The defence industry delivers on UK prosperity and innovation whilst protecting our nations and keeping our international alliances strong.
ADS supports and works with the UK MOD, the Home Office, the FCO, DIT UK Defence and Security Exports and the Security Services, helping Member companies to grow and export.
The defence team also provide a number of specialist services such as advice on export licensing, commercial issues, offsets, international trafficking in arms regulations and the EU Defence & Security Directive.
Our defence priorities include working with Government to ensure the UK Defence industry can maximise its contribution to national security and economic prosperity.
ADS operates a number of groups to support specialist business development requirements of its members. These are open to all members to join. Some of the areas covered include:
The policy team works with the government to shape the political, economic and business environment within which our Members operate. For the defence sector, working with the government also influences capability requirements and leads to business opportunities.
We facilitate the showcasing of defence capabilities by co-ordinating UK Pavilions at key global Defence trade shows and exhibitions. Many of these are hosted in partnership with UK Government. We also offer hospitality services and exhibiting opportunities at the biennial Farnborough International Airshow.
Training courses and workshops provide specialised and up to date knowledge on topics such as Ministry of Defence contracting frameworks, exporting regulations and procurement programmes. Webinars, conferences and briefings focus on market access and business development opportunities.
We partner with the Royal Air Force and Army HQ on a number of symposia to provide industry updates on requirements and programmes.
ADS has dedicated resource looking at markets and opportunities across the world. This information can be accessed in The Business Development Centre (BDC) in our Members Area.
Contact us to find out more about any of the areas that you may be interested in.
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