Dubai Airshow 2025 Unveils Ambitious Conference Programme to Accelerate Aviation, Space, and Defence Innovation
Dubai Airshow 2025 is set to offer an unprecedented conference programme from 17th to 21st November at the Dubai Airshow Site, Dubai World Central. With over 350 expert speakers delivering more than 90 hours of live content across 12 dedicated tracks, this year’s agenda aims to stimulate ideas, address industry transformations, and accelerate progress in the aviation, space, and defence sectors.
Building on its tradition of leadership, Dubai Airshow 2025 adds six new tracks in response to the industry’s evolving needs. These tracks focus on smarter maintenance and turnaround strategies, digital breakthroughs in airline and airport operations, cybersecurity challenges, the latest airport technologies, inclusive workforce development, and a pioneering “Future Flight: Powered by Women” programme in collaboration with the International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA).
The event is designed not just for content delivery but for connection, with immersive technology demonstrations, startup pitches, and boardroom-style discussions. The Academy Stage debuts, creating space for essential, real-time conversations, while Vista returns to highlight the voices of new innovators and disruptors.
Paul Griffiths (CEO, Dubai Airports):
“Dubai Airshow 2025 will bring together global aviation leaders at a time when our industry is redefining the way people and economies connect. As hosts of the Airport and Airline Keynotes, Dubai Airports is proud to contribute to developing a vision for a future that is built on innovation, sustainability, and new models of global connectivity. This gathering in Dubai provides a platform to chart bold ambitions and forge the partnerships that will help write the next chapter of air travel worldwide.”
For the first time, Dubai Airports will host the pivotal Airport & Airline Keynote Track, featuring influential leaders such as Paul Griffiths (CEO, Dubai Airports), Sir Tim Clark (President, Emirates Airline), and Tony Douglas (CEO, Riyadh Air). Topics will range from air traffic growth and digital transformation to airport strategies and aviation safety.
Ivan Bassato (Chief Aviation Officer, Aeroporti di Roma):
“The Dubai Airshow is a premier global stage for aerospace innovation, and we are proud to showcase Aeroporti di Roma’s vision in such an exceptional setting. Recognised internationally for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, ADR continues to lead the transformation of the aviation sector. At the heart of our presence will be Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), where our subsidiary UrbanV stands as a global leader in vertiport development. Dubai, a symbol of excellence in both airport infrastructure and airline operations, is also emerging as a global pioneer in AAM. We are ready to contribute to this revolution, bringing our expertise in safely and efficiently integrating new forms of mobility into the urban airspace.”
The UAE Space Agency will again host a high-profile, two-day Space conference, focusing sharply on sustainability, security, and innovation in orbit, promising discussions on advancements that are reshaping human life and the growing downstream sector.
Brian Cobb (Chief Innovation Officer, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport):
“From the heartland of America to the flight paths around the world, Dubai Airshow is a launchpad for partnerships that fuel economic growth and transform global connectivity. We’re honoured to showcase and share CVG’s prowess in evolving passenger experience, advancing airport technologies, leveraging sustainability, and accelerating Advanced Air Mobility. CVG is leaning into the future for lasting economic goodness at global scale.”
Additionally, a two-day Sustainability track will explore the future of greener skies, from cutting-edge aircraft and cleaner fuels to policies aimed at achieving net zero aviation.
Timothy Hawes (Managing Director, Informa Markets):
“The Dubai Airshow 2025 conference is a vital platform for ideas and innovations that will define the next decade and beyond of aviation, space and defence. We are proud to bring together the world’s most influential industry voices to explore the opportunities ahead, and to solidify the UAE’s leading position as a global hub for the aerospace and defence industry.”
The inaugural MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) track examines fresh technology, new business models, and growth opportunities, offering actionable strategies for participants.
At the Academy Stage, discussions will highlight cyber risk, tech innovation, and workforce inclusivity. The “NextGen Leaders” series invites students and young professionals to shape the future of aerospace.
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) will be at the centre of attention, focusing on technological innovation, policies, and partnerships transforming the very idea of flight. Passenger Experience sessions will address streamlining traveller journeys, smart services, and stronger connections.
Adam Goldstein (Founder and CEO, Archer Aviation):
“The Dubai Airshow is one of the most important global stages for aviation, and Archer is thrilled to take centre stage at such a pivotal moment for our industry. Building off the flight test programme we now have underway in Abu Dhabi, we look forward to flying Midnight at the event and sharing Archer’s latest updates as we continue to showcase our global leadership in shaping the future of mobility with our partners in the UAE.”
With an agenda built to accelerate collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, the Dubai Airshow 2025 conference programme stands as a catalyst for the next era in aviation, space, and defence.
Team V.4-EM-UAE
