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.

Element, Wimborne Seminar 

6 December 2023

Element Materials Technology (Element) would like to invite you to join them for a comprehensive exploration of defence and aerospace testing, featuring expert presentations and discussions on various topics crucial to defence, avaiation, maritime, and land equipment testing.  Element’s seminar will cover a broad spectrum of subjects, from EMC testing to digital engineering to environment simulation.

The agenda for the day is filled with information sessions led by industry experts.  Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store for you:

Agenda Highlights

08:30 Check-in, Badge Collection, and Networking

09:00 Seminar Kick-off with Technical Director Steve Hayes

09:10 Unlocking the World of DO-160

09:35 Exploring EMI Requirements

10:00 HIRF & Reverb Testing

11:00 Direct & Indirect Lightning Testing

14:00 Lightning Strikes: Insights and Solutions using COMSOL Multiphysics

14:30 Understanding Environmental Requirements

This seminar is tailored for professional engineers working in the defence and aerospace sectors, from design and development to certification.  This presents an opportunity to enhance your knowledge, network with experts, and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in defence testing.

Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to accelerate your business’s development and manufacturing processes to meet the most exacting safety standards.

Register for free to secure your sport and gain insights that will benefit your business.  This is a rare chance to immerse yourself in the world of defence and aerospace testing.

 

Space Suppliers Summit

February 2024

ADS is pleased to be once again supporting the Space Suppliers Summit taking place in Glasgow in February 2024.

The Space Suppliers Summit is an international business convention connecting buyers and suppliers from across the space manufacturing sector. Now into its second edition, the convention is an opportunity for companies to showcase their unique capabilities, share insights and ideas, and create new networks through targeted business meetings and a high-level conference.

ADS and UKspace members are entitled to a further 10% discount off the reduced member price for the table-top and 4m2 packages until 30th June 2023. The discounted Sponsorship and Exhibition packages can be found on the SSC webpage under the Calling notices & Events tab. Please click here to access details of the packages.

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