Upcoming Trade Shows Paris, France for Aerospace, Airport Technology

When it comes to the aerospace industry, Paris holds its own second only to the Aerospace Valley – the superstar of France’s aerospace sector. In fact, when it comes to aeronautics specifically, the Paris Region has claimed the top position and continuously reshapes aviation as we know it today. In fact, 43% of French aeronautics R&D is done here, which cements the region as the engine of innovation across the country. It’s not an exaggeration to say that this region is where ideas take flight and transform into reality. The innovative spirit in Paris extends to urban air mobility (UAM), one of the most exciting developments in aviation to day. With rapid advancements in UAM technologies, the Paris Region is strategically building its UAM infrastructure. This initiative is aimed at capitalizing on the emerging opportunities. We need to remember that Paris will host the Olympic and Paralympic Games, which is the perfect time to develop the field as much as possible. The aerospace ecosystem in the Paris Region is nothing short of impressive. It’s the largest aviation cluster in Europe, featuring over 2000 business sites and providing employment for more than 100,000 people. Whether it's research, development or manufacturing, this ecosystem covers every aspect of the aerospace industry. The Paris Region is home to some of the most influential players in the aerospace sector. A global leader in aeronautics and space, Airbus maintains a presence in Elancourt for defense and space activities and operates a helicopter blade factory in Dugny. Then there’s Safran, which has approximately 20,000 employees across 20 sites. These locations include R&D centers focusing on composites and large-scale production activities, positioned strategically in Saclay and Buchet. Lastly, Thales employs nearly 14,000 people dedicated to aeronautical activities across nearly 25 sites. Their expertise spans navigation guidance systems, avionics, communication systems and optronics.