The industry that connects and protects
Get to know usASD is the voice of the European Aerospace, Security and Defence industry. We actively support the competitive development of the industry at both European and global levels, providing expertise to institutions and member companies.
European Defence & Security Summit 2024
ASD and European Business Summits are pleased to announce the 7th European Defence & Security Summit, which will take place in Brussels on 17 April 2024.
2024 will be a pivotal year for Europe’s security. Against this background, the 2024 edition of the European Defence and Security Summit will focus on the defence industrial dimension of European security. It will bring together European leaders and practitioners from across national governments, EU institutions, NATO, industry, and armed forces to discuss how Europe can meet todays and tomorrow’s security challenges
Value to society
The aerospace, defence, security, and space industries are integral to our lives. From connecting people across the globe, to keeping us safe, these industries play a vital role in our interconnected world.
- Protecting freedomBuilding resilience for a safer tomorrow
- Connecting peopleWhere distance is no barrier
- Global trade by airConnecting opportunities
- Providing vital medical aidWhen speed saves lives
- Protecting critical infrastructureSafeguarding Europe’s vital lifelines
- Disaster relief & rescue missionsSolutions for saving lives
- Aviation safetyThe safest way to travel is getting safer
- Space observationWhere distance is no barrier
- Future-facing careersSkills for innovation
Focus areas
How we work as the voice of the aerospace, security and defence industry to support, inform and represent our members for a safe and sustainable future. All Focus areas
- SustainabilityFrom aviation's net-zero goal, to decarbonisation in defence, our industry is innovating for a greener future
- ProtectEmpowering Europe's defence - explore access to finance, capacity building, cyber defence, and critical raw materials
- ConnectExplore air traffic management, safety, urban air mobility, and aviation cyber security, shaping a future of safety, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology
Highlights
Dive into news, stories, and updates reflecting the vital role the aerospace, security and defence industry plays in our well-being, safety and progress. Explore our News & Media section
- ASD presents policy recommendations for EU political cycle 2024–2029The Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) has released its Policy Recommendations for the forthcoming European Parliament and Commission mandate spanning from 2024 to 2029.
- ASD's view on cyber security in aviationLearn why ASD believes the existing Part IS framework surpasses NIS2 in providing cyber security measures and in protecting the EU’s aviation safety and economy.
- EU backs defence industry investmentASD welcomed EU defence ministers' statement on finance access for the defence industry. Addressing critical issues for the EU defence technological and industrial base, the statement emphasises the importance of policies supporting industry financing. Jan Pie, ASD Secretary General, sees it as a crucial step for a more secure Europe.
Key industry data 2022
- 46,000
New jobs in 2022
- 921,000
Direct employees
- 3.5 m
Total employment supported
- 9.8 %
Turnover growth in 2022
Some of our Members
- Members
Get in touch
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Call us on+32 2 775 81 10
Email us atinfo@asd-europe.com