Produced by ADS Group Media, the UK trade association representing more than 2,000 member companies, alongside Farnborough International, organisers of the Farnborough International Airshow, ADS Advance provides authoritative coverage of the key issues and developments shaping these sectors.

Bringing together a quarterly magazine, a daily online news service and a weekly newsletter, Advance offers a platform for stakeholders across government, the armed forces, and industry to exchange insight and news. Its editorial content focuses on the topics that matter most, delivering informed market analysis for those working across the sectors.

Established in 2011, Advance is essential reading for organisations and individuals across the full supply chain. It delivers clear, authoritative insight into developments in UK, European and global markets, going beyond the headlines with contributions from award-winning journalists, industry commentators and analysts.

ADS is the trade association for the UK’s aerospace, defence, security, and space industries, representing over 2,000 members.

We work with those sectors to secure the UK’s advantage, enhance the UK’s international positioning as a go-to destination for innovation, and deliver on our sustainable leadership goals.

Whether representing industry, connecting our members with business opportunities, or driving forward innovation and growth, ADS is at the forefront of activities that benefit UK industry.

Discover the breaking stories, latest news and industry insight from ADS Advance.

“We will do it together”: Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers message to Farnborough International Airshow attendees
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“We will do it together”: Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers message to Farnborough International Airshow attendees
Burnham was appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on 20 July, day one of the world’s largest international airshow
Aerospace

21 Jul 2026

Aerospace industry unites for UK recruitment campaign to tackle skills shortages
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Aerospace industry unites for UK recruitment campaign to tackle skills shortages
Trade body ADS launches ‘There’s Aerospace For You’ recruitment campaign – backed by Airbus, GKN Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Rolls-Royce and Safran – to help tackle the skills shortages that threaten future growth.
Aerospace

26 Jul 2026

NATS wins DGCA contract in Kuwait
NATS DGCA Kuwait.
NATS wins DGCA contract in Kuwait
The contract award will utilise NATS’ expertise to advance towards the delivery of Kuwait Vision 2035.
Aerospace

24 Jul 2026

Construction begins on British Army facilities at Tidworth and Warminster
Construction start ceremony at Battlesbury Barracks, Warminster.
Construction begins on British Army facilities at Tidworth and Warminster
Construction has begun at Tidworth and Warminster to deliver new and improved facilities for British military personnel whilst enhancing operational efficiency.
Defence

24 Jul 2026

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