The Aerospace, Security, and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) presented its highly anticipated 2024 Facts & Figures Report during a press conference in Brussels. This comprehensive document provides an in-depth analysis of the European aerospace, security, and defence industries' performance in 2023, highlighting key trends, achievements, and the strategic challenges that lie ahead.

ASD Secretary General Jan Pie initiated the presentation by outlining significant milestones, including the sector's impressive employment figures, with over one million individuals directly employed in Europe’s aerospace and defence industries. Following the initial overview, ASD President and Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury and SAAB CEO and ASD Board Vice-Chairman Micael Johansson engaged in a dynamic Q&A session with journalists, addressing critical questions about the industry's trajectory.