ASD welcomes EM&E Group, strengthening links across Europe’s defence ecosystem

The Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) is pleased to welcome EM&E Group, a fast-growing Spanish mid-cap defence company, as the newest member of its community. 

This addition reflects ASD’s ongoing commitment to fostering a united, competitive, and forward-looking industrial ecosystem in Europe.

Headquartered in Spain, EM&E brings to ASD a robust record of achievement in the national and European defence landscape. With a workforce exceeding 1,400 employees and an estimated turnover of over €350 million in 2024, EM&E exemplifies the dynamism and ambition powering Europe’s strategic autonomy. A key contributor to several major Spanish defence programmes, EM&E collaborates extensively across the European industrial ecosystem. 

“EM&E represents the kind of agile, innovative and deeply rooted European enterprise that is critical to reinforcing Europe’s defence industrial capabilities”, said Jan Pie, Secretary General of ASD. “Their arrival comes at a time when European cooperation, resilience and readiness are more essential than ever. We are delighted to welcome them to the ASD family.”

EM&E CEO, Fernando Fernández said: 
“At EM&E Group, we believe that the future of Europe’s security lies in unity, innovation, and resilience. Joining ASD is a statement of our belief in the power of collaboration to shape the challenges of Europe’s defence landscape. Together, we will strengthen the ties that safeguard our future based on cooperation, progress and collective strength.”

ASD’s membership spans over 4,000 companies active across civil aviation, defence, security, and space, collectively accounting for more than 98% of the industry’s total turnover and 93% of employment in Europe. From SMEs to large multinationals, ASD unites the value chain to speak with one voice on policy and regulatory matters, ensuring that the sector’s expertise informs EU decision-making and global standards.

“Europe’s security and prosperity rest on a strong industrial foundation,” continued Jan Pie. “By bringing companies like EM&E into our network, we strengthen our collective capacity to deliver the technologies and systems that protect citizens and support European resilience and security.”

As EM&E joins ASD, their addition strengthens a community bound by a shared purpose: to build a sustainable, secure, and globally competitive Europe. Together, our industries connect and protect millions of lives every day – through innovation, resilience, and a deep-rooted commitment to Europe's safety, prosperity, and technological leadership.