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Many UK automotive suppliers have the capacity, automation and delivery discipline that aerospace and defence need. So what is stopping the UK supply chain pivoting to these sectors? After a revealing working session in Birmingham, Jon Roden reflects on what needs to happen next.

Defence deal activity is at a decade high, we explore how private capital can support the sector and emerging opportunities.

The current conflict in the Middle East poses the most profound impact on aviation since the pandemic. We look at the salient issues and how we can help.

The Aerospace and Defence (A&D) market entered 2026 with more momentum than at any point in the past decade. Geopolitical instability, rising defence budgets and a recovering commercial aviation cycle have not only lifted performance – they’ve reshaped portfolio priorities and accelerated consolidation across the sector.