ADS appoints Holly Driver as Executive Director of Aerospace

ADS, the UK trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, has today announced the appointment of Holly Driver as its new Executive Director of Aerospace.

With over 15 years’ experience across the aerospace industry, spanning engineering, manufacturing, strategy and commercial roles, Holly is the latest individual to join the ADS senior leadership team, bringing a wealth of expertise to help the trade association champion the UK aerospace sector.

Prior to joining ADS, Holly was an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, advising organisations across the aerospace, automotive and infrastructure sectors and leading complex transformation programmes spanning strategy, operations and supply chain performance.

How close collaboration with partners will advance aerospace sector priorities

In her new role at ADS, Holly will lead the trade association’s aerospace sector activities, working closely with members, Government and industry partners to represent the sector’s priorities. She will help shape the conditions for future growth, supporting efforts to secure a leading role in next-generation aerospace programmes while strengthening the competitiveness of the UK aerospace industry.

Kevin Craven, CEO of ADS Group, said: “I am delighted to welcome Holly as our new Executive Director of Aerospace at ADS. Holly joins us with an impressive breadth of experience from across the aerospace sector, combining deep technical understanding with strategic and commercial expertise.

“The race to ramp up production and secure work on the next generation of single-aisle aircraft is already underway and the UK has a tremendous opportunity to build on its strengths. Holly’s appointment comes at an important moment for our sector and I have no doubt she will be a powerful advocate for our members and the continued growth of UK aerospace.”

Holly Driver, newly appointed ADS Executive Director of Aerospace, said: “I am delighted to be joining ADS at such an important time for the UK aerospace sector. Aerospace is one of the UK’s greatest industrial success stories, supporting highly skilled jobs, driving innovation and delivering economic growth across the country.

“There are huge opportunities ahead for the sector and I look forward to working with ADS members, policymakers and industry partners to ensure the UK is in the strongest possible position to seize them and build on our capabilities.”