ANT Industries is proud to be part of the remarkable expansion of the UK aerospace, defence, security, and space sectors over the past decade. This growth has been driven by relentless innovation, increased demand for defence capabilities, and a burgeoning interest in space exploration. Despite frequent disruptions and challenges, these industries have delivered “truly staggering” growth between 2013 and 2023.
Shaun Rowley, Managing Director of ANT Industries, shared his insights on this impressive progress according to ADS Group Ltd researc h: “The UK has demonstrated its resilience and capacity for innovation, achieving unprecedented growth in aerospace, defence, security, and space sectors. Our commitment to excellence has been unwavering, even in the face of significant challenges.”
The ADS Group Ltd growth metrics for the past decade are indeed impressive:
- GVA up by 50%
- Turnover up by 40%
- Exports up by 32%
- Employment up by 29%
“These figures reflect the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in these industries,” Rowley continued. “From engineers to policymakers, our collective efforts have positioned the UK as a global leader in these critical sectors.”
The UK has untold opportunities to further develop and expand its existing strengths. Key areas of focus include additive manufacturing, lightweighting, decarbonisation, and the use of quantum computers for threat mapping. “Our advancements in additive manufacturing and lightweighting are setting new standards in efficiency and performance,” said Rowley. “Furthermore, our initiatives in decarbonisation and quantum computing are paving the way for a more sustainable and secure future.”
Given the political instability the country has experienced recently, it is imperative that the new government acknowledges the international attention that the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) receives. Rowley stated the importance of this: “The FIA is a prime opportunity to showcase the UK’s capabilities and send a clear signal to both the industry and the global community that the UK is committed to these opportunities. It’s crucial that the government harnesses this platform to demonstrate our seriousness about continued growth and innovation.”
ANT Industries stands with ADS Group Ltd in celebrating these achievements and looks forward to contributing to the future successes of the UK’s aerospace, defence, security, and space sectors.