The Alabama Department of Commerce and Export Alabama will lead a delegation to the Paris Air Show, held in Le Bourget, France, June 14-19, 2025.
The Paris Air Show is one of the most prestigious and influential events in the global aerospace and defense industry. Held biennially at the Le Bourget Exhibition Center near Paris, this renowned trade show attracts top aerospace and defense professionals, innovators, government officials, and buyers from around the world. With thousands of exhibitors and tens of thousands of attendees, the Paris Air Show is a prime opportunity for Alabama aerospace firms to renew existing relationships, form new partnerships, and showcase their cutting-edge technologies to a global audience.
The Made in Alabama booth at the Paris Air Show will offer a unique platform for Alabama firms to present their innovative products, exchange ideas, and connect with potential customers, partners, and investors from across the globe. Whether it’s cutting-edge aircraft technologies, advanced avionics, or aerospace services, Alabama’s companies have a wealth of expertise and solutions to offer to the international aerospace community.
By participating in the 55th Paris Air Show, Alabama businesses will not only solidify their standing in the global aerospace community but will also unlock opportunities for future collaboration, innovation, and expansion while positioning the state as a leader in the evolving aerospace and defense markets.
In-Country Schedule
Saturday, June 14
Arrive Paris
Sunday, June 15
Alabama Welcome Breakfast & Briefing
Monday, June 16
Paris Air Show
Alabama Aerospace Reception
Tuesday, June 17
Paris Air Show
Wednesday, June 18
Paris Air Show
Thursday, June 19
Paris Air Show
Friday, June 20
Depart Paris for the United States
*Note: The final schedule will be provided by the Alabama Department of Commerce upon confirmation and is subject to change.
Participation Requirements/Conditions of Participation
All applicants will be evaluated on their ability to meet certain conditions and best satisfy the selection criteria as outlined below.
Selection Criteria:
- Suitability of the applicant’s products or services to the market.
- The applicant’s potential for business in the markets, including likelihood of exports resulting from the mission.
- The applicant’s ability to clearly state goals and objectives that fall within the stated scope of the mission.
- Responsiveness of the applicant and their ability to provide the necessary participating documentation.
Fees and Expenses
The participation fee to co-exhibit in the Made in Alabama booth at Paris is $6,000 for small- and mid-sized businesses (grant funding through the U.S. Small Business Administration may be available to eligible firms) and universities; and $7,500 for large firms. Economic development organizations and associations will have a participation fee of $1,500. Each additional representative from a participating firm is an additional $750. Expenses for travel, lodging, meals, and incidentals will be the responsibility of each mission participant. Interpreter and driver services for business appointments can be arranged for additional costs.
If a visa is required to travel on a particular mission, applying for and obtaining such a visa will be the responsibility of the mission participant. Instructions on the procedures required to obtain business visas will be shared with each participant.
Trade mission delegates participate in trade missions and undertake mission-related travel at their own risk. The nature of the security situation in each foreign market at a given time cannot be guaranteed. The U.S. Department of State issues U.S. Government international travel alerts and warnings for U.S. citizens available at https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html.
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