Germany Events Aviation Forum

Aviation Forum 2025 – Europe’s Key Event for the Global Aviation Industry

December 10-11, 2025

The Aviation Forum—a tailored conference program connecting aerospace suppliers with OEMs and systems integrators—takes place December 10-11 in Hamburg. The 15th edition of the event will be held in a hybrid format at Congress Center Hamburg. The first Aviation Forum was jointly initiated by Hannover-based IPM AG and Airbus Group. Airbus has renewed its endorsement in 2024, with CPO Dr. Jürgen Westermeier as the official event patron.

The Aviation Forum aims to provide a strategic outlook on topics that are relevant for the entire value chain of the aerospace manufacturing industry. Among the event partners and sponsors of the last Aviation Forum were Airbus, Boeing, and the German Aerospace Industries Association (Competence Partners); Collins Aerospace, Diehl Aviation, and Thales (Platinum); Blaser Swisslube, Capgemini, Dassault Systems, MRplangroup, P3, SupplyOn (Gold), adesso, Air Liquide, Liebherr Aerospace, MTU Aero Engines, and the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance (Silver). At this year’s event, the organizers expect 130+ exhibitors and 900+ trade visitors ready to position their companies for 2026. AI-based matchmaking software will offer a best-in-class experience to the virtual participants.

The conference agenda of the Aviation Forum 2023 was based on three main topics under the motto of “Building the future of aerospace – pioneer, collaborate, and accelerate now!” Over 70 speakers shared their thoughts on strong collaborations & digitalization, sustainable strategies & innovations as well as resilient operations & processes.

Exhibitor Support Program (ESP)

The U.S. Commercial Service will be present to support the U.S. exhibitors at the 15th Aviation Forum. Through the ESP, we will be able to provide you with a variety of services, including market research, assistance in connecting with suitable business partners and other customized services. Please note, however, that this year’s program is affected by other trade events in October and November. Therefore, ESP participation is limited to 3 companies, while the general promotion campaign covers all U.S. exhibitors. The ESP includes the following elements:

Focused email promotion of U.S. exhibitors to local contacts in the aerospace industry in Germany (FREE)
Virtual counseling, market research, and interpreting assistance (FREE)
Company and products listing on our international buyer-targeted Aviation Forum promotion page (FREE)

IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER FOR OUR SUPPORT SERVICES AT THE 15TH AVIATION FORUM, PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE BELOW LISTED EMAIL ADDRESS. THE PARTICIPATION IS LIMITED TO 3 COMPANIES.

Your U.S. Commercial Service Contact

At the show, aerospace specialist Moritz Holst will be working the floor on behalf of the U.S. participants out of the IPM Lounge. To request additional support leading up to the 15th Aviation Forum, or to receive advice on the German market, please contact U.S. Commercial Service aerospace specialist for Germany:

Moritz von Holst
U.S. Commercial Service Munich
Phone: +49 (89) 2888-754
Email: moritz.holst@trade.gov

For more information on the 15th Aviation Forum please visit the organizer’s website https://www.aviation-forum.com.

*Note on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR): Both the U.S. Commercial Service and IPM are proactively engaged in defending American companies against counterfeit and copyright infringement. Please see our guidelines about IPR at Trade Fairs in Germany on our website. It shows how exhibitors can be supported on this very important subject. Also see information about the Commerce Department’s Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy (STOP!) and the State Department’s Office of International Intellectual Property Enforcement (IPE).