News Navigation
News Navigation
News Navigation
ILA Berlin is one of the most important aerospace trade fairs in the world. With over 100 years of history, it is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the most innovative platforms in the industry. Every two years, the entire aviation value chain comes together at the Berlin ExpoCenter Airport south of the capital - from aircraft manufacturers and suppliers to start-ups, research institutes, space agencies and armed forces. Whether civil aviation, military applications, unmanned systems or space technology - the ILA impressively demonstrates where the globally networked aviation industry is heading. It is not only a place for technology transfer and innovation, but also a stage for political and social debates on sustainability, security and the mobility of the future.
Key topics at ILA Berlin include low-emission propulsion systems, CO₂-neutral flying, urban air mobility, digital control systems and automated flight solutions. The focus is on the transition to climate-friendly aviation. Manufacturers and suppliers will be presenting concepts for hydrogen drives, hybrid systems, lightweight construction technologies and synthetic fuels (SAF - Sustainable Aviation Fuels). In the military sector, new aircraft, surveillance systems and communication solutions will be presented. The integration of unmanned systems - whether drones for civilian use or remote-controlled platforms for security-relevant applications - will also play a major role at the trade fair. Anyone interested in other trade fairs in the capital will find a comprehensive overview of events with technological relevance at Berlin Trade Fair.
A separate segment of the ILA is dedicated to space travel - and this is becoming increasingly important. Institutional and private players present satellite solutions, launcher systems, communications infrastructure and developments in the fields of earth observation, navigation and space research. The focus here is on applications that have become indispensable for climate monitoring, disaster relief, agriculture and logistics. The trade fair impressively illustrates how space travel has long since become part of our everyday lives - and how this opens up economic and social opportunities for Europe and beyond.
With its clear focus on technology and B2B networking, ILA Berlin is first and foremost a trade fair. Decision-makers from industry, research, the military and politics meet here in a targeted manner. In addition to large corporations such as Airbus, Boeing, Rolls-Royce and Thales, many medium-sized companies, start-ups and universities are also represented. Trade visitors benefit from a packed program of presentations, panels, innovation forums and themed networking events. Current trends will be discussed as well as long-term strategies - for example, the reindustrialization of Europe in the aerospace sector or international cooperation in security policy.
Despite its clear technical focus, the ILA Berlin is traditionally also open to the interested public. On the so-called public days, visitors can view aircraft up close, take part in guided tours or find out about training and career opportunities in aviation. The air shows, in which civilian and military aircraft are presented in action, are particularly spectacular - a visual highlight with a high experience factor. Numerous educational initiatives, young talent programs and interactive offers are aimed specifically at school pupils, students and young career starters.
The ILA benefits significantly from the Berlin-Brandenburg location, which has been developing into an important cluster for aerospace technology for years. With BER Airport, proximity to ministries and the German Armed Forces, a large number of research institutes and a growing start-up scene, the region offers the best conditions for cooperation, innovation and investment. At the same time, the trade fair underlines Berlin's role as a European hub for international air traffic, political dialog and technological topics of the future.
The ILA Berlin is much more than a showcase for the aviation industry. It is a place where the future of mobility is negotiated in concrete terms - be it in the air, in space or in the infrastructure on the ground. Anyone interested in technological development, sustainable propulsion systems, security policy or global innovation strategies will find well-founded insights, top-class discussion partners and a globally unique range of topics at the ILA. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.ila-berlin.de
Trade fair reporting Germany - Trade fair knowledge, dates & events
