ADS

ADS is the UK trade association advancing leadership in aerospace, defence, security and space, enabling prosperity and clean, secure growth for the nation. Representing more than 1,200 member companies, from SMEs to global primes, ADS works to strengthen the UK’s industrial base, drive innovation, and support competitiveness across domestic and international markets.

Through policy advocacy, skills development, export support and collaboration programmes, ADS helps its members navigate complex regulatory environments and access new opportunities. At Space-Comm Europe, ADS plays a key role in connecting industry, government and academia, supporting the growth of the UK space sector and promoting collaboration across Europe’s evolving space communications ecosystem.