inter airport Europe 2023 opens next week: Global airport industry meets in Munich for top-tier programme of tech demonstrations and summit talks

From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24^th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. This year’s event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area. An exciting event programme – including Technical Seminars, Innovation Awards and the co-located inter airport FOCUS, The Sustainability Summit – provides interesting opportunities to further engage with new technologies and suppliers, all dedicated to improving airport performance while delivering return on investment.

Next week, Munich Trade Fair Centre will once again turn into the world’s biggest hub for exploring and sourcing new technology, equipment and services for better airports. Over nearly 50 years, inter airport Europe has developed into the most senior gathering of global airport operators, airlines, CAAs, service suppliers, investors, and other experts in this sector. The upcoming event marks another milestone for the airport industry which is currently rising to new economic importance with a multitude of opportunities and challenges.

Airport professionals from more than 100 countries have already registered as visitors, including key representatives from AENA, Air France, Deutsche Lufthansa, Fraport AG, Heathrow Airport, İGA Istanbul Airport, Oman Airports, Shell Aviation, WISAG, and many more. Over four exhibition days, they can explore an excellent cross-section of technologies and services for the entire airport supply chain, including airside operations, terminal management, passenger services, baggage handling, safety and security, airport IT, air traffic control, airport maintenance, and environmental management.

An impressive programme of accompanying events offers additional insights into technology innovations in relation to wider market trends. These include Technical Seminars, new Innovation Insight Sessions, the prestigious Innovation Awards, and the co-located inter airport FOCUS Sustainability Summit – a two-day, high-profile networking and knowledge platform on how to develop, embed and integrate sustainability strategies into every aspect of airport life.

“Co-locating exhibition and summit is an exciting opportunity for us to provide more value to the global airport community. Both events naturally complement each other, providing attendees with a great roadmap to future-proof their airport operations,” says Olaf Freier, Portfolio Director Transport of inter airport Europe, on behalf of show organiser RX. “The co-location offers new and encouraging perspectives that will help pave the way for innovation, resilience and sustainability at future airports.”

inter airport Europe at a glance:

Indoor and outdoor stands with live equipment

A large show floor in halls B5, B6, and the adjacent outdoor area invites visitors to discover more than 400 suppliers who deliver advanced airport equipment, technology and services across the globe. The top-five exhibitor countries are Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, France, and the Netherlands, with 37 countries represented in total. Over 30% of exhibitors are newcomers on the inter airport show floor, forming an impressive line-up of well-known international brands alongside promising startups and scaleups.

A new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area, sponsored by Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment, will offer visitors the opportunity to see the latest equipment for apron and runway live and in action.

National Pavilions and First-time Exhibitors

Several National Pavilions will feature this year – Italy, France, UK, the Netherlands, Finland and newcomer Spain – all showcasing some of their countries’ finest tech companies and products. Long-term show partner GATE (The Airport Technology Network) will be hosting a number of its members at their dedicated GATE-Pavilion again. In addition, there will be two First-time Exhibitor Pavilions specifically dedicated to companies new to inter airport Europe.

Opening and Innovations Awards Ceremony

The inter airport Europe Innovation Awards celebrate the achievements of the many inventors and technical pioneers within the exhibitor community, putting the spotlight on best practices, technologies and partnerships that drive innovation and excellence for better airports. The winners will be announced at the Opening and Innovation Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, 10th October, 11:00 - 12:00, at the Seminar Theatre in Hall B5. Welcoming presentations include speeches from Nicola Hamann, Managing Director at RX, Kay Bärenfänger, President at GATE Alliance, and Jost Lammers, CEO at Munich Airport.

Seminar Programme: Three days of expert talks

The free-to-attend inter airport Europe Seminar features a selection of technical talks on pioneering solutions and approaches to pressing airport issues, including the new Innovation Insight Sessions featuring participants of the Innovation Awards. The 15-to-30-minute sessions will touch on key aspects of the passenger experience and passenger journey, baggage handling, security systems, as well as ramp and terminal management.

The technical seminars will run between 10 - 12 October at the Seminar Theatre in Hall B5, stand B5-1580. Visit the show website for the full seminar agenda.

inter airport FOCUS – The Sustainability Summit

The co-located inter airport FOCUS – The Sustainability Summit offers two days of top-tier education, networking and collaboration opportunities for aviation stakeholders looking to develop, discuss or initiate sustainability measures required to reach their net zero commitments, including sustainable airport operations, net-zero infrastructure, and new mobility concepts.

inter airport FOCUS takes place on 11 and 12 October at the Press Centre East Entrance (Rooms 1A, 1B, 2). The Summit tickets can be purchased online or on-site and also include free entry to the inter airport Europe exhibition and seminars. For the full summit programme, please visit inter airport FOCUS.

Visitor tools, Matchmaking and Hosted Buyer Programme

Visitors are invited to use theExhibitor List Tool and Online Show Preview to search for products and companies that are of particular interest to them.

Once registered, visitors have access to the inter airport Europe Matchmaking Platform, allowing them to send or receive meeting invitations based on their individual business requirements. Meetings can be arranged at the exhibitor’s stand or in the dedicated meeting lounge in Hall B6, stand B6-590.

The Hosted Buyer Programme offers a tailored networking experience with industry leaders from airfield construction, ground handling, ground support equipment, interior design, hardware and software solutions, terminal infrastructure, and operations in this year’s group. It focuses on growing markets and emerging regions, with buyers from UAE, India, Kenya, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Ghana, and it is an excellent opportunity to open up new markets for exhibitors.

Venue, tickets, and opening times

inter airport Europe 2023, the 24^th International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology, Design and Services, takes place in halls B5, B6, and the adjacent outdoor area at Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. Access to the exhibition halls is via Entrance East. Please visit our Online Travel Hub for further information on transport, accommodation and visa.

Show opening hours are from 9:00 AM to 17:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (10 to 12 October), and from 9:00 AM to 15:00 PM on Friday (13October). Visitors can register via the Online Ticket Shop and benefit from a reduced price when purchasing their ticket in advance. Day tickets cost €42 online or €52 on-site; season tickets cost €62 online or €72 on-site.

For updates and further information, please visit www.interairporteurope.com