Sustainable Skies World Summit 2025
Sustainable Skies World Summit 2025
2025 is set to be a major year for the transition to net zero aviation in the UK. The UK civil aerospace […]
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Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025 – 80th Anniversary
Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025 – 80th Anniversary
Today is Victory in Europe (VE) Day 2025, marking 80 years since the official surrender of Nazi Germany and the end […]
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Record UK Youth Rocketry Challenge sees Teignmouth Community School crowned national champions
Record UK Youth Rocketry Challenge sees Teignmouth Community School crowned national champions
Students from Teignmouth Community School in Devon claim victory at this year’s UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC). This year’s competition brought together […]
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Three quarters increase in aircraft orders in first quarter of 2025, ADS data shows
Three quarters increase in aircraft orders in first quarter of 2025, ADS data shows
521 aircraft orders placed in Q1 2025 is a 73% improvement on Q1 2024, with growing demand for both single-aisle and wide-body […]
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Celebrating NATEP: A Decade of Innovation and Impact
Celebrating NATEP: A Decade of Innovation and Impact
Making ideas happen Earlier this month, we came together to celebrate the conclusion of the National Aerospace Technology Exploitation Programme (NATEP) — […]
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Aerospace Strategy and Industry Engagement – Q1 Update
Aerospace Strategy and Industry Engagement – Q1 Update
The first round of aerospace focused special interest group (SIG) quarterly meetings has recently finished. Our groups have continued to balance strategic […]
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Spring Statement 2025 – 10 key policy wins for ADS & our sectors
Spring Statement 2025 – 10 key policy wins for ADS & our sectors
Key policy wins for ADS and our sectors within the Spring Statement: 1. Increasing the defence budget by £2.2 billion in 2025-26, […]
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Two thirds increase in aircraft orders shows signs of a stabilising aircraft market
Two thirds increase in aircraft orders shows signs of a stabilising aircraft market
February 2025 aircraft orders are up almost two thirds compared to 2024 figures 86 aircraft deliveries in February 2025 represents the highest […]
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Skills-based hiring for digital transformation in aerospace
Skills-based hiring for digital transformation in aerospace
The aerospace industry is increasingly embracing digital capabilities to drive significant improvements in productivity, operational efficiency, and competitiveness. As the sector navigates […]
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What does the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal mean for UK competitiveness?
What does the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal mean for UK competitiveness?
What has been announced? On 26 February 2025, the European Commission unveiled a new plan to support industrial competitiveness and resilience across […]
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Leading Defence Firms Demonstrate Record Progress in ESG Commitments
Leading Defence Firms Demonstrate Record Progress in ESG Commitments
Inaugural report from UK Defence ESG Charter shows half of energy used by signatories is renewable, at least a 20% increase in […]
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7 Things to Consider When Applying for an ADS Meet the Buyer Event
7 Things to Consider When Applying for an ADS Meet the Buyer Event
In today’s competitive marketplace, securing opportunities to engage with potential Buyers through B2B meetings can be a game-changer for suppliers. Examples of […]
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My marketing apprenticeship journey from ADS’ Marley Sookool
My marketing apprenticeship journey from ADS’ Marley Sookool
Starting an apprenticeship is an exciting journey filled with hands-on learning and real-world insight. In this blog for National Apprenticeship Week 2025, […]
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Hear from our members’ apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Hear from our members’ apprentices
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025! It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2025! Each year this week serves as a chance to bring together businesses […]
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Meet ADS Scotland’s Business Development Manager
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Meet ADS Scotland’s Business Development Manager
From apprentice toolmaker to ADS Business Development Manager: The Power of Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are the foundation of lifelong careers. In 2022, our […]
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