Aero India 2025: A Gateway to Opportunities
Aero India 2025 is set to be a landmark event in the aerospace sector. Scheduled from February 10 to 14, 2025, this 15th edition of Asia’s largest aero show will take place at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka. With the theme “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities,” the event aims to foster partnerships between Indian and foreign firms. It will also explore new avenues in the global value chain, accelerating the indigenisation process in the aerospace industry.
Event Schedule and Highlights
The event will unfold over six days, with the first three days designated as business days. These days will focus on networking and discussions among industry leaders and stakeholders. The public days, February 13 and 14, will allow visitors to experience the excitement of the show firsthand. Attendees can look forward to breathtaking air displays and static exhibitions showcasing a wide array of military platforms from the aerospace sector.
Aero India 2025 will feature a variety of significant events, including a curtain raiser, an inaugural ceremony, and a Defence Ministers’ Conclave. The CEOs’ Round-Table will provide a platform for discussions on manufacturing opportunities in India. Additionally, the Manthan start-up event will highlight innovations from emerging companies. The exhibition area will include the India Pavilion, showcasing indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities and cutting-edge technologies.
Strategic Partnerships and Global Engagement
A key focus of Aero India 2025 will be fostering strategic partnerships with friendly nations. The Defence Ministers’ Conclave will revolve around the theme “BRIDGE – Building Resilience through International Defence and Global Engagement.” This theme reflects the current geopolitical landscape and emphasizes the importance of cooperation among nations.
Bilateral meetings will take place at various levels, including discussions involving the Raksha Mantri (Defence Minister) and Chief of Defence Staff. These meetings aim to strengthen defence and aerospace ties with other countries. By exploring new avenues for collaboration, the event seeks to elevate partnerships to new heights.
Showcasing Innovation and Indigenous Capabilities
Aero India 2025 will prominently feature the India Pavilion, which underscores the country’s commitment to the Make-in-India initiative. This pavilion will showcase indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities and advanced technologies ready for the global market.
The event will also spotlight Indian start-ups, with a dedicated iDEX pavilion showcasing a range of state-of-the-art technologies and products developed by these innovative companies. Dynamic aerobatic displays and live technology demonstrations will provide attendees with an immersive experience, highlighting the potential of modern aerospace platforms.
In addition to exhibitions and displays, a series of seminars will cover various important themes, further enriching the event’s offerings.
A Legacy of Success
Aero India has established itself as a premier aerospace exhibition since its inception in 1996. The previous edition attracted over 700,000 visitors, including dignitaries from 98 countries and 809 exhibitors. This included businesses, investors, start-ups, and MSMEs. The last event resulted in more than 250 partnerships, including 201 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), and technology transfers worth over ₹75,000 crore.
Aero India 2025 aims to build on this legacy, promising to be even bigger and more impactful. With its focus on innovation, collaboration, and showcasing India’s aerospace capabilities, the event is poised to set new milestones in the industry.
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