Key Highlights of Aero India 2025
- Event Schedule:
- Business Days: February 10, 11, and 12.
- Public Days: February 13 and 14, featuring air displays and static exhibitions.
- Inaugural Features:
- Curtain Raiser Event.
- Defence Ministers’ Conclave on the theme ‘BRIDGE – Building Resilience through International Defence and Global Engagement’.
- CEOs’ Round-Table for promoting foreign Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and domestic defence manufacturing partnerships.
- The Manthan Start-Up Event, showcasing cutting-edge innovations.
- India Pavilion:
A showcase of indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, aligned with the Make-in-India initiative, featuring state-of-the-art technologies ready for global adoption. - Dynamic Exhibitions and Displays:
- Aerobatic performances and live demonstrations of modern aerospace platforms.
- An exclusive iDEX Pavilion, highlighting innovative start-ups and their contributions to the defence and aerospace sectors.
International Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships
The Defence Ministers’ Conclave will facilitate dialogue on mutual prosperity and security among nations. Bilateral meetings involving key Indian defence officials and international dignitaries will aim to bolster defence ties and explore new avenues for collaboration.
The CEOs’ Round-Table will serve as a platform for global and Indian leaders, including CEOs and CMDs of public and private defence firms, to discuss opportunities for manufacturing in India and expand business partnerships.
A Legacy of Excellence
Aero India has grown into a globally renowned aerospace exhibition since its inception in 1996, attracting dignitaries, businesses, and investors from across the world. The last edition in 2023 witnessed over 7 lakh visitors, representatives from 98 countries, and 809 exhibitors, culminating in over 250 partnerships worth Rs 75,000 crore.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 edition promises to surpass its predecessors, aiming for grander participation, more significant partnerships, and further advancements in the aerospace sector. Aero India 2025 is set to cement its position as a driving force in the global aerospace and defence industries.
