Through the ADS Finance Forum we support companies to grow and develop their business by providing information on general financial issues, the role finance can play in sustainability, and implications of patents and trademarks.
Through our Business Development Centre and dedicated Market Intelligence Analyst, we also signpost where funding support including funding calls, loans, and business support may be available to help delivered improvements.
Santander Navigator is a one stop shop that helps businesses identify growth opportunities, navigate bureaucratic challenges, tap into emerging talent and optimise logistics. Some services are free, whilst others require subscription. Find out more about the Navigator here.
Our aims are to expand this unique workforce capability and national advantage by delivering sector investment and knowledge to the frontiers of advanced manufacturing.
The last fortnight in Westminster has been a busy one for our four sectors. This started with the publication of Professor […]
Read moreThe Chancellor of the Exchequer presented the Autumn Statement on 22 November 2023, setting out the Government’s (HMG) economic priorities and tax […]
Read moreUK advanced manufacturing can support sustainable regional and national economic growth, but this requires long-term political vision and commitment, according to the […]
Read moreADS member confidence remains robust in Q3 with growth opportunities sought in exports The regular Industry Outlook survey to ADS members has […]
Read moreOn 22 November 2023 the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, will present the Autumn Statement, which will provide an update on […]
Read moreAddressing the skills gap is a critical challenge for our sectors. There are many entry routes, but those taking a career break […]
Read moreBlog written by Meg Naylor, NPF Chair September’s Development Series webinar saw Dr Helen Almey, Head of Capability Engagement – National Security, […]
Read moreWritten by Zach West, MBDA secondee. Introduction On 12 September 2023 Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) released a refreshed strategy, following their […]
Read moreWritten by Will Stone, MBDA Secondee. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in defence is a topic that often induces visions of […]
Read moreThe formation of AUKUS builds on the long-standing history and cooperation between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States which have […]
Read moreThe importance of the UK defence sector continues to grow as global threats and volatility increases. The defence sector directly employs 147,500 […]
Read moreBy Meg Naylor, NPF Chair The most recent instalment in the New Professionals Forum’s ‘Development Series’ came from Caitlin Percy, an Operational […]
Read moreFrom technology and exports to apprenticeships and investment, ADS sectors are vital to Northern Ireland’s growth. On track to achieve a target […]
Read moreWelcome to the ADS Pavilion – our sell-out United Kingdom pavilion at DSEI 2023, where more than 190 members have joined us […]
Read moreExplore a range of sustainable offers this summer From the clothes you wear, the methods of transport you use or the food […]
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