The AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe, ASD, represents the aeronautics, space, defence and security industries in Europe in all matters of common interest with the objective of promoting and supporting the competitive development of the sector. ASD pursues joint industry actions which require to be dealt with on a European level or which concern issues of an agreed transnational nature, and generates common industry positions.

ASD has 27 member associations in 20 countries across Europe. In 2011 over 2000 aeronautics, space and defence companies in these countries employed more than 730.000 people and generated a turnover of almost €171.5 billion.

The President and Chairman of the Council of ASD is Mr Jean-Paul Herteman, CEO of Safran.

The ASD Secretariat is based in Brussels with an office in Paris. Mr Gert Runde is the Secretary General.