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With just over two months to go, countdown is officially underway for Farnborough International Airshow 2026 – a cornerstone event in the global aerospace and defence calendar.
ADS South West is proud to be showcasing the strength, innovation and capability of the aerospace sector in the South West of the UK.
We’re delighted to be introducing the exhibitors you can meet on our stand and highlighting the technologies, services and capabilities they bring to the global aerospace supply chain.
Meet the exhibitors on the ADS South West Stand:
Broadway Group
Broadway Group is a Bristol‑based, privately owned aerospace manufacturing group, with heritage dating back to 1938. Today, we employ around 200 people across four UK sites, delivering machined detail parts, assemblies, and surface treatments, offering a full turnkey solution to OEMs and Tier 1 customers across civil and defence aerospace. The group is made up of 3 companies, Broadway Engineering – Broadway AVPE and Broadway GET.
Contact Details:
Gavin Armstrong – Group Head of Business Development
gavin.armstrong@broadwayltd.co.uk
+447707289114
broadwaygroup.co.uk
DP Engineering
Precision engineering powered by automation from the outset. From washers to refuelling nozzles (1.0mm dia – 500mm cube). Using bespoke scheduling software and AI, we achieve 98.6% OTD and 99.8% RFT (<30 ppm), all with 100% renewable energy. Our agile CNC processes are tailored to your brief, delivering high quality at competitive rates with up to 5% YoY savings. AS9100-certified, with capabilities including turning, milling, assembly, APQP, and real-time scheduling.
Contact details:
Phillip Anthony – Sales & Marketing Director
sales@dpengineeringltd.co.uk & anthony@dpengineeringltd.co.uk
01209217400 & 07770977139
www.dpengineeringltd.co.uk
FAM Group
FAM Group specialises in investment, building lasting partnerships, and driving strategic growth within businesses. The group is proud to support a wide range of industries, including Defence, Aerospace, Naval, Oil and Gas, Automotive, and Electronics. Working across these sectors has allowed FAM Group to develop an extensive portfolio of customers and networks, forming a key part of its long-term strategy.
Piran Advanced Composites
Established in 2008, Piran Technology Group, which encompasses Piran Composites Limited and Piran Machining Limited, has built up a strong reputation for the design and manufacture of advanced composite components and structures across a wide customer base.
Focussing primarily on aerospace and defence, our capabilities include aircraft interiors, UAV, HAPS and Drone platforms including system integration.
Accredited to AS9100 and certified in accordance with Cyber Essentials Plus we offer the total package for your composite requirements.
Contact Details:
01841 521011
pirancomposites.com
Rotary Precision Instruments
For over 80 years, RPI UK has pioneered rotary and angular measurement solutions – trusted by aerospace, automotive, power generation, and engineering sectors worldwide. Whether it’s turbine rotor alignment or coordinate measuring machines, our expertise ensures industry-leading accuracy and reliability.
Contact Details:
+44(0)1225 426206
Somerset Council
Somerset Council is leading on the South West Future Flight Innovation Zone which is focussed on growing the market for future flight technologies (including Drone Tech). It is supporting the acceleration of the regulatory environment with Test & Evaluation facilities together with an extensive eco-system of enabling Organisations including Industrial Partners, academia, the Catapult Network, Met Office other Local Authorities and skills providers.
Contact Details:
Corinne Matthews CRAeS – Industrial Sectors Specialist
corinne.matthews@somerset.gov.uk
+44 (0) 7881 218670
Stirling Dynamics
Stirling Dynamics is a market leader in active control technology, with over 35 years of experience in designing, developing, and manufacturing cutting-edge pilot controls. Renowned for exceptional inceptor quality and robust design, we support international clients across both civil and military programmes. We deliver pilot controls and tailored solutions for training and simulation with deep and solid engineering expertise.
Contact Details:
enquiries@stirling-dynamics.com
+44 117 915 2500
UK Precision
UK Precision is an AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified sub‑contract precision engineering company specialising in the supply of high‑quality machined components. Serving advanced sectors including aerospace, defence, medical and motorsport, delivering exceptional quality, reliability and market leading on‑time delivery performance.
Contact Details:
01392 444066
Joining our exhibitors, we are delighted to welcome Legacy Renew and Exeter College to our hot desk area. If you would like to get involved with the ADS South West stand we have video advertising packages available. Contact southwest@adsgroup.org.uk to find out more.
The South West continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of aerospace, defence, security and space, and the exhibitors on the ADS South West stand reflect the innovation, expertise and collaboration that exists across the region.
From established aerospace manufacturers to emerging future flight innovators, each exhibitor brings unique capabilities and specialist knowledge to the global market.
If you’re attending Farnborough International Airshow 2026, make sure to visit the ADS South West stand in Hall 1, stand 1217 to meet the team, discover new opportunities for collaboration, and learn more about the organisations driving innovation across the South West.
We look forward to seeing you there!