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.

easyJet takeover deadline brings airline ownership rules into focus
EasyJet Airbus A321
easyJet takeover deadline brings airline ownership rules into focus
With two US-backed bidders considering firm offers, easyJet’s future may depend as much on complex ownership and control rules as it does on price.
Aerospace

3 Aug 2026

First UK-built Britten-Norman Islander rollout strengthens UK aircraft manufacturing
Britten Norman first UK built Islander rollout
First UK-built Britten-Norman Islander rollout strengthens UK aircraft manufacturing
The rollout of aircraft 2317 at Bembridge marks the return of complete Islander production to Britain, supporting skilled employment, domestic supply chains and future aerospace exports.
Aerospace

3 Aug 2026

UK commits £8.4bn to launch next production phase of Dreadnought submarine programme
Royal Navy Dreadnought submarine
UK commits £8.4bn to launch next production phase of Dreadnought submarine programme
The UK has committed £8.4 billion to the next production phase of the Dreadnought-class submarine, its long-term nuclear deterrent.
Defence

31 Jul 2026

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