and discount codes are available in the member offers & discounts section of the members area.

Showcase Your Business at Exclusive Home Office Event

📅19 November ⏰10:30 – 15:00 📍London

The Joint Security and Resilience Centre (JSaRC) are thrilled to invite you to participate in an exciting opportunity at their upcoming promotional showcase event in the atrium of the Home Office’s central building in Westminster next month.

This event aims to showcase new and exciting technologies within the security and defence sector to Home Office and Government colleagues, to in turn increase awareness of Security & Policing, the UKs largest security event hosted in Farnborough Exhibition Centre, in collaboration with ADS.

Last year’s showcase event was a true highlight, featuring a hand-picked selection of cutting-edge innovations tailored to revolutionize security across the UK. From drones to wearable tech and even SPOT the robot dog, attendees were captivated by live demonstrations of advanced security solutions designed to address the challenges of tomorrow.

This year, JSaRC are reaching out to innovative companies like yours to join them in showcasing your pioneering equipment within a prime government building. By participating, you’ll have the chance to engage directly with Home Office employees and elevate awareness of your company and products, while also supporting the upcoming Security & Policing event.

What’s more, selected participants will benefit from complimentary promotion across JSaRC’s social media channels, including features on their website, LinkedIn, and a spotlight in their monthly newsletter, which reaches a broad audience of SMEs and key stakeholders within and around government.

If you are interested, they would love to hear from you! Please express your interest by emailing jsarc@homeoffice.gov.uk by close of play on 25 October.

Please include a brief description of the technology you’d like to showcase, along with any available images, and an overview of your company’s work. Their events team will review all submissions, and you’ll be notified by 1 November if your company has been selected to take part.

This is your chance to be part of a high-profile event, network with influential figures in government and position your company at the forefront of innovation in the field

UK–Ukraine Defence Tech Forum – London

📅8 November ⏰08:30  📍London

ADS is a Partner Organisation of the UK-Ukraine Defence Tech Forum which is taking place on 8 November at RUSI in London.

Ukrainian and UK defence tech companies are developing their technologies and their effectiveness is being proven on the frontline. What is required now is to channel investment to enable rapid scaling-up and the advancement of these technologies in order to speed up their deployment. The Forum has been convened to bring together all key stakeholders – government, technology companies and VCs – for a timely discussion on how to achieve this.

The event follows on from the Ukrainian Drone Defence Forum in May at RUSI which encouraged collaboration between Ukrainian and British drone manufacturers and technology firms to scale up drone and electronic warfare  production and in which ADS Group members played a prominent role.

ADS members receive a 30% discount on the registration fee. When registering on the Forum website simply enter the code ADS30. For any questions contact the organisers at: stephen.butler@strategy-council.com

Click here to register