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A new unit to tackle regulatory barriers to innovation
A new unit to tackle regulatory barriers to innovation
Written by Nathan Mathiot, Head of Policy, ADS On 8 October 2024 the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology launched a new […]
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The Strategic Defence Review: ADS’ Submission
The Strategic Defence Review: ADS’ Submission
Written by ADS Defence Policy Adviser, Emma Baker Background: In July, the Prime Minister Commissioned a Strategic Defence Review, to be led […]
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ADS supports successful UK trade mission to Ukraine
ADS supports successful UK trade mission to Ukraine
Last week, ADS led a trade mission, on behalf of industry, to Kyiv to meet with the Ukrainian Government as well as […]
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Women in STEM and manufacturing: Continuing Ada Lovelace’s legacy
Women in STEM and manufacturing: Continuing Ada Lovelace’s legacy
When Ada Lovelace published her thoughts on the “Analytical Machine” in 1842, she set into motion a legacy that continues to be […]
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Early Market Engagement task and finish group launched
Early Market Engagement task and finish group launched
Written by ADS Defence Director Samira Braund The Defence Suppliers Forum (DSF) is a vital part of ADS’ engagement with Government on […]
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Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage – A podcast for industry by industry
Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage – A podcast for industry by industry
On International Podcast Day, we are taking a look back on Series 1 of our podcast Defence Talks: Securing UK Advantage, produced […]
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Aircraft manufacturer productivity peaks despite lagging orders
Aircraft manufacturer productivity peaks despite lagging orders
90 commercial aircraft were delivered in August 2024, the highest in that month of the year since 2018 Year-to-date aircraft orders are […]
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Five ways to meet ADS at Advanced Engineering 2024
Five ways to meet ADS at Advanced Engineering 2024
ADS is once again exhibiting at Advanced Engineering 2024. Advanced Engineering is a leading conference and exhibition for the engineering and manufacturing […]
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SME Spotlight – September 2024
SME Spotlight – September 2024
Welcome to ADS’ SME spotlight. As we enter September we have these three great companies that excel in everything from immersive training […]
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Generative AI: Taking off in Aerospace – Part of our Emerging Tech Series
Generative AI: Taking off in Aerospace – Part of our Emerging Tech Series
The first instalment of our Emerging Technologies series explored the applications of Generative AI – which is taking off in the aerospace […]
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Get into software engineering – National Coding Week
Get into software engineering – National Coding Week
With National Coding Week kicking off this week 16 – 22 September, it’s the perfect time to explore the diverse career pathways […]
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Introduction to our Engagement Manager for Space
Introduction to our Engagement Manager for Space
The UK’s space sector is a world leader in small satellites and at the forefront of a rapidly expanding global space economy. […]
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Changes to US export rules and how they will affect the UK
Changes to US export rules and how they will affect the UK
Written by Brinley Salzmann, Director – Overseas & Exports The AUKUS initiative, announced in September 2021, is designed to facilitate close cooperation […]
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REACH updates: EU REACH (re)authorisation of Chromates CR(VI)
REACH updates: EU REACH (re)authorisation of Chromates CR(VI)
ADS are monitoring EU REACH regulations closely, through the ADS Sustainable Materials (SusMat) Working Group, to raise awareness of the impacts to […]
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Access to Finance: a barrier to growth?
Access to Finance: a barrier to growth?
ADS members consistently report ambition to grow, and the demand signals across all four of our sectors are strong. Conversations with Government […]
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