AMD is the only trade association of South Africa's defence industry (SADI) and is mandated by its members to promote and champion the collective interests of the industry. It comprises a cluster of leading companies in the South African private and public sector that supply defence material, products and services.
The Department of Trade and Industry (the DTI) recognises AMD as the industry association representing the Aerospace and Defence Sectors. It also recognises AMD as a Joint Export Action Group. AMD has worked closely with the DTI in developing and implementing the Aerospace Strategy and is engaging the department in developing a strategy for the defence industry.
