Transforming aerospace through technology and innovation
The Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) creates the technology strategy for the UK aerospace sector and funds world-class research and development.
ATI Programme
£2bn
of grant funding has been awarded to UK organisations.
£3.64bn
the total industry-matched value of the ATI Programme.
419
projects now make up the portfolio.
Hydrogen Capability Network
Launched in April 2023 and funded by the Department for Business and Trade, the ATI's Hydrogen Capability Network is a project set up to identify and deliver the key requirements to accelerate the development of a new era of liquid hydrogen-powered flight in the UK.
Our strategy
Destination Zero is the technology strategy for UK aerospace, focusing on zero-carbon emission, ultra-efficient and cross-cutting enabling technologies.
Gary Elliott
Chief Executive Officer
Alan Newby
ATI Board Director
Paul Griffiths
ATI Board Director
Gavin Campbell
ATI Board Director
Dr Kedar Pandya
ATI Board Director
Susan Schofield B.Eng P.Eng MBA
VP Strategy Civil Airframe, GKN Aerospace
Janet Collyer
ATI Board Director
Paul Everitt
ATI Chair
Ben Stocks
ATI Board Director
Laura Cuss
Programme Director - Hydrogen Capability Network
Nour Eid
Head of Strategy & Commercial - Hydrogen Capability Network
Rachel Gillett
HR Manager
Ann Dysiewicz
IT Manager
Julie Etherden
Officer Manager & PA to the CTO
Dr Kiran Harish
Lead Technologist: Advanced Systems & Propulsion
Alex Hickson
Head of Technology: Structures, Manufacturing and Materials
Beene M’membe
Strategy Manager
Chris Low
Senior Manager - International Relations
Matthew Bailey
Senior Technologist: Structures, Manufacturing & Materials
Sophie Lane
Chief Relationships Officer
Karun Harrar
Innovation Associate
Corinne Morris
Executive Assistant & Office Manager
David Debney
Head of Technology: Whole Aircraft
Claire Smith
ATI Board Director
Nathan Harrison
Deputy Head of Communications
Dr Maria Nelson
Head of Innovation & Sustainability
Jacqueline Castle
Chief Technology Officer
Mike Biddle
ATI Board Director
John Warehand
Head of Communications
Becky Clark
Head of Finance
Adam Morton
Head of Technology - Sustainability and Strategy
James O’Doherty-Jennings
Advanced Technologist - Whole Aircraft
Tessa Simpson
Senior Sustainability Manager
Carrie Harris
ATI Board Director
Richard Coates
Head of Government Relations
Paul Adams
Chief Innovation Officer
Tom Halhead
Head of Technology: Advanced Systems & Propulsion
Our team
Our team is drawn from across the sector and beyond, providing stakeholders with the expertise, energy and passion to further the UK's aerospace industry.
ATI Conference 2025 returns to the ICC Wales, Newport on 4th & 5th November 2025! ✈️
Hear from expert speakers in a world-class plenary programme focused on the urgent issues affecting the sector globally. Plus, make new connections in our networking and exhibition space and join the conversation in our inspiring breakout sessions.
