Strategy Development for Aerospace & Defence .

Strategy Development

European defence spending is rising faster than at any point in a generation, but the opportunities are uneven. Budgets flow through specific programmes, procurement routes and prime contractors, and growth plans only succeed when they reflect that reality. Compass helps aerospace and defence companies, and the investors behind them, define where to compete and how to win.

Who we work with.

  • Defence and aerospace OEMs and Technology Leaders planning their next phase of growth

  • Civil and dual-use companies entering the defence market

  • Private equity owners shaping value-creation plans for portfolio companies

  • Management teams preparing for a transaction or capital raise


Why Compass?

  • Sector focus: we work exclusively in aerospace, defence and national security.

  • Senior advisor network: access to former industry executives and procurement experts.

  • Transaction perspective: our strategies are built to hold up in front of investors and acquirers.

Growth strategy

We identify the segments, programmes and customers with the strongest funded demand, and turn them into a prioritised growth plan with clear targets.

Market entry / Go-to-Market Strategies

For companies entering new countries or the defence market, we assess procurement routes, partnering options, qualification requirements and realistic timelines.

Portfolio and M&A strategy

We define buy-and-build theses, screen acquisition targets and test strategic fit before you approach a seller.

Competitive benchmarking

We compare your positioning, capabilities and performance against relevant peers, as customers and investors see them.



What we deliver.