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Its eighth edition also achieved historic participation levels, gathering 415 companies, a 29.7% increase compared to the previous edition, half of them international.

The event generated major industry announcements, including Airbus’ decision to open an A330 MRTT conversion centre in Seville and Sofitec’s contract with TAI to manufacture Boeing components.

They unveil the jointly developed “Capabilities Map of Andalucía Aerospace Cluster Companies”, highlighting a business ecosystem focused on high-value expertise, strong innovation potential, and with more than half of companies oriented toward dual-use technologies.

As part of the agreement between both organisations, 155 international promotion initiatives were carried out in 2025, involving 123 companies, equivalent to four out of every five exporting companies in the sector.

With three days to go, more than 1,000 professionals have registered and over 8,000 business meetings have already been scheduled.

Spain’s leading aerospace and defence business convention will take place next Tuesday to Thursday at FIBES Seville, with the aim of strengthening the Andalusian and Spanish aerospace industry.

More than 7,000 sqm and 281 exhibitors for a booming industry, with Andalusia nearly tripling its aerospace exports during the first two months of 2026.

With just 10 days to go before the event, ADM Sevilla 2026 has already confirmed the participation of 315 companies from 30 countries, including a strong international presence among contractors, 57% of whom come from abroad, further reinforcing the event’s global profile.

For the first time, the event will also feature two dedicated areas focused on startups and universities, alongside the launch of a new “Student Day” initiative bringing together more than 200 students, academic institutions and companies from the aerospace, space and defence sectors.

With just one month to go before ADM Sevilla 2026, the event is confirming its strong momentum, with registration figures up 20% and exhibitor numbers increasing by 30% compared to the same period ahead of the previous edition. More than half of participating companies are international, representing a total of 29 countries, underlining the growing global reach of the event.

This eighth edition will feature an extensive conference programme including 12 conference sessions and panel discussions, with more than 40 high-level speakers from leading organisations such as Airbus, Aciturri, Akkodis, Moeve, and Indra.

Andalucía TRADE and BCI Aerospace are organising the 8th edition of the event, from 19 to 21 May, further consolidating its international profile, with 58% of participating contractors (OEMs) coming from abroad.