The ministries of economic affairs of Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Bremen, Hamburg and Lower Saxony, in cooperation with Hamburg Aviation, are offering a joint delegation trip to Canada on the topic of aerospace from 12 to 16 April 2026. We would like to cordially invite you to join us.
Montréal Programme
The Greater Montréal area is recognised worldwide as one of the most important centres for aerospace. Bombardier, Airbus, Bell Helicopter Textron, CAE, Pratt & Whitney and more than 230 other specialised companies are based here. It is Canada's No. 1 aerospace centre, with over 43,000 employees in the industry and 75% of Canadian aerospace research.
Join us in Montréal for the Aerospace Innovation Forum, the largest gathering of international decision-makers in the aerospace industry in Canada. On 13 and 14 April 2026, you will have the opportunity to participate in plenary sessions, conferences, workshops, dynamic presentations, technological B2B meetings, a showroom for aerospace innovations and several networking events. The organiser expects more than 1,700 visitors from over 20 countries and more than 100 high-profile speakers.
In 2026, Germany will be the partner country of the Aerospace Innovation Forum, giving participating German companies greater visibility and reach, as well as an exclusive discount on the ticket price. There will also be a joint reception. An information stand run by the German federal states will also serve as a point of contact.
On 15 and 16 April 2026, following the forum, a special programme is planned with visits to important aerospace players from industry and research, which will be organised for the delegation by the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria in Montréal.
Why take part?
The aim of this trip is to open up new opportunities for you and your company in an attractive international market. The exciting itinerary offers you a wide range of opportunities for networking and exploring relevant markets:
- Meet relevant contacts on site
- Get in touch with interesting fellow travellers
- Benefit from our global network
- Tickets for the Aerospace Innovation Forum at discounted rates
Registration
Please register your interest by contacting Maybrit Brooksnieder.
You will then receive an invitation to participate and further information about the trip and registration. Only then should you make a binding registration. Please note that the number of participants is limited and selection is subject to change depending on industry affiliation and specific interests. The offer is aimed at decision-makers from Hamburg-based companies in the aviation sector.
Participants are responsible for their own travel expenses (flight and accommodation) as well as any costs for the individual programme and the ticket to participate in the Aerospace Innovation Forum (price to be announced by the organiser). The other costs for the joint programme will be covered by the foreign trade promotion agencies of the Free State of Bavaria, the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg and the State of Lower Saxony.