Upcoming Trade Shows in UK for Aerospace, Airport Technology

The UK’s aerospace industry ranks second globally, surpassed only by the United States. With $32 billion in civil aerospace turnover in 2021, the UK showcases its dominance on a large scale as most of this revenue was generated through exports. In fact, over 98% of domestic aerospace production is exported – and the UK is not even known for the production of large civil aircrafts. Key players like Airbus in Broughton and Boeing in Sheffield contribute to the UK’s aerospace prestige. Airbus assembles wings for all Airbus civil aircraft, including the cutting-edge A350 XWB. Boeing's manufacturing facility in Sheffield marks its first site in Europe. GKN Aerospace plays a crucial role by producing the Advanced Technology Winglet for the Boeing 737 MAX. Furthermore, Rolls-Royce-manufactured engines power over 35 types of commercial aircraft with a global presence of over 13,000 engines in service. The rise of drones is reshaping industries across the UK from emergency services to construction and oil and gas. In Coventry, the world's first urban drone airport, Air-One, opened its doors in April 2022, with plans to accommodate electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOL) air taxis. Projections estimate that drones could boost the UK GDP by $53 billion and create 600,000 jobs by 2030. Notably, drones are revolutionizing the oil & gas sector and utilities industry for tasks such as powerline inspections. In the realm of commercial space, the UK is also scoring high as 2021 reports estimate turnover at over $22 billion. The ambitious goal is to secure 10% of the global space market by 2030, propelled by steady growth and world leadership in nano- and small satellites. In fact, 40% of all small satellites currently in orbit were Made in the UK. The UK's commercial space sector is experiencing serious investments in emerging technologies and services, driven by industry, venture capital, and government support.