ILA Berlin - Pioneering Aerospace

Remember the first time you looked at the stars and felt that spark of wonder? Today and tomorrow, you can experience that magic again as Germany celebrates Space Day. Agencies, organizations, and companies all over the country are opening their doors, inviting everyone to explore the fascinating world of space firsthand - honoring the curiosity, ambition, and ingenuity that drive us beyond familiar horizons, while showcasing how deeply space exploration influences our everyday lives. From navigation apps guiding our cars and satellite TV connecting the world, to weather forecasting, disaster response, precision agriculture, and even everyday items like cordless drills, water filters, and memory foam mattresses - space technology touches our lives every single day, often without us realizing it. At ILA Berlin, we're proud to host one of Europe's largest and most inspiring space exhibitions, bringing together visionaries and pioneers who transform ambitious dreams into real-life innovations. Check out our Space Segment Video for a closer look at how we’re showcasing the future of space—today.

ILA Berlin Goes Down Under! ✈️ 🐨   While much of Europe is still in winter mode, our Director, David Schönrock, and Head of Sales & Exhibition, Gino Thiel, are already enjoying the Australian Sun at the Avalon Australian International Airshow! They’re meeting with the international aerospace community, forging new partnerships, and showcasing ILA Berlin as one of Europe’s leading platforms for Aviation, Space & Defence. Don't hesitate to message them on LinkedIn.    Save the date: From June 10–14, 2026, the world’s aerospace pioneers will gather again at ILA Berlin. We can’t wait to welcome the new connections we’re making Down Under!

Calling all German-speaking young women eager to launch their careers in aerospace—this post is for you! Die Berlin Brandenburg Aerospace Allianz BBAA e.V. lädt junge, technikbegeisterte Frauen zu einem exklusiven Informationsnachmittag am Flughafen BER ein: • Ausbildungs- und Berufseinstiegsmöglichkeiten in der Luft- und Raumfahrt • Vorstellung von FELUFA II – dem geförderten Orientierungsjahr • Besichtigungen hinter den Kulissen und Gespräche mit erfolgreichen Frauen, die schon heute die Zukunft der Branche mitgestalten Werde Teil eines Netzwerks, das den Mangel an Ingenieurinnen bekämpft und die Zukunft der Luft- und Raumfahrt gestaltet. Anmeldung bei Franziska Lieske unter: franziska.lieske@bbaa.de Wann? 11. März 2025 – 15 Uhr Wo? BBAC Gebäude am Flughafen BER Willy-Brandt-Platz 2 – 12529 Schönefeld Erdgeschoss – IBN-Raum Wie komme ich hin? Haltestelle „Flughafen BER“ – erreichbar mit S9, S45 sowie den Bussen X7, X71, BER1, BER2, 163, 164, 171, 744.

🌍✈️ Exciting days in India! Aero India is in full swing, with a strong presence from the ILA Berlin team. David Schönrock, Deepika Unni and Laura Szewczyk are actively engaging with industry leaders to foster international collaborations. Also representing the German aerospace sector are Mirja Schüller and Jonathan Görges from BDLI - Bundesverband der Deutschen Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie e.V., strengthening the ties between Germany and India in aerospace innovation. The first two days have been incredibly successful, filled with insightful discussions and promising new connections. As we move forward, we look forward to even more exciting exchanges. 🚀 If you're attending Aero India, let's meet and explore new opportunities to shape the future of aerospace together! 📍 Just reach out via direct message!

What an incredible conference! The Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance Advance Seattle 2025 proved to be immensely enriching for our ILA representatives, Director David Schönrock and Head of Sales & Exhibitions Gino Thiel. We greatly appreciated the insightful exchanges and the opportunity to connect with industry peers. A special thank you goes out to: Daniel Riedel (Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz) Stefan BDLI-Berndes (BDLI - Bundesverband der Deutschen Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie e.V.) Nikki Malcom (PNAA) We can’t wait to reconnect with everyone at ILA Berlin 2026! AES Aircraft Elektro/Elektronik System GmbH | AneCom AeroTest | Aviation Forum | Broetje-Automation GmbH | Germany Trade & Invest | H&Z Management Consulting | Hufschmied Zerspanungssysteme GmbH | Ingenics Consulting | IMPC | Invest in Niedersachsen | Niedersachsen Aviation | MVK-line GmbH | Additive Drives GmbH | 3D.aero GmbH | AVANCO | Schmid & Wezel GmbH | BJS Ceramics GmbH | Cevotec | FlexiCAM | herone - tailored thermoplastic composite profiles | KASIGLAS | Metalux Metallveredelung | Mubea | Synergeticon GmbH | AHK USA - San Francisco

🎄✨ Our First Messe Berlin Mobility Department Holiday Get-Together! ✨🎄 What a fantastic way to close an incredible year, with all four of our trade shows — InnoTrans, ILA Berlin - Pioneering Aerospace, BUS2BUS and Internationale Zuliefererbörse (IZB) — taking place so successfully! The newly-formed Mobility Department at Messe Berlin came together for our first-ever holiday celebration 🎉 — bringing together the amazing teams behind these industry-leading events. Under the leadership of Kai Mangelberger, we’re united by a shared vision: shaping the future of mobility! 🌍🚆🚍✈️🚀🚗 We’re excited about what this new chapter means for innovation and collaboration within our department and can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve in the coming years. ⏩ Together, we’ll drive forward exciting projects and strengthen our role as global leaders in mobility-focused trade shows. -------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎄✨ Unser erstes Messe Berlin Mobility Department Holiday Get-Together! ✨🎄 Was für ein schöner Abschluss eines unglaublichen Jahres, in dem alle vier unserer Fachmessen - InnoTrans, ILA Berlin - Pioneering Aerospace, BUS2BUS und Internationale Zuliefererbörse (IZB) - so erfolgreich durchgeführt wurden! Der neu gegründete Mobility-Bereich der Messe Berlin kam zu unserer allerersten Weihnachtsfeier zusammen 🎉 - und brachte die großartigen Teams hinter diesen branchenführenden Veranstaltungen zusammen. Gemeinsam haben wir unter der Leitung von Kai Mangelberger eine Vision: die Zukunft der Mobilität zu gestalten! 🌍🚆🚍✈️🚀🚗 Wir freuen uns darauf, was dieses neue Kapitel für die Innovation und Zusammenarbeit innerhalb unserer Abteilung bedeutet und sind gespannt, was wir in den kommenden Jahren erreichen werden. ⏩ Gemeinsam werden wir spannende Projekte vorantreiben und unsere Rolle als globaler Leader im Mobilitätsbereich stärken.

🌌 That’s a Wrap on Space Tech Expo Europe! 🚀 Our team had an incredible experience! The event was a hub of innovation and collaboration, where we engaged in vibrant discussions with exhibitors, connected with an international audience — from promising young talents to seasoned experts — and explored a diverse array of fascinating exhibits. The stage program was nothing short of inspiring, showcasing cutting-edge advancements and sparking conversations about the future of space technology. ✨ Thank you for having us, and to everyone we met for making it an unforgettable event!

🌏 Greetings from Air Show China! 🌏 Our Sales Team is on the ground and excited to connect with aerospace pioneers who aspire to showcase their innovations in the heart of Europe. This is a unique opportunity to discuss new ideas, potential partnerships, and the future of aerospace together. 💬 Don’t miss out – connect with Gino Thiel or Laura Szewczyk directly to arrange a meeting! Let’s bring the spirit of innovation to new heights. See you on the ground in Zhuhai!

Today, we want to express both our heartfelt gratitude and a warm welcome. Our outgoing Senior Vice President, David Ruetz, who has overseen ILA along with other trade fairs, is not only passing the baton, but also the famous blue ILA pin. He ceremoniously handed it over to Kai Mangelberger, who will now take over leadership of the new Mobility & Services division at Messe Berlin, which includes ILA from today onward.   We extend our deepest thanks to David Ruetz for his tireless dedication. Under his guidance, ILA has grown stronger and is now on a clear path of expansion, with planning security guaranteed for at least the next three editions. We wish him great success in his responsibility of the Travel & Logistics division. We will miss you and your talent to pull entertaining anecdotes out of thin air.   At the same time, we warmly welcome Kai Mangelberger. A true trade fair professional who has mastered the business from the ground up, Kai most recently served as the show director of the globally renowned Fruit Logistica as well as IFA and InnoTrans. We are confident he will step into the large shoes left by David Ruetz with great success. We look forward to working together!   Here's to reaching new heights! ✈️

🇯🇵Konnichiwa from Japan International Aerospace Exhibition #JA2024! We’re excited to connect with the global aerospace community here in Tokyo. ✈️ Come visit our team at Booth W1-025 to learn more about ILA Berlin 2026 – One of Europe’s leading aerospace events! Let’s plan your participation early and explore the future of aviation together. 🚀