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Aircraft manufacturing has continued to match 2016 levels over the first quarter this year.

Sixth record year for UK Aerospace industry

Air February 1, 2017

ADS Group has released annual figures for the UK aerospace industry confirming a sixth consecutive record-breaking year. With some 1,443 commercial aircraft coming off the production line in 2016, UK industry success has seen some £27Bn investment, an increase of £4Bn on 2015. The ADS expects that this success will continue through ...

The UK will see delivery of its first P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft in 2019, following a commitment by the UK and US to deepen defence cooperation between the two nations.

P-8A programme progresses

Air January 26, 2017

The UK will see delivery of its first P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft in 2019, following a commitment by the UK and US to deepen defence cooperation between the two nations. Minister for Defence Procurement Harriett Baldwin signed a declaration with Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work yesterday that will see maritime ...

Following our look at the impact Brexit could have on the UK defence industry, we talk to industry members about their thoughts on the impact.

Brexit : industry reacts

January 25, 2017

Prime Minister Theresa May has set her 12 priorities for Brexit as part of the Plan for Britain after leaving the EU. The Prime Minister stated: “I want this United Kingdom to emerge from this period of change stronger, fairer, more united and more outward-looking than ever before. I want us ...

Brexit: The impact on the Defence industry

January 23, 2017

The Defence industry plays a vital role not only in terms of the nation’s security but also in its contribution the UK’s economy. According to the latest figures from aerospace and defence trade body, ADS, the Defence industry has an annual turnover of £65Bn; enjoys an export market worth £35Bn; supports ...