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05 Jun 24. ILA Berlin kicks off with a wide-ranging display of innovation, new technology and sustainability.
- Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz to open the event
- Minister for Economic Affairs Robert Habeck, Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius and Minister of Transport Volker Wissing to visit ILA
- The EU Commission is the strategic partner of the event
- 600 exhibitors from 31 countries
- Aircraft at ILA: Emirates A380, A310 ZeroG, A321XLR, Beluga ST, Eurofighter, F-35, NH90, Lilium Jet, Loyal Wingman, Eurodrone
- From climate-neutral aviation to defence systems in space – a wide-ranging programme on four STAGES
ILA Berlin 2024 kicks off today with the slogan ‘Pioneering Aerospace’. Over the next five days at Berlin/Brandenburg’s airport BER the focus is on the future of aerospace. The industry’s leading trade fair for sustainability, new technologies and innovation is the meeting place of the international industry, policymakers, armed forces and science. Under the headings Defence & Support, Aviation, Space, Suppliers and Advanced Air Mobility, ILA Berlin covers the entire range of the aerospace market. What makes ILA unique is its wide-ranging programme on four STAGES, where the focus is on climate-neutral aviation, new mobility and space security.
Visits by high-ranking politicians: Federal Chancellor Scholz to open ILA
In view of the political and strategic importance of the aerospace industry, high-ranking politicians have announced their participation. Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz will officially open ILA Berlin 2024. Among those accompanying him on the opening tour will be Federal Minister of Transport and Digital Affairs Dr. Volker Wissing, Brandenburg’s Minister President Dr. Dietmar Woidke, Berlin’s Senator for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises Franziska Giffey, and Director General GD DEFIS of the European Commission Timo Pesonen. Also due to attend ILA Berlin are Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Dr. Robert Habeck, Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius, as well as CDU party leader Friedrich Merz and numerous other political representatives from Germany and abroad. On 5 June the federal ministers and Friedrich Merz will take part in tours open to the press. The exact times can be found here.
ILA Berlin – the largest aerospace exhibition in the EU
The European Commission is the strategic partner of the event and for the first time is represented at ILA with four directorates general (Mobility and Transport, Defence Industry and Space, Research and Innovation and Climate Action). Taking as its slogan ’Airborne in Europe’, the European Commission and ILA Berlin have made it their goal to strengthen Europe’s technological leadership and pave the way for a sustainable future for aerospace. With European elections taking place soon, ILA also sets the tone for European solidarity and sovereignty.
BDLI President Dr. Michael Schöllhorn: ”ILA is a showcase of our industry’s strength. This is where one can find new solutions – for sustainable aviation, defending a sovereign Europe, independent access to space. We in Europe are among the world leaders in aerospace technology. To maintain that role policymakers must take bold decisions and create the right framework for the industry to act upon. ILA is the ideal venue for engaging in an even closer dialogue on these issues.“
Exhibitors from all over the world present hi-tech solutions
Around 600 exhibitors from 31 countries are represented at ILA – including from Ukraine, Israel and for the first time Finland, which recently became a member of NATO.
Dr. Mario Tobias, CEO of Messe Berlin: ”This year, ILA Berlin has grown and become more international, underlining its role as Europe’s leading innovative trade fair for the aerospace industry. We are pleased to be able to welcome exhibitors from all over the world – both long-standing partners and those new to the show or back after a long break. ILA mirrors the entire range of products of the industry and its value chain and is the ideal platform for dialogue and finding out about the latest innovations.“
Covering a display area of 150,000 square metres, exhibitors are displaying their innovations – including electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, climate-friendly propulsion systems, and air defence and satellite systems. At ILA visitors can get a close-up view of around 100 aircraft – both on the ground and in the air. The flying displays will for the first time feature an F-35 multirole stealth fighter, as well as a Tornado, painted in special colours to mark its fiftieth anniversary. An A321 XLR airliner, an NH90 NATO helicopter and an A330MRTT refuelling aircraft will also be flying over the exhibition grounds. This year, the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Airbus, Emirates and the German Armed Forces are focusing on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for their aircraft.
The static display features the entire range of aerospace products – including a Loyal Wingman military drone, an Elektra Trainer electric aircraft, and the world’s largest passenger airliner, an Emirates A380. Among the highlights on the weekend for the general public will be an A310 Air Zero G, which the German Aerospace Center uses to conduct parabolic flights.
Focus on innovation, new technology and sustainability at ILA
ILA’s wide-ranging and well-informed programme of stage events makes it unique. Over the five days of the event the focus on the four STAGES is on the latest aerospace topics. Key headings are Innovation and Technology, Sustainability, Design, Talent Development & Social Responsibility, National and International Cooperation, Research & Development, Defence & Security, as well as start-ups and SMEs. High-profile speakers including Inspector of the Air Force Ingo Gerhartz, ESA Director General Dr. Josef Aschbacher, and Deputy Director-General for Research and Innovation, European Commission, Joanna Drake, are due to attend.
ILA Space Pavilion: meeting place of the global space flight community
ILA Berlin is Europe’s most-visited aerospace exhibition. The focus is on topics such as sustainability, climate change, digitalisation, research and defending Earth from space. The highlight is the Space Pavilion, which jointly features the European Space Agency (ESA), the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), and the German aerospace companies in the BDLI. The wide-ranging programme of events, including onstage, with high-profile aerospace players shows how space missions can benefit life on Earth. This is where visitors can meet and talk to astronauts including Nicola Winter, Samantha Christoforetti and Thomas Pesquet.
Talent Hub brings specialists and employers together
ILA Berlin is open to trade visitors during the week from 5 to 7 June and to the general public on the weekend on 8 and 9 June from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Friday the TALENT HUB is taking place for the first time at ILA, which brings talented people of all ages and backgrounds together with employers. 40 exhibitors from all parts of the industry are taking part in the Talent Hub. Some 600 students of all ages are expected to attend. Around 1500 participants are expected to attend, including students and school pupils, but also career changers and experienced professionals looking for new challenges.
03 Jun 24. ILA Backstage: Kick-off for the largest aerospace innovation fair in the EU.
- From June 5 to 9, the Capital Region is all about innovation, new technology and sustainability
- Brandenburg’s Minister President Woidke and Berlin’s Governing Mayor Wegner visit the construction site of the ILA
- Opening of the ILA on June 5 at BER Airport by Federal Chancellor Scholz
From flight simulators for electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) with mixed reality technology to hydrogen fuel cells for the climate-neutral flying of tomorrow to air defense and defense systems – ILA Berlin is Europe’s most important trade show for aerospace innovations. From June 5 to 9 it will be showcasing the future of flying at the capital region’s airport BER. Today the Minister President of Brandenburg, Dr. Dietmar Woidke, and the Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner, took a first look at the highlights and innovations of some 600 exhibitors from all over the world during their “ILA Backstage” tour. They paid particular attention to exhibitors from Berlin and Brandenburg such as Rolls-Royce, MTU Aero Engines, Astro- und Feinwerktechnik Adlershof and FAST – Future Aviation Simulation Technologies, as well as national and international exhibitors such as Emirates, Airbus, Deutsche Aircraft, the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Diehl Defence, MBDA and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
With global corporations, highly specialized small businesses, start-ups, research institutions and universities, the capital region is one of Germany’s aerospace centers of excellence. The regional players are setting standards for sustainable, low-emission aviation.
Dr. Dietmar Woidke, Minister President of the State of Brandenburg: “The ILA is the largest aerospace trade show in the EU in 2024. It is a great honor for the capital region of Berlin-Brandenburg to host it at BER. By signing the framework agreement on financial participation for the years 2026 to 2030 together with the State of Berlin, we have sent a forward-looking signal to all those involved in future ILAs – this is the right place for the trade show! This year’s ILA will once again shine with the latest innovations and technical highlights. The energy and propulsion revolution in the air is in full swing and making great progress. The turning-point in time is also visible at the largest exhibitor, the German Federal Armed Forces. Brandenburg supports the turning-point in time and benefits from it at the same time. With the Bundeswehr’s investment in the Holzdorf airbase, the aviation industry will become even more important. With the Arrow 3 air defense system on display at the ILA, which will be stationed in Brandenburg, we are strengthening our defense capabilities. I would like to thank everyone involved for the professional organization!”
Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin: “The Berlin Air Show is one of the most important trade shows of its kind and attracts experts from all over the world. The ILA positions the capital region as a key location for innovation and technology and is also an important economic factor. It was therefore important for Berlin and Brandenburg to secure the future of the ILA in the region until 2030. Over the next few days, exhibitors from science and industry will be showcasing their expertise and groundbreaking developments – with numerous representatives from the capital region. I wish all participants and guests an exciting time at the show.”
31 May 24. France bans Israeli companies from annual Eurosatory arms fair. France has banned Israeli companies from participating in this year’s annual Eurosatory arms and defence industry exhibition in Villepinte near Paris next month, the event’s organisers and the French Defence Ministry said on Friday.
“Following a decision by government authorities, there will not be an Israeli stand at the Eurosatory 2024 salon,” a spokesperson for the organisers said via email.
The Defence Ministry told Reuters that: “Conditions are no longer met to host Israeli companies at the show at a time when the President is calling for Israel to cease operations in Rafah.”
Earlier this week, President Emmanuel Macron said he was “outraged” over an Israeli airstrike that triggered a fire killing 45 people in a tent camp in the Gazan city of Rafah and prompting an outcry from global leaders. (Source: Reuters)
03 Jun 24. Team Defence – ‘Strengthening the New Alliance.’
DI24 – a hybrid conference, attend in person or online
“As we bid farewell to the darling buds of May, and summer’s lease hath all too short a date; it must be that Defence Information 24 is fast approaching. TD-Info and Charlie Forte the MoD CIO are looking forward to welcoming our information experts from across all domains. With a wealth of knowledge gathered under a single roof there can be no better place nor time to meet, to deliberate, to make decisions and choose between alternatives. This is our chance to steer a course in the pre-war world, in the earnest belief that we can deter the pre-war from becoming a new war. We have precious little time to lose and as AE Houseman said, “June’s suns you cannot store them to warm the winter’s cold”. We must act now!” Phil Williams, MD, Team Defence Information
This year’s theme, ‘Strengthening the New Alliance,’ will be explored through formal presentations, engaging panel sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Attendees will also have the chance to visit the exhibition and participate in the Day 2 PM Workshop (limited numbers).
For the latest Programme Updates please see below
All panels are followed by a chaired discussion, taking questions from virtual delegates and from the floor.
DAY ONE
Panel One – MOD Strategy/Policy – Chairing: John Batterbee, AtkinsRéalis
- Charlie Forte, CEO MOD talks Digital Strategy/Policy – Lessons from Ukraine, Dx4D, Nato & 5 eyes and more, Marketplace for Collaboration
- Gabrielle Gower, Director Defence Design covering Defence Design – What is it and what does it mean for industry?
- Mivy James, Defence Digital Chief Technology Officer, MOD – Delivery of the Defence Information Strategy (Subject TBC)
- Brig. Mike Morton discusses Defence Strategy After Next, Beyond the Backbone!
Panel Two – Relationship with Industry – Enabling the New Alliance – Chairing: David Thompson, Appian
- Victoria Cope, Defence Digital Commercial Director, MOD – Defence Digital Commercial Strategy and building a new relationship with Industry
- Gartner invited to present on Technology Trends
- Christine Maxwell, Defence Digital Director, Cyber Defence & Risk – talks A Year On – Secure by Design and Collaboration Environments
- Gareth Hetheridge, Leonardo & Ali Nicholl, Iotics cover Benefits of Partnerships: adopting commercial off-the-shelf technology developed outside of Defence
- Andy Tully from Babcock, discusses Defence Nuclear Data Centre enablement of MOD/Industry collaboration in the UK & Internationally
- Chris Parker, Director Government Strategy, Fortinet – A New Partnership – Turning Strategy into Action – opening the panel discussion
Panel Three – Artificial Intelligence for Defence – Chairing: Peter Wright, Thales
- Cdre Rachel Singleton, MOD talks AI from a Defence Digitial DAIC perspective
- Nigel Shaw, DE&S CDIO – Lighting the AI Fuse
- Alexandru Marcoci, University of Cambridge, on How to effectively manage AI Risks
- Sam McBriar, Director of Research & Technology & Solution Innovation, Thales – Deploying AI in Operational Capabilities
- Dr Adam Zagorecki, Cranfield University – AI in Defence: Understanding the Landscape
- Venus Arsenio, BAE Systems/TD-Info Vanguard – MoD AI Ethical Principles and the Defence Industry (TBC)
Panel Four – People & Skills for Defence – Chairing: Dave Appleton, tlmNEXUS
- Claire Fry, Defence Digital Director, Functional Integration, MOD covering the People & Skills Charter
- Katie Renton, DE&S, talks Defence Equipment and Support, Through Life Support Skills
- Neil Young, Global Engineering Director and Mikaela Green, Through Life Training Capability Director, Land Sector, Babcock International close Day One discussing Skills challenges and how we are delivering skills in a changing defence landscape (TBC)
Network Extra
A less formal gathering of likeminded individuals to network with refreshments
17.30 to 20.00 hrs
DAY TWO
Panel Five – Transforming Defence through Science, Innovation and Technology – Chairing: Jim Scott, Lockheed Martin UK
- Steve Hyde, SAMI Lead, Eng & Safety, DE&S, MOD covering Software Enabled Defence – a developing concept and framework approach
- Speaker TBC
- Dr Chris Moore-Bick, DST and Roberto Lo Nardo, IBM talk Quantum Computing – Defence perspectives and opportunities
Panel Six – Context for Defence – Chairing: Luca Leone, Kahootz
- Paul Tingey, Strategy Lead for UK Defence, UK, Amazon Web Services, covering Digital Trends for the Effective Exploitation of Data
- Ian Wilcock, Hd Cyber & Information Systems, DST – talking on the S&T Ecosystem: Unlocking the Future and Helping Defence Mitigate the Risks
- Dan Jones, MOD Strategic Hub Development Digital discussing the Digitial Deterrence
- Zoe Wardle, Defence Digital Sustainability & Accessability Team Leader, MOD covers Climate Change and Sustainability Implications (TBC)
DAY TWO – Optional Afternoon Workshop – Digital Strategy After Next – Beyond the Backbone. Based on DI24… what should we include in the ‘Beyond the Backbone’ strategy document? Brig Mike Morton (MOD), Dave Hawken (MOD) and Tony Butler (TD-Info). Due to the high level of interest and limited capacity for the workshop, registrations will be reviewed and confirmation of attendance will be issued to those who have been successful.
Defence Digital is also focusing on the next evolution of the Digital Strategy for Defence at DI24. At the event, there will be a designated area where you can come and discuss what you think should be in the next evolution of the strategy. Additionally, on Day 2, the workshop will provide another opportunity for you to share your insights and perspectives. Participating in these activities presents a fantastic chance to actively contribute to shaping the strategy.
If you are interested in hearing about how MOD and Industry see the future of Digital in Defence, progress on delivering the Digital Backbone, and how the front line is exploiting Digital solutions, DI24 will be of interest to you.
Ticket Information
- TD-Info Members: Both Days £550, Day One or Day Two £300, Virtual £100
- Non-Members: Both Days £850, Day One or Day Two £450, Virtual £250
- MOD: All tickets FOC
Note: Day One and Both Day tickets include Network Extra, the above prices are subject to 20% VAT.
DI24 Prime Sponsors: Thales Group, Appian, Kahootz, Amazon Web Services
Event Sponsors: tlmNEXUS, Cisco, Leonardo, Techmodal, Nexor, Babcock, AtkinsRéalis, Sopra Steria.
Exhibitors: Allan Webb, Fortinet, CACI, Eurostep, Telicent, Logiq Consulting, ThinkLogical, Garrison, IBM, Aerogility, NetCompany, Informatica, TDFG, ThinkLogical, 1eQ, Adarga, Whitetree, Becrypt, TVSSCS, Somerford, Phoenix, ElasticsearchSupporting Organisations: Women in Defence, SSAFA, AFCEA, Cranfield University, MOD Commercial, MOD ICEF, MOD Cyber Security and MOD Talk Strategy.
If you would like to sponsor DI24 or exhibit and network with an audience of 350 plus delegates, both from MOD and Defence Industry, please click the Red Box below to book your stand package and additional extras online. Please note stand availability is now limited.
07 Jun 24. Modelling Towards Self-Sufficiency – a Sustainable Defence Support Working Group – 26th June 9:00 – 16:30
TD-Info Members & Readers,
The work that we have done through the SusDefSp SWG to help shape and inform R&D into self sufficiency has now come to market through a DASA challenge:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/delivering-operational-advantage-via-improved-self-sufficiency/delivering-operational-advantage-via-improved-self-sufficiency-and-operational-energy-innovation-competition-document
There are a number of challenge areas:
- Challenge 1: Food – feeding the winning edge
- Challenge 2: Water – harvest and recycle water with increasing efficiency
- Challenge 3: Materiel – reducing the supply chain burden
- Challenge 4: Waste – trash into treasure
- Challenge 5: Platform Power & Energy – enduring energy
- Challenge 6: Platform Thermal Management – keeping cool for persistent power
- Challenge 7: Deployed Power & Energy – energy fuels persistence
Further exploration into these challenges will take place on the 26th June, at the Modelling Towards Self Sufficiency workshop, taking place at University of Southampton Future Town Innovation Hub.
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