Who we are
The British Aviation Group is the leading representative body for British companies involved in aviation and airport development and operations. We work with UK Department for Business and Trade to help global aviation clients connect with the world class expertise of the British aviation sector. We represent around 200 member companies from across the supply chain including world leaders in all aspects of aviation.
What we do
Providing world class expertise to meet the challenges of global airports. BAG is the first port of call for global clients to connect to the British aviation expertise delivering solutions for airports both large and small.
Our Structure
BAG is a not for profit organisation and operates under the ADS Group Ltd umbrella and is open to both ADS Members and non-ADS members. The BAG Constitution provides further background on BAG’s role and aims.
Who We Work With
We work with and across a large number of organisations, partners, and supporting bodies to deliver a range of highly valued activities and services on behalf of our sector and the members we support.
Annual Review
The BAG Annual Review features BAG’s activities in a virtual and interactive way and highlights month by month what BAG has achieved, including key activities, Special Interest Groups and Regions, and how BAG has successfully engaged with its members throughout this year. Read more
Our Board
The British Aviation Group is governed by a Board, whose role it is to help guide BAG in its activities and strategies and to ensure that the Group meets the requirements of its members to represent them in the best way possible.
Our Team
The day-to-day work of the British Aviation Group is carried out by a dedicated and experienced team, including allocated event managers for each of our events.
Knowledge
Each day we bring you the latest airport and aviation news from across the globe in a single news source
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